Eco-labels are becoming increasingly evident in the cosmetics industry. Ethical consumers are looking for organic, natural, cruelty-free and similar logos on their cosmetic products. However, a new label is emerging that is targeted at one of the fastest growing consumer groups in the world. The Halal cosmetics label is designed for Muslim consumers, comprising 20% […]

The cosmetics industry is increasingly turning to the sea and oceans in the search for new ingredients. Although many novel raw materials are emerging, the development is raising many questions about sustainability. Can the cosmetics industry learn from the food industry and prevent damage to marine ecosystems when sourcing? Cosmetic and ingredient firms are developing […]

As the dust settles on the Earth Summit (Rio +20), there is a growing realization that the private sector may have to take the lead in certain aspects of sustainable development, such as ethical sourcing and responsible consumption. A major critique of the summit is that the finished document (‘Future We Want’) is largely a […]

New alternative preservation systems for cosmetic products are gaining popularity because of high consumer demand for natural & organic cosmetics, as well as the growing trend of formulators avoiding parabens. Parabens are the most widely used preservatives, present in thousands of personal care products that include moisturisers, shampoos, toothpastes, lubricants, and gels. However, a growing number of formulators are […]

Food authentication techniques are gaining popularity, partly because of growing concerns about fraud involving organic and sustainable foods. Ecovia Intelligence (Organic Monitor) finds this development is encouraging sustainability by providing greater traceability across the supply chain. The market for organic and eco-labelled foods has grown from almost nothing to over USD 60 billion within 20 […]