Strategic Insights: The Potential of Fairtrade Cosmetics & IngredientsOrganic Monitor Ltd.December 1, 2009 52 Pages - SKU: OM2511611 |
| Fairtrade is gaining popularity in the cosmetics industry as companies increasingly look at ethical sourcing and social responsibility..
This Strategic Insights report examines the potential of fairtrade cosmetics, looking at the business potential of this nascent industry. A review is made of certified fairtrade ingredients, their sources and application in the cosmetics industry. Case studies are given of companies that have fairtrade cosmetics with details given of the products and the ingredients they use. Profiles are given of companies that supply fairtrade cosmetic ingredients. Fairtrade products are analysed, with information given on their ingredient composition, production, prices, product positioning and sales channels. Finally, detailed recommendations are given to companies looking at adopting fairtrade practices for their cosmetics and / or ingredients. Key Questions Answered:
Fairtrade is gaining popularity in the cosmetics industry as companies increasingly look at ethical sourcing and social responsibility.. Natural cosmetic companies are the early-adopters, sourcing fairtrade ingredients and launching certified products. Some like Weleda have set up fairtrade projects to protect endangered plant species and encourage sustainability. Others are using fairtrade to guarantee long-term supply of organic ingredients. This new Strategic Insights report evaluates the business potential of Fairtrade Cosmetics & Ingredients, giving details of standards, certification and market potential. Recommendations are given to cosmetic companies and ingredient suppliers, using case studies of companies who have successfully adopted fairtrade practices. |

