The palette of green materials has expanded considerably in recent years, however cosmetic formulators still face many technical and sustainability issues when using natural ingredients. Most progress has been made in the area of green emulsifiers and rheology modifiers. Ecovia Intelligence (Organic Monitor) finds that many ingredients are now available to produce elegant skin care […]

Cosmetic companies are making slow progress in reducing their packaging footprints. Although the cosmetics industry has become preoccupied with green initiatives, few steps have been made to tackle the environmental impact of packaging. Ecovia Intelligence (Organic Monitor) research finds most developments are occurring in ecodesign, with many brands reducing packaging materials by changing design structures. The Brazilian company […]

The cosmetics industry is focusing on green formulations, resource-efficiency and packaging to reduce environmental impacts. However, there is growing evidence that such measures have little effect on the overall environmental footprint of cosmetic products. A number of life-cycle analysis studies show that the highest environmental impact of cosmetic products is at the consumer level. As […]

A major challenge that organic and sustainable brands face is how to break through the green glass ceiling. How can such brands break out of their niche status and gain a mainstream following? How can they maintain their core green values, whilst appealing to wider consumer groups? Ecovia Intelligence (Organic Monitor) gives some insights into […]

The number of eco-labels in the food industry is expected to continue to proliferate in 2013. Over 200 seals and logos represent some ecological, ethical, ingredient or sustainability attributes in the global food industry. Ecovia Intelligence (Organic Monitor) finds the mushrooming number of eco-labels could have adverse implications. The majority of eco-labels in the food industry are […]