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Winners of the 2016 Beauty Shortlist Awards have been announced, with a raft of both new and experienced brand names and products on the list.

The coveted Best Baby Brand UK went to stalwart Green People, while Best Eco-Friendly Baby Brand was a joint win for both Weleda and Neal’s Yard Remedies.

A new launch from Pai Skincare with its Petit Pai Apple and Mallow Hair and Body Wash managed to scoop the top spot in the Best Shampoo and Body Wash category, raising the profile of its newly launched baby and children’s range “developed to help set the foundations for healthy, happy skin right from the beginning.”

“Our annual Beauty Awards and Baby Awards are always such a fantastic barometer of what’s happening in beauty ‘now’ with regards to new trends, in vogue ingredients, new recyclable packaging and formula innovations,” says Fiona Klonarides, founder of The Beauty Shortlist. “Entries for our Mama & Baby Awards in July were up almost 150 per cent on 2015, and even more interesting was the wave of 100 per cent natural and/or organic-certified products that poured in.”

“The message is getting through that clean, green and sustainable is the way, and it made my heart sing to see these new gentle green brands take part,” she continued. “I do, however, think we need to somehow clarify organic certification, and I wish there was one, definitive organic accreditation process available, as it varies so greatly.”

You can find more information, including entries and voting for the 2017 Beauty Shortlist Awards, here.

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Petit Pai is the new skincare range from babies launched by organic sensitive skin brand Pai Skincare.

The key ingredients used in the range are apple seed oil, which contains high concentrations of linolenic fatty acid for intense moisturization of babies’ skin, scalp and hair, and mallow blossom, rich in natural glycoproteins that moisturize and soothes sensitive, delicate skin.

Designed for skin that is easily irritated or unsettled, the initial offer comprises an Apple & Mallow Blossom Face & Body Cream and an Apple & Mallow Blossom Hair & Body Wash, which comes with a 100% natural Konjac Sponge which cleanses without scratching.

The products are formulated using certified organic ingredients with proven therapeutic properties to deliver instant relief to troubled skin and maintain the optimum pH of babies’ skin.

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Botanical Brands has joined forces with other leading skincare and cosmetic brands to call on the UK Government to ban the use of microbeads.

Botanical Brands, along with representatives from Pai Skincare and Green People has signed an open letter issued by Neal’s Yard Remedies today (see below) to coincide with World Oceans Day flagging up the harm that microbead pollution does to seas and marine life and asking the Government to “pursue a legislative route and ban microplastics being used”.

Greenpeace, Fauna & Flora International, Environmental Investigation Agency and Marine Stewardship Council are also partnering on the campaign which incudes a petition with over 300,000 signatures – to be handed in today – to urge the Government to ban the use of microbeads in personal care products. It asks David Cameron to “follow President Obama and other world leaders by banning the use of polluting plastic microbeads. Plastic microbeads are needlessly used in cosmetics. They damage our oceans and the creatures that live in them.”

Kim Allan of Botanical Brands commented: “As a supplier of eco, natural and organic beauty brands from around the world, we have actively campaigned for this cause for a number of years now.  We welcomed the US government’s decision to ban the use of plastic microbeads in skin care and personal care products earlier this year, however, this is a global concern, which impacts on the UK cosmetics industry too. Although there are many companies that already produce skin care products without the use of plastic microbeads – showing that natural alternatives are not only available but effective – there are still many more that don’t! That’s why Botanical Brands has joined forces with other leading natural skincare and cosmetics companies that don’t use microbeads to call on the government for a UK ban on their future use. ”

Rt Hon David Cameron MP, 10 Downing Street,
London, SW1A 2AA
June 8th, 2016

Dear Prime Minister,

It’s not often that businesses call on government to regulate their own industry.

This year has seen growing consumer concern over the use of plastic “microbeads” in personal care products, including a petition over 300,000 signatories strong due to be handed in June 8th, World Oceans Day. As businesses operating in this field, we share this concern and believe the time has come for government to step in.

Microplastics are a direct source of oceanic pollution, making their way to the sea from our sinks, toilets and showers after just a few seconds of use. Yet like all plastics, they may last for centuries in our seas and harm marine life.

Removing plastics from personal care products is the most efficient and cost-effective way of stopping this pollution. ‘End of pipe’ solutions through upgrading of sewage treatment plants would be far more costly. We note the recent ban in the US under the Microbead-Free Waters Act 2015.

Furthermore, the use of these plastics is unnecessary: environmentally-friendly alternatives exist, and are available at similar cost.

None of our companies use microplastic ingredients for any function in any of our products, and feel that the quality of our products does not suffer due to this absence. We have also found many of our customers are reassured that they are not contributing to the growing problem of microplastic pollution when using our products.

We believe that microplastic beads and particles should never be used in personal care and domestic cleaning products. It is unacceptable for industry to produce products that pollute our oceans when alternatives are readily available.

Unfortunately, many others in our industry have been dragging their feet on this issue. Whilst some have commitments in place, these mostly do not cover all product types and many have long or unclear phase-out targets. We now feel that given the voluntary approach has proven neither comprehensive nor expeditious enough, the government should pursue a legislative route and ban microplastics being used in such products. It would furthermore send a clear message that use of ingredients that have such negative impacts for so little gain will not be permitted.

Yours sincerely,

Susan Curtis, Deputy Chair, Neal’s Yard Remedies Kim Allan, Managing Director, Botanical Brands Charlotte Vøhtz, Managing Director, Green People Sarah Brown, Founder, Pai Skincare

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UK sales of certified health and beauty products rose by 21.6% in 2015 to reach a value of £54.2 million, according to figures from the latest Soil Association Organic Market Report 2016, released today.

The report says that Soil Association Certification now has 214 licenced health and beauty symbol holders and that brands are recognizing the need for reliable guarantees and assurances about the ingredients products contain and the processes involved in producing them.

Organic Monitor figures show that 43% of consumers look for a certification symbol when they buy a natural or organic personal care product.

Clare McDermott, business development director, Soil Association, said: “The organic beauty market is flourishing with increased sales, product launches, availability and greater consumer engagement within the sector. It has relaunched itself as a credible and aspirational alternative to mainstream non-organic beauty and has outperformed expectations this year. Organic beauty continues to thrive and the next 12 months look to be even stronger.”

The report highlighted five key trends:

• New regulations are creating a benchmark standard for the industry. Over a quarter of the 214 Soil Association Certification licensees are now certified to the Cosmetics Organic Standard (COSMOS) which will become the SA’s core standard for beauty on 1 January 2017.

• Demand for organic ingredients is growing as more organic brands are creating new products.

• More companies are scaling up what they do. Not only are established beauty companies performing well, but newer companies such as Pai Skincare, which saw sales up by over 60% in 2015, are growing too.

• The sector is becoming more diverse and innovative, with clinical data to back up their efficacy. According to Planet Organic, organic make-up and cosmetics are seeing strong growth.

• Consumers are becoming more informed and educated about the benefits of organic beauty. According to figures from Organic Monitor, 31% of consumers first decided to buy a natural or organic beauty products because of increased awareness. The Soil Association says that this is thanks to better branding and marketing campaigns including its Organic Beauty Week. “Our Campaign for Clarity is raising awareness of the fake and misleading organic claims that are being made in the beauty industry,” the report says.

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Skincare supplement company Works with Water Nutraceuticals was sponsor of the Bloggers Love Beauty Bar at this year’s London Fashion Week as well as providing its products for a number of goody bags during the event.

Pai Skincare recently received a big thumbs up from Bond girl Léa Seydoux who was quoted in Vogue as saying: “There’s a British brand, Pai. Do you know it? It’s the most important thing to have a good face cream.”

Founder of Beauty Despite Cancer and creator of the Defiant Beauty Collection, Jennifer Young has published a guide to beauty, hair, style and wellbeing for cancer patients called Beauty Despite Cancer – Recognise Yourself.

AA Skincare has brought out a range of seasonal beauty gifts in the form of eight natural beauty kits including: The Vitamin Boost Face Kit – rich in antioxidants and vitamins; The Helping Hands Kit, designed to help hard-working hands recover naturally; and The Detox & Restore Face Mask Kit.

Bamford has launched a new skincare and facial range developed with therapists at the Bamford Haybarn Spa. The natural and organic range is made up of ten products including masks, elixirs, balms, oils, serums, creams and lotions.

New from Bouclème comes its Hydrating Hair Cleanser which blends sea sat, mongongo oil, sea buckthorn oil, camellia oil, coconut oil and castor oil in a sulphate-free formula.

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This Christmas sensitive skin brand Pai is offering limited editions of its hero products and bestsellers featuring specially commissioned, eye-catching designs.

Described as the ultimate skin multi-tasker, Pai’s Limited Edition Rosehip Bio Regenerate Oil is rich in omegas 3, 6, 7 & 9, to deeply condition the skin, improving firmness and elasticity as well as evening out skin tone.

Presented in illustrated boxes and a handy muslin pouch, Pai’s Discovery Collections are designed for on-the-go skincare, at the gym, weekends away or far-flung travel. Perfect Balance Discovery Collection is designed to soothe and rebalance oily and blemish-prone skin and comprises Camellia & Rose Gentle Hydrating Cleanser, Rice Plant & Rosemary BioAffinity Tonic, Geranium & Thistle Rebalancing Day Cream.

The Instant Calm Discovery Collection has been developed to calm and protect reactive or redness-prone skin and incorporates Camellia & Rose Gentle Hydrating Cleanser, Lotus & Orange BioAffinity Tonic and Chamomile & Rosehip Calming Day Cream.

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Pai Skincare’s Kukui & Jojoba Bead Skin Brightening Exfoliator has been repackaged in a new airless pack that, the company says, ensures every last drop is delivered as smoothly as the first.

Pai’s product was developed as an alternative to the harsh exfoliators containing ground rice, fruit stone powders or sugar which can tear skin cells and contribute to skin sensitivity and premature ageing.

The detergent-free gel is rich in omega-3 and 6 and uses 100% natural biodegradable jojoba beads to deliver a gentle polish to refine and revitalize skin. It is free from plastic micro-beads, which are harmful to the environment.

Kukui oil contains omega-3 and 6 as well as vitamins A, D and E to soothe, hydrate an illuminate the skin.

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UrbanVeda’s Radiance Body Wash has been Highly Commended at the Natural Health International Beauty Awards 2015.

Passion for Natural has introduced 100% organic Aloe Vera Gel and Aloe Vera Lotion containing vitamins, minerals and amino acids to support the skin after sun exposure.

At the recent Gentle Parenting Awards Weleda finished up with no less than five Gold awards for its mother and baby products. These included the award for best nappy cream for its Calendula Nappy Change Cream which is celebrating its 30-year anniversary this year. A tube of the cream sells every ten seconds.

Green People’s recently launched Tinted DD Moisturizer SPF15 has won the Best Tinted Moisturiser category in The Beauty Shortlist Awards 2015 as well as a further five finalist awards, including the much coveted Best Give Back Brand.

Pai Skincare has launched two treatment masks for sensitive skin: Rosehip Bioregenerate Rapid Radiance Mask is for dry, dull and dehydrated skin; and Copaiba AHA Deep Cleanse Mask is for oily, congested or blemish-prone skin.

Known for its use by top beauty professionals, Belnatur has launched its Essential Range – 14 retail products combining natural plant and marine active constituents covering all skin types.

Natural health and beauty product brand, Faith in Nature has been awarded the SME Exporter of the Year award at the North West Business Masters Awards 2015.

Norwich-based natural bodycare store Palm & Sole SkinCare Delicatessen has launched a website, offering a range of freshly hand-blended bodycare products by aromatherapist Kathy Webb.

After securing a new contract to supply Brown’s Hotel Spa in Mayfair, London, natural skincare company Spiezia Organics is planning to expand its manufacturing and production base.

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In response to customer demand, Pai Skincare this month launched two treatment masks for sensitive skin.

Rosehip Bioregenerate Rapid Radiance Mask is for dry, dull and dehydrated skin and uses omega-rich rosehip fruit and seed extracts to revitalize, refine and plump skin.

Copaiba AHA Deep Cleanse Mask is for oily, congested or blemish-prone skin. Copaiba’s antibacterial properties fight stubborn spots and breakouts and AHAs accelerate cell renewal to brighten skin tone. It is ideal for sensitive or reactive skin types.

Pai founder, Sarah Brown, comments: If you have difficult skin, the ritual of using a face maks is about so much more than decongesting or deeply nourishing your skin. Taking ten minutes out of your day to unwind and re-focus your mind is proven to relieve stress-induced conditions like acne, redness or dermatitis. Close the bathroom door, relax and restore your skin to its natural radiance.”

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The organic health and beauty sector delivered a standout performance in 2014 with UK sales of certified products reaching £44.6 million, up 20% year-on-year, according to the Soil Association’s Organic Market Report 2015.

Exports have also grown, according to the report, with export revenue topping £10 million for the first time. This growth has been particularly strong in Asian markets.

With increasing greenwashing in this sector, demand for reassurance through certification is also growing, and the number of companies employing the Soil Association symbol has risen to 204, up 51%, as “consumers look for the reassurance of organic certification in an unregulated market plagued by spurious organic claims”.

The report found that Neal’s Yard Remedies, the market leader in the health and beauty sector both internationally and in the UK, saw its organic sales increase by 12% in 2014. After opening a further ten stores, it now has 50 stores in the UK as well as 45 internationally.

The report also highlights Essential Care, which has rebranded as Odylique and whose exports are growing 50% year-on-year, and Pai Skincare which saw its sales double in 2014.

Consumer demands in this area are changing, according to the Soil Association, with customers looking for clinically proven results. “The leading organic brands are increasingly looking beyond the environmentally conscious core consumers that originally drove the market to appeal to a wider, less ideologically driven public looking for more natural products that work,” says the report.

The Soil Association report says that consumer education is at the core of the marketing strategies of the larger brands, citing Odylique and Pai as having information websites and Neal’s Yard Remedies helping raise awareness of the dangers of neonicotinoid pesticides.

A highlight of 2014 was the inaugural Organic Beauty Week which took place during Organic September and incorporated a range of events and product promotions which reached over four million people and helped deliver a tripling of week-on-week sales of organic beauty products during the week.

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