LastObject

LastObject was established by Isabel Aagaard, her brother Nicolas Aagaard, and Kåre Frandsen. Isabel Aagaard and her partners researched ocean pollutants and realised that cotton swabs were one of the most significant. In 2018, they came up with a reusable cotton swab named LastSwab.

LastObject is proudly B Corp certified, joining a global network of companies committed to making a positive impact. B Lab, the organization behind B Corp, aims to change the economy for the better by uniting these companies to influence over 150 industries across more than 80 countries.

On their website, they state that Inclusiveness and diversity is something they strongly believe in and work to create. They are a team of people with different backgrounds and nationalities, and strive for gender balance. They provide fair wages and a healthy work/​life balance. Their suppliers must follow their Code of Conduct, which is based on the OECD Guidelines for multinational enterprises. This includes human and labour rights and environmental and anti-corruption principles. 

Manufacturing is split between Denmark and China. When working with non-EU manufacturers, they only work with manufacturers that have SMETA (ethical audit) certificates. SMETA, developed by Sedex, is a leading ethical audit format globally, aimed at ensuring suppliers adhere to social responsibility standards.

In its mission to reduce environmental impact, LastObject opts for materials like compostable wood fibres, cardboard, and organic cotton, prioritizing certified organic sources for the vast majority of its cotton use. A significant step towards environmental cleanup involves using recycled ocean-bound plastic in its product range.

The reusable cotton swab LastSwab is made from thermoplastic elastomer (TPE) and comes with a biodegradable carrying case made from polylactic acid (PLA) derived from corn. 

LastTissues are soft, reusable tissues made from 100% organic cotton. They come in a travel-sized case is made from recyclable silicone and is also dishwasher safe. Each tissue can be washed up to 520 times, and refills are available after the originals become worn out. One LastTissue pack can replace more than 3,100 single-use tissues, not to mention the additional plastic packaging. 

LastRound are seven reusable rounds made from renewable raw materials, like organic cotton fibres too short for the textile industry, and Scandinavian wood fibres. The case is made from recycled ocean plastic waste. 

By shipping from strategic locations in Denmark and from the United States to a wide range of countries, LastObject ensures global accessibility to its eco-friendly products, further extending its positive impact on the planet.

They openly disclose footprint facts comparing the impact of their products with single-use paper, bamboo alternatives and plastic swabs. 

LastObject embodies circular economy practices by making long-lasting, reusable alternatives to single-use items, significantly reducing waste and environmental impact. Their products, designed for thousands of uses, promote sustainability and resource efficiency.

By encouraging reuse and offering durable solutions, LastObject is at the forefront of driving change towards a more sustainable and waste-free world, aligning with global efforts to preserve resources and protect the environment.

LastObject operates a relatively short and strategically planned supply chain.

The company based in Copenhagen Denmark, where all the products are designed and prototyped. Their manufacturing process is split between Denmark and China.

LastSwab Basic is manufactured in Denmark. LastSwab Beauty is produced by two manufacturers. One is located in Denmark and the other one is based in China. This setup, complemented by strategic shipping from Denmark and the United States, ensures that their eco-friendly products are accessible globally.

While LastObject is transparent about the comparative environmental impact of their products against single-use alternatives, details on the sourcing of materials and their distribution and shipping methods to manufacturing locations remain less disclosed.

LastObject is a 100%, fully vegan and cruelty free brand. None of their products contain animal derived ingredients, and they do not test on animals.

LastObject is making significant strides by replacing single-use products with durable alternatives.

Most of their products have been tested to withstand up to 1000 uses and can be easily cleaned by handwashing with soap and water, or with a disinfectant like rubbing alcohol or machine wash, preferably in one of LastObject’s laundry bags.

LastObject is committed to being transparent about their business, from explaining the materials they use to the type of packaging they source. COSH! commends them for spreading awareness regarding important ecological topics. 

However, they could improve on certain transparency aspects such as transportation methods and supplier details.