Plastic-free Packaging + %

Plastic-free packaging uses alternative materials such as paper or cardboard to package products instead of plastic. The primary motivation for companies transitioning to plastic-free packaging is its recyclability and potential for repurposing. This term is not regulated at this time.

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Sea Tree Donor

The Sea Tree is planned as a buoyant structure anchored in the water by a cable. Conceived by Dutch architect Koen Olthuis of the Waterstudio, it comprises multiple tiers intended as habitats for flora and fauna, both above and below the waterline. A Sea Tree donor is a company that has previously backed this initiative.

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Reference : seatrees.org

FSC Certified Paper

FSC Certification for Wood Products stands as a verified approach for industries to ensure the longevity and vitality of forests, securing their health for future generations.

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Reference : anz.fsc.org

Aluminium Packaging

Aluminium packaging is light, flexible, and easily recyclable. This term is not regulated at this time.

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Glass or Type 5 Plastic Packaging

Glass and Type 5 plastic packaging prioritise sustainability without compromising functionality or aesthetics. Glass offers durability and recyclability, while type 5 plastic provides versatility and resilience.

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Glass Packaging

Glass packaging refers to both transparent and coloured glass bottles and jars used to contain consumer goods. This term is not regulated at this time.

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Sustainable Packaging

Sustainable packaging includes all environmentally friendly materials for wrapping, storing, transporting, or displaying products. This term is not regulated at this time.

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The Half Magic Mail-Back Program

Half Magic has collaborated with Pact Collective to simplify recycling clean, empty containers, making it as effortless as posting a postcard. Their recycling guide states how to send all eligible packaging to Pact's Collection Facility, reducing the burden on landfills.

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Reference : halfmagicbeauty.com

Directly Sourced Ingredients

Directly sourced ingredients refer to raw materials or components that are obtained directly from their original source, often locally, such as farms, producers, or suppliers, without intermediaries or middlemen involved in the procurement process.

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100% Tree Free Packaging

Utilising packaging materials that are not made from trees.

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USDA’s BioPreferred Program for Biobased Certified Products

The BioPreferred programme encourages manufacturers to disclose additional product attributes, such as life cycle analysis (LCA), environmental and human health impacts, life-cycle costs, sustainability benefits, and performance, to the programme and potential buyers.

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Reference : biopreferred.gov

Green Seal Certification

The Green Seal Certification validates a company's commitment to sustainability and the well-being of its employees and the community. It also showcases that environmentally friendly services and products can meet or surpass quality standards and performance.

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Reference : greenseal.org

NSF/ANSI 305 Standards set by Quality Assurance International

The widely recognised NSF/ANSI 305 certification mark confirms that their personal care products contain at least 70% certified organic ingredients from botanical origins.

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Reference : nsf.org

Carbon Footprint Standard Accreditation

The Carbon Trust Standard is a globally renowned certification acknowledging excellence and accomplishments in carbon reduction efforts.

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Reference : carbonfootprint.com

Post-Consumer Recycled Paper

Paper crafted from 100% post-consumer waste is manufactured exclusively from paper material sourced directly from office or household recycling bins.

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Conscious Minimalism

Conscious Minimalism entails being a mindful consumer and making environmentally beneficial decisions.

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Vetted Supply Chain

A thoroughly vetted supply chain undergoes scrutiny to ensure quality, sustainability, and ethical standards.

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Working with Family Farmers

Teaming up with small-scale agricultural producers who run family-owned farms. This involves partnering with them to buy products straight from the farm, helping their businesses, promoting sustainable farming methods, and supporting local communities.

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The Campaign for Safe Cosmetics

The Campaign for Safe Cosmetics is a collective alliance of organisations dedicated to addressing concerns about the potential risks associated with chemicals used in cosmetics.

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Reference : safecosmetics.org

Green Spa Network

The Green Spa Network comprises individuals who are at the forefront of efforts to revolutionise the spa industry, aiming to enhance its efficiency, sustainability, and environmental friendliness.

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Reference : gsnplanet.org