Does Thinx Underwear Contain Toxic Chemicals?
In the last few years, the menstrual care market has grown significantly. Thanks to a rise in brands offering menstrual cups, period pants, reusable tampon applicators, and more, people who menstruate have more plastic-free o
New Study Finds Toxic PFAS In Children’s School Uniforms
Toxic PFAS are in everything. Umbrellas, non-stick pans, packaging, and carpets are just a few items these “forever chemicals” (so named because they don’t break down) have been found in. And now, according
All Of Byoma’s Skincare Products Are Now Refillable – Here’s Why That’s A Big Deal
A growing mountain of non-recyclable waste is a problem for every industry. But the beauty world, in particular, needs to take action. That’s why skincare brand Byoma, which champions sustainability, has launched a new
Walmart US Launches Free Beauty Recycling Program In 4 States
It’s official: Walmart US has rolled out a new beauty recycling program in four states. Here’s how you can get involved. As the biggest retailer in the United States, Walmart offers products across several categor
How California’s Plastic Law Will Impact The Beauty Industry
The US is one of the worst offending countries for plastic waste. But, with a sweeping new law, California is trying to make a difference. This will mean big changes across industries, and beauty is no exception. Every year,
A Step Towards Sustainability? Estée Lauder Will Make All Of Its Vehicles Electric By 2030
Beauty giant Estée Lauder Companies Inc. (ELC) has pledged to reduce the environmental footprint of its vehicle network and will go fully electric before the end of the decade. The beauty industry has a monumental impac
Quo Beauty’s New Big Planet, Big Love Range Relies On Reclaimed Ocean Plastic
It’s no secret that the world has a big plastic problem. Scratch that. A plastic catastrophe. Every single year, more than 250 million tons of plastic become waste and only a fraction ends up being recycled. The beauty
Unilever and Genomatica Launch $120 Million Venture to Scale Sustainable Palm Oil Alternatives
Unilever and biotechnology company Genomatica are working together to scale and commercialize sustainable alternatives to palm oil and fossil fuel-derived cleansing ingredients. Together, they’ve launched a $120 million
BYBI Beauty Secures Nearly £2 Million To Help It Go Carbon Negative
Vegan skincare brand BYBI Beauty has scored nearly £2 million. The funding will help it with its mission to become the first-ever carbon-negative beauty brand. Independent Growth Finance, a UK asset-based lender for small an
Getting Plastic Out Of Beauty: This New Lipstick Design Is Wooden and Refillable
The cosmetics industry has a waste problem. Every year, it produces more than 120 billion units of packaging, and most of that is not recyclable. For the most part, products like mascara, eyeshadow palettes, and lipsticks are
Campaigners Call For Tougher Microplastic Restrictions in the Beauty Industry
We all know that plastic packaging is bad for the planet. That’s why an increasing number of consumers reach for recyclable or refillable products when they’re stocking up their beauty bags. But plastic isn’
What is TerraCycle? The Possible Solution To Beauty Industry Waste
Beauty is experiencing a waste crisis. Every year, the industry produces around 120 billion units of packaging. And because most of that can’t be recycled, bottles, caps, and pumps used for cosmetics are clogging up landfil