ECO: Eco Beauty Award

NEUTROGENA® Corporation

Naturals Purifying Facial Cleanser

Sustainability Principle 1: How does your entry help to reduce or eliminate the build-up of substances from the earth’s crust?

Raw material extraction/processing
The cleanser is 90% naturally derived, using more bio-renewable starting materials than traditional products and formulated without common fossil fuel derived materials such as paraffin or mineral oil.
Creation/Production
The product was developed in a facility powered by solar energy and is manufactured in an ISO 14001 certified-plant that reduces water waste and limits electricity consumption.
Packaging/Distribution
We use up to 50% post consumer recycled content (PCR) for our bottles and use 65% - 85% PCR paper board for our shipping boxes. This product reduces green house gas emissions by 71% by using fewer suppliers, distribution centers, and raw materials.
Use and end of life
100% of the bottle can be recycled which is communicated to consumers via the recycle logo on pack and through the website.

Sustainability Principle 2: How does your entry help to reduce or eliminate accumulation of substances produced by society?

Raw material extraction/processing
We created an efficacious product that is 90% naturally derived and formulated without parabens, petrochemicals such as paraffin or mineral oil, dyes, harsh chemical sulfates, or phthalates.
Creation/Production
The cleanser is 90% naturally derived, using bio-renewable starting materials and is manufactured with a 10% reduction in green house gas emissions.
Packaging/Distribution
Our bottles are made with up to 50% PCR (reducing plastic accumulation) and no BPA.
Use and end of life
100% of the bottle can be recycled which is communicated to consumers via the recycle logo on pack and through the website.

Sustainability Principle 3: How does your entry help to reduce or eliminate the physical degradation of nature?

Raw material extraction/processing
Member of the RSPO since 2006. Participate in the GreenPalm program supporting the production of sustainable palm oil. Since 2010, we purchased GreenPalm certificates equal to 100% of our estimated annual palm oil and palm oil derivative usage.
Creation/Production
The product was developed in a facility powered by solar energy and is manufactured in an ISO 14001 certified-plant that reduces water waste and limits electricity consumption.
Packaging/Distribution
Reduce green house gas emissions by 71% via fewer supplier/ distribution centers/raw materials. Use Intermodal freight as the primary shipping mode to distribution centers. Fewer long-haul trucks, saves fuel/reducing carbon footprint.
Use and end of life
Product featured on Neutrogena Naturals site, powered entirely by solar /wind energy via "off-the grid" server. The Nature Conservancy/ Alexandra Cousteau (water conservationist) promotes/supports clean water causes through grants.

Sustainability Principle 4: How does your entry help to reduce or eliminate conditions that undermine people’s capacity to meet their basic human needs?

Raw material extraction/processing
Our organization is a proud member of the Billion Dollar Roundtable in recognition of our 1-billion dollar commitment to women- and minority-owned suppliers.
Creation/Production
Our suppliers are selected for and practice responsible sourcing practices including labor conditions, wages, health & safety, and benefits. Supply chains are audited regularly to ensure compliance.
Packaging/Distribution
Local manufacturing and distribution eliminates excess shipping and transportation.
Use and end of life
Our partnership with The Nature Conservancy supports and protects natural sources of clean water for people, plants and animals. Our company credo guides our decisions on our responsibilities towards our consumers, our communities and our employees.