The Sustainable Cosmetics Summit comprised a 2-day conference and an interactive workshop. View the summit pics here
Thursday 17th May: Day One
Session One: Sustainability Update
Session Two: Green Materials
Friday 18th May: Day Two
Session Three: Sustainable Sourcing
Session Four: Marketing & Distribution Developments
Wednesday 16th May: Pre-Conference
Workshop: Openings in Global Natural & Organic Cosmetics Market
Thursday 17th May: Day One
Session One: Sustainability Update
Sustainability has become a multi-faceted discipline covering a
product's raw materials, formulation, production methods,
packaging, distribution and waste considerations. Apart from
environmental and health impacts, its remit also extends to social
and economic footprints. With the use of case studies, this session
gave an update on sustainability in the cosmetics & personal care
industry. How are leading operators approaching this discipline and
what are their key priorities?
Speakers discussed approaches to measure chemical impacts,
sustainability and aerosols, tackling ocean plastic pollution, and
a case
study from a leading cosmetics brand.
Session Two: Green Materials
This
session covered important developments in green cosmetic
ingredients. An introduction was given to the concept of skin
biomes: how can skin care products help maintain or nourish the
eco-systems that exist on our skin? Details were given of new
actives that protect skin from blue light and infrared rays. Other
speakers discussed novel botanical actives, natural skincare
ingredients, and bio-based materials.
The sustainability of natural ingredients was debated in the panel
discussion: what is the best way to develop green formulations? Is
it by increasing content of natural / green ingredients, and / or
by removing chemicals with high impacts? And, does green always
mean safer?
Friday 18th May: Day Two
Session Three: Sustainable Sourcing
Sustainable sourcing has become
prominent, with a growing number of cosmetic and ingredient firms
investing in such projects. This session looked at some common
approaches to sustainable sourcing and its associated benefits.
Speakers looked at how sustainable sourcing can address
environmental, social, and biodiversity impacts. The role of
sustainability roundtables was discussed, followed by the risks
and opportunities associated with sourcing programs. To conclude,
featured speakers discussed the future direction of sustainable
sourcing: is it with in-house schemes, or industry charters,
sustainability schemes, and standards?
Session Four: Marketing & Distribution Developments
Marketing and distribution continues to play an important role in the cosmetic & personal care industry. This session looked at such developments in the context of sustainable cosmetics. Case studies were given of brands with novel sustainability credentials, as well as digital marketing best-practices. To conclude, the panel discussed the role of marketing communications.
Wednesday 16th May: Pre-Conference Workshop
Workshop: Openings in Global Natural & Organic Cosmetics Market
This workshop gave a detailed
update of the global market for natural & organic cosmetics,
highlighting trends and developments in the major geographic
regions. The role of certification, standards and green labels was
outlined. Ingredient, product and distribution trends were covered,
as well as competitive developments and retailer strategies.
Insights were given into consumer behavior, including motives
and attitudes towards natural and organic products.
Case studies were given of companies who are successfully riding
the green wave in North America, Europe and other regions. Future
growth projections were given, as well as business openings for new
entrants and existing participants.
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