In July, Bristol saw the opening of a third branch of zero waste store Preserve Foods, this time in the village-like suburb of Westbury-on-Trym.
Preserve Foods opens third Bristol zero waste store
July 31, 2020 Continue Reading
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Two-in-one hair bar trio from Naturtint
Naturtint has developed a trio of new dual-action Shampoo & Conditioning Bars designed to meet the rising demand for plastic-free hair products.
July 3, 2020 Continue Reading
Online start-up gives eco shoppers a boost
Launched in the midst of the coronavirus pandemic, London-based online retailer Boostology is an independent start-up aiming to offer a new way to shop in an eco-friendly way, with design-led eco-products that create a visual impact and boost mood and wellbeing. In addition to providing a curated selection of decorative homewares, skincare and wellbeing products […]
June 26, 2020 Continue Reading
New app helps consumers Beat the Microbead
A new app Beat the Microbead from environmental organization the Plastic Soup Foundation has launched to enable consumers to test for microplastics.
June 9, 2020 Continue Reading
Ksoni innovates with UK’s first ‘shampoo in a can’
Natural brand Ksoni has developed what it says is the UK’s first ‘shampoo in a can’ in a bid to reduce single-use plastics in bathrooms across more UK.
May 15, 2020 Continue Reading
Awake Organics targets skin and hair with new launches
Awake Organics has introduced two new vegan products: Frankin-Sense Brightening Serum and Caffeine + Rosemary Vegan Shampoo.
April 3, 2020 Continue Reading
Riverford launches zero packaging veg box – will customers buy it?
Riverford has introduced a zero packaging box in response to customers who want to get rid of packaging altogether (okay, apart from the box).
March 13, 2020 Continue Reading
TODDS aims to scrub up well in the UK market
TODDS has introduced its 100% natural Coconut Scourers to the UK in a bid to offer a competitively priced plastic-free alternative.
March 9, 2020 Continue Reading
Ethical edit: Beauty Shortlist winners revealed
Celebrating a decade of showcasing the best in natural beauty and wellness, The Beauty Shortlist & Wellbeing Awards has announced its winners for 2020.
March 3, 2020 Continue Reading
A no-brainer from Noobru
Noobru is a new drinkable combination of nutrients designed to nourish brain and body, claiming to help to unlock the mind’s potential.
February 27, 2020 Continue Reading
Fair Squared broadens range as it goes zero waste
Along with the addition of a variety of new skincare products, Fairtrade brand Fair Squared has announced that its range has become zero waste.
February 26, 2020 Continue Reading
New DfE scheme sees free reusable period products available in schools
As a part of a new Department for Education scheme, the Mooncup menstrual cup is available for free to pupils at all state schools and colleges in England.
February 24, 2020 Continue Reading
Bringing kindly shopping to Brighton
Tagged as a ‘sustainable supermarket for the thoughtful people of Brighton’, Kindly of Brighton is one of the newest retailers to open in the city.
January 30, 2020 Continue Reading
Over two million Brits never recycle plastic says report
Research conducted by MPA has found that even after the pollution issue has been driven home by the media, 3% of UK adults still don’t recycle plastic.
January 29, 2020 Continue Reading
EarthKind launches with eco-friendly shampoo bars
Formulated by trichologist Tony Maleedy, EarthKind Shampoo Bars have been created to help protect the health of hair and scalp, as well as the planet.
December 30, 2019 Continue Reading
Zeroing in on the plastic-free opportunity
The historic UK spa town of Tunbridge Wells is the venue for one of the country’s newest plastic-free retailers, The Zero Waste Company
December 12, 2019 Continue Reading
Hastings’ co-op expands refills into second store
Trinity Wholefoods, which marked its 35th birthday this year, has opened a refill store to encourage customers to ‘reduce, reuse, recycle, refill, rethink’.
November 29, 2019 Continue Reading
#ReplaceTheBottle with Biovène Barcelona shampoo bars
As part of its #replacethebottle campaign, Spanish eco brand Biovène Barcelona is launching its natural plastic-free Shampoo-In-A Bar range in the UK.
November 27, 2019 Continue Reading
Research shows misuse of ‘plant-based’ plastic claim in menstrual items
Research published by The Greenpeace Research Laboratories has revealed that women are being misled by greenwashing claims made by menstrual product brands.
October 28, 2019 Continue Reading
The whole package
Want the truth about sustainable packaging? It’s complicated – but consumers and brands are both committed to change, says Matt Chittock
October 21, 2019 Continue Reading
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Why mask-wearing could be making people shop more more healthily
As mask-wearing becomes increasingly ‘normalized’, is the act of wearing a face covering having an effect on purchasing decisions?
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‘Don’t miss out’: retailers urged to engage with new consumer directory
Leading industry organizations HFMA, NAHS and HFI are collaborating on a major new direct to consumer campaign called HealthyDoesIt.
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New online store for Archie Browns
Prompted by customer demand – primarily due to the COVID-19 crisis – Truro health food store Archie Browns launched its online store at the end of July.
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Preserve Foods opens third Bristol zero waste store
In July, Bristol saw the opening of a third branch of zero waste store Preserve Foods, this time in the village-like suburb of Westbury-on-Trym.
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An apple a day
The market for apple cider vinegar products has exploded in recent years. Jo Caird finds out why (more…)
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Playgrounds and pandemics
As parents prepare to drop their children off at the school gates after a prolonged period of homeschooling, nerves will run high over kids’ wellbeing.
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Nature has the answer
As we continue to face COVID-19 challenges, organic is enjoying growth. Emily McCoy hears why the Organic September campaign says nature has the answer.
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Sustainability: stemming the tide
Recent pressure from the plastics industry to delay single-use plastic bans amid questions of safety during COVID-19 may signal a dangerous backslide, but Jane Wolfe discovers the natural and organic sector isn’t about to stop innovating when it comes to sustainability (more…)
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Leading the discussion around sustainability in retail
The Sustainability in Retail Forum is the new conference designed to help senior executives within leading retailers from across the Nordic region meet the ever-evolving challenges around sustainability. Taking place 13 November 2019, at MalmöMässan, Sweden, the event is co-located with the award-winning trade exhibitions Nordic Organic Food Fair and Eco Life Scandinavia. Facing the […]
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Setting Industry standards for Golden quality CBD Products
Over the past few years Hemp and its CBD-rich extracts have made a stunning entrance to the nutraceutical business. More and more people are now commenting on the wonderful health benefits of supplementing their diet with natural phytocannabinoids and new CBD oil brands pop-up regularly as a result.
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Tooth powder as a powerful ally for your dental health
My Oradent tooth powder is neither a drug nor a medicine. Suitable for all consumers and also for vegans and vegetarians. Why in powder form? Studies have shown that tooth powder can be more effective at removing plaque than toothpaste. Plus, My Oradent does not contain fluoride, is non-toxic and is also safe for children. […]
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Mineral-rich New Zealand volcanic mud delivers instant illumination for your skin
It may seem counter-intuitive to apply mud to your skin in order to cleanse it, but the skin-enhancing benefits of mineral-rich mud have been harnessed for beauty treatments all over the world for centuries. Antipodes® uses white volcanic mud sourced from central New Zealand’s dramatic central plateau in its new Halo Skin-Brightening Facial Mud Mask […]
