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Compostable packaging sounds like a dream solution buy a product use it toss the container in compost and watch it vanish But in reality compostable beauty packaging is a mixed bag While the idea is to…
Introduction Take a moment to peek into your bathroom cabinet or makeup bag how many items are designed to be used once and tossed From disposable wipes to travel-size shampoos our beauty routines are often filled…
Introduction Every year the beauty industry generates an eye-opening amount of plastic waste from shampoo bottles and lotion pumps to makeup packaging In fact the beauty industry produces around 120 billion units of packaging annually much…
The situation might sound dire but the good news is that both industry and consumers are waking up to these impacts Some hopeful trends and what we can do Green Innovation Lab-grown ingredients like fermented alternatives…
When shopping for eco-friendly makeup reading labels is key Here’s a cheat sheet of ingredients and claims Ingredients to Embrace Mineral Pigments Iron oxides titanium dioxide mica these provide color and coverage in natural makeup Make…
Hair care can be surprisingly resource-intensive Beyond bottles of shampoo and conditioner consider the water and energy your routine uses In fact studies show that about 93 of a typical shampoo conditioner’s carbon footprint comes from…
It might sound surprising but your beauty routine does have a climate impact Every shampoo you wash down the drain every product shipped from overseas and every plastic bottle produced contributes to greenhouse gas emissions and…
More men today are embracing skincare and grooming and many are conscious of sustainability in these routines Sustainable men’s grooming means choosing products and tools that minimize environmental impact and promote well-being This covers everything from…
Packaging waste is one of the beauty industry’s biggest problems An estimated 114 billion single-use packaging units are thrown away each year with a staggering 95 of cosmetic packaging discarded after use Thankfully refillable products are…
In recent years more consumers are choosing organic beauty products thinking they are safer and more sustainable than conventional alternatives But is organic really better In this article we unpack what organic means for cosmetics compare…
Greenwashing when a brand pretends to be eco-friendly without meaningful action is rampant in beauty Clever marketing can make a product look green with buzzwords or pretty packaging but the reality can be very different Here…
Every product you buy has a carbon footprint greenhouse gases released during ingredient farming production transport use and disposal Your beauty routine is no exception From the shirtless energy to shave in the morning to the…
Ethical beauty means products are not only good for your skin but also good for people and the planet This involves fair trade practices paying suppliers and workers a fair wage ensuring safe conditions and sustainable…
In the world of beauty natural ingredients can deliver powerful results but only if they’re chosen wisely Unlike pseudoscientific marketing buzzwords the following ten naturally-derived actives are backed by research or centuries of use and they…
If you’re interested in clean beauty here are some actionable tips to make the most of it 1 Do an Ingredient Check Familiarize yourself with the common ingredients clean beauty avoids like those listed earlier When…
Turning raw materials into that lipstick or lotion on your counter involves energy often from burning fossil fuels and other resources The carbon footprint of beauty products comes from multiple stages Factory Emissions Factories need electricity…
Beyond the products themselves being an eco-friendly makeup aficionado also means considering your habits Shopping Mindfully Perhaps buy from local stores to reduce shipping packaging or if online try to consolidate orders to reduce packaging waste…
Let’s explore a few of the big no-no ingredients in clean beauty and why they’re avoided Parabens These are preservatives like methylparaben propylparaben used to prevent mold and bacteria in products They were very common Studies…
A zero-waste skincare routine minimizes trash and treats your skin gently Unlike multi-step regimens with dozens of plastic bottles zero-waste routines focus on quality over quantity multi-use products solid formats and reusable tools As dermatologist Dr…
Introduction The skincare world is booming with options but not all are created equal especially when it comes to sustainability Today’s eco-conscious consumers that’s us are looking for more than just effective products we want clean…
It’s not just packaging we have to worry about after using a product When we wash off cosmetics cleansers shampoos etc a cocktail of chemicals goes down the drain Modern wastewater treatment catches a lot but…
The million-dollar question and the answer is nuanced For personal health Many people prefer clean products to avoid potentially harmful chemicals especially given the lack of long-term studies on low-dose exposure to many cosmetic ingredients It’s…
Beauty product labels can be full of buzzwords vegan cruelty-free organic clean dermatologist- tested and more These terms hint at a product’s ethics or ingredients but not all are regulated or consistent To shop smart it’s…
Packaging is probably the most visible environmental issue for beauty The shelves are full of plastic bottles caps blister packs cellophane wraps and almost all of it eventually becomes trash Landfill Overflow The cosmetics industry churns…
