We know the Nutriscore, a rating system that allows to see at a glance if a foodstuff is good for health or not. The Pierre Fabre group has taken the same concept and adapted it to the cosmetics sector. The Green Impact Index is a tool for the general public to measure, improve and indicate by A, B, C or D the environmental and societal impact of cosmetic products.
For several years, customers have been asking manufacturers to communicate more transparently on the entire value chain.
“Thanks to the Green Impact Index, consumers will be informed of the eco-social profile of the group’s cosmetics by a simple letter (A, B, C or D). Obtaining an A or B means that the product is eco-socially designed insofar as it meets a sufficient number of environmental and societal performance criteria according to internationally recognized benchmarks,” explains Pierre Fabre. “The tool has already been used internally for two years to ensure the eco-socio-design of new products (A or B score).
The Green Impact Index was designed by Green Mission Pierre Fabre, the group’s branch in charge of sustainable development.
It is based on :
• 14 environmental impact criteria divided between packaging eco-design, formula eco-design, product manufacturing impact and raw material transport. They account for 2/3 of the final score.
• 6 societal impact criteria covering Made in France, Organic, Fair Trade, Guaranteed French Origin and Vegan certifications or labeling, as well as Pierre Fabre’s commitment programs. They represent 1/3 of the final score.
The Green Impact Index will gradually be applied to the packaging of the group’s brands. But consumers can …
