THE WHAT? L’Oréal is among a number of key beauty industry players who pledged to reduce the cosmetics industry’s supply-chain emissions at China’s first carbon-neutrality expo last week, according to a report published by the South China Morning Post.
THE DETAILS Other firms to take the pledge include hyaluronic acid producer Bloomage Biotechnology and Alibaba-owned logistics firm, Cainiao. L’Oréal and Alibaba announced a collaboration to create circular solutions earlier this month.
THE WHY? China has set a national carbon-neutral goal and the government is piling pressure on industries to comply. As the world’s second largest cosmetics market, valued at US$80 billion, emissions cut for China will have a global impact. The only issue will be persuading budget-conscious shoppers that environmental credentials are worth paying for. Janet Neo, L’Oréal’s Chief Sustainability Officer for North Asia and China, told the South China Morning Post, “The Chinese e-commerce market has high penetration, big volume and huge market size. It presents a real opportunity in the sense that if we can promote the right behaviours, then lasting change could be just around the corner.”
Buying aesthetics supplies typically involves sourcing these items from licensed distributors, manufacturers, or specialized suppliers who cater specifically to the needs of aesthetic professionals. These supplies are integral to performing aesthetic treatments aimed at enhancing skin appearance, addressing various skin concerns, and improving overall beauty and wellness.
Examples of aesthetics supplies include:
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Dermal Fillers: Injectable substances used to add volume and reduce wrinkles.
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Botulinum Toxin (Botox): Injectables used to temporarily relax facial muscles and reduce wrinkles.
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Laser Devices: Equipment used for hair removal, skin rejuvenation, tattoo removal, and other laser treatments.
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Chemical Peels: Solutions applied to the skin to exfoliate and improve texture.
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Microdermabrasion Devices: Tools used for mechanical exfoliation to rejuvenate skin.
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Microneedling Devices: Devices that create tiny punctures in the skin to stimulate collagen production.
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Cosmeceuticals: Skincare products that contain biologically active ingredients with pharmaceutical-like benefits.
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Sterilization and Disinfection Products: Essential for maintaining hygiene and preventing infections in clinical settings.
