Soil Association launches campaign to cut confusing claims in beauty product labelling
UK-based organic certifier the Soil Association has launched a campaign for greater clarity on beauty product labelling.
Upcoming ISO guidelines could “legitimize greenwashing”
The forthcoming global guidelines for natural and organic cosmetics – ISO 16128 – are not fit for purpose according to industry experts, speaking at the recent Natural & Organic Products…
Upcoming ISO guidelines could "legitimize greenwashing"
The forthcoming global guidelines for natural and organic cosmetics – ISO 16128 – are not fit for purpose according to industry experts, speaking at the recent Natural & Organic Products…
Antipodes launches fashion-forward ‘healthy lipstick’ range
New Zealand based organic beauty brand Antipodes used last month’s Vivaness exhibition in Nuremberg as part of a simultaneous global trade launch for its new Moisture Boost Natural Lipsticks range.
Australian organic brand scoops Best Self Tanner award
Australian organic beauty specialist Eco By Sonya has added to its haul of prestigious industry awards – 15 in all to date.
Novel green ingredients in the spotlight at NYC cosmetics summit
Novel green ingredients, sustainable packaging, and natural personal care market trends will be featured in the upcoming Sustainable Cosmetics Summit. The North American edition will be hosted in New York…
Education is best way to tackle cosmetics myths
Tackling misinformation and myths about cosmetic products should be a priority for the natural and organic beauty sector, says the founder of leading natural cosmetics training school Formula Botanica.
Organic sales top £2 billion as UK market achieves fifth year of growth
The UK organic market grew 7.1% in 2016 to be worth £2.09 billion, according to latest figures from the Soil Association.
Biofach draws record-breaking 50,000
This year’s Biofach and Vivaness events (Nuremberg, 15-18 February 2017) drew a record-breaking attendance of over 50,000 visitors, reports the organiser NürnbergMesse.
Birkenstock surprises beauty world with natural cosmetics range launch
The German footwear company Birkenstock – famous for its iconic cork sandals – used this week’s Biofach exhibition in Nuremberg to preview a comprehensive range of natural cosmetic products.