QUT researchers have used carbon dots from human hair waste sourced at a Brisbane barbershop to create a kind of ‘armour’ for solar technology. It has been shown that these carbon nanodots could be used to improve the performance of perovskites solar cells. The research study,... Read More
These days, it’s hard to argue that sustainability is a niche consumer interest. A vast majority of consumers worldwide believe we need to consume less, according to research by GlobeScan. More to the point, 57 percent of consumers in that survey were willing to pay more for sustainable... Read More
Environment & Climate, Personal Care & Cosmetics, Waste Management & Recycling
All our best advice on taking care of your face and the planet at the same time. ... Read More
Why e-commerce retailers should increase transparency about their products Deonna Anderson Fri, 08/21/2020 - 01:15 When shopping online, consumers are able to see a lot of information about a product. There’s the product description and specifications of an item.... Read More
Ulta Beauty is bringing refillable containers back to the cosmetics industry Jesse Klein Tue, 08/18/2020 - 02:00 The beauty industry has a plastic waste problem. And it knows it. A quick Google search brings up articles from Allure, National Geographic, Forbes, Teen Vogue... Read More
"It wasn't supposed to work." ... Read More
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It’s no secret that I’m on a mission to remove as many toxic chemicals from my home as possible. I’ve tackled my makeup bag, skin, haircare and household cleaning products. Next on my list? My pads and tampons. ... Read More
How cosmetics retailer Lush is making purposeful profit through circularity Katrina Shum Tue, 05/12/2020 - 01:30 This article is part of our Paradigm Shift series, produced by nonprofit PYXERA Global, on the diverse solutions driving the transition to a circular economy.... Read More
The sudden shift in the way Americans shop is stunning. ... Read More
It’s official: Your reusable mug has been tainted -- with suspicion. ... Read More
Environment & Climate, Healthcare & Nutrition, Personal Care & Cosmetics