The microplastic used in several cosmetic products can take hundreds of years to decompose, contribute to ocean pollution and harm marine life. Carnival in Brazil is synonymous with little (...)
Spurred on by CEO Laurent Boillot, Guerlain included sustainable development to the company’s strategy as soon as 2007. Although they had remained discreet about their approach since then, the (...)
Sulapac’s wood made packaging won the Luxe Pack in green Award in the Packaging Solution category and the fully biodegradable jars of the Finnish company made a real splash at the latest edition (...)
At the halfway mark of its Sharing Beauty With All programme, launched in 2013, L’Oréal has undertaken an in-depth transformation in order to be able to reach its sustainability targets. Among the (...)
Despite consumer demand for biodiversity protection policies, Brazil has yet to officially pronounce itself on the use of plastic microbeads in personal care and beauty products. The global (...)
Following a ban voted in France during the summer, the UK has proposed to ban the use of plastic microbeads in cosmetic products that are likely to reach the marine environment. UK’s Department (...)
Ulisses Sabará was selected by Global Compact - the world’s largest corporate sustainability initiative - for his social and environmental endeavors, such as the Sociobiodiversity Enhancement (...)
Results of the 8th edition of UEBT Biodiversity Barometer show that understanding of the issue is rising significantly around the world. Consumers are ready to contribute to protection of (...)
Symrise has identified the Amazon region as one of the most promising sources of botanical innovation. To be at the heart of this strategic area, the fragrance, personal care and flavour (...)
Natura Cosmetics and Symrise Amazon obtained UEBT certification for a total of 40 natural ingredients from the Amazon. The Union for Ethical BioTrade (UEBT) checks that the ingredients are (...)
Murumuru seeds, which are gathered at various spots in Brazil’s Amazonian rainforest, are used in hair care products and lipsticks by beauty companies such as L’Oréal and the Brazilian beauty giant (...)
In Brazil and in Mexico, consumers are able to define biodiversity, want to know the origin of natural products and expect companies to be ethical in their relation to the environment. In (...)
A report released last week by the UN Environment Programme (UNEP) on the occasion of World Oceans’ Day recommends a precautionary approach toward microplastic management, with an eventual (...)
On 20 May, President Dilma Rousseff signed the Bill of Law on Biodiversity (PL 7735/2014), a new simplified legal framework for biodiversity-based research, development and commercialization. The (...)
Cosmetic plants and hair salons are investing in alternative ways to save water while “water smart” products are winning space among customers. The states of São Paulo, Rio de Janeiro and Minas (...)
Symrise’s new sensory ingredient creates a feeling like gentle warm sunshine on the skin. Thermolat was developed for use in creams, gels and balms to provide pleasant, relaxing and long-lasting effects without feelings of stinging or burning. According to the cosmetic ingredients supplier, 71% of consumers would like to feel an (...)
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Modern life brings us many facilities such as running water, electricity, motorization, modern medicine, and many opportunities both in the personal and professional life. But it has also negative effects like pollution, stress, lack of sleep, poor contact with nature, etc. Since the Industrial Revolution in the 18th century, the (...)
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