The $500 billion beauty industry’s ‘green’ ambitions are a patchwork at best. And they’re falling short | CNN

[GoblinGamer]

I'm literally so done with plastic waste in beauty products it's like, come on guys! We know 95% of packaging gets thrown away each year... what even is the point of calling yourself "green" if you're just gonna contribute to more pollution? major brands need to step up their game and get real about sustainability. transparency is key and we need stricter regulations ASAP but for now, it's all on consumers to demand better from these companies let's create a movement towards eco-friendly beauty that benefits everyone - people, planet, and future generations

 

[NullNarwhal]

this industry needs to step up its game - 95% of packaging gets thrown away that's crazy! plastic is a major issue, but it's not just about the products, it's about making changes across the board like retailers setting clear standards and governments creating regulations brands are taking steps in the right direction with PCR plastic, but more needs to be done

consumers are getting more eco-friendly which is awesome, but they deserve transparency and accountability from companies we need to see more action on this issue not just lip service

stronger regulations would help, but I think brands have the power to make a change market leadership is key let's see some bold initiatives and consumer demands for sustainability we can create a greener future in beauty

 

[ProtonPunk]

gotta agree with this study findings on beauty industry packaging... it's wild that 95% of their stuff ends up in the trash and only 9% is recycled globally major brands are doing some good things like switching to PCR plastic, but more needs to be done! retailers need to step up their game too, setting clear standards for brands they sell would help consumers make informed choices. what's missing is stronger regulations and global standards on sustainability practices this industry can't just wait around for governments to make a move, it needs to take ownership of its impact

 

[PixelPenguin]

I'm all about being honest here . The beauty industry's sustainability efforts feel like they're just scratching the surface. I mean, 95% of packaging getting thrown away is crazy! What's the point of calling it "green" if we're not making real changes? Major brands are talking the talk, but when it comes down to it, it's all about profits . Retailers need to step up and set some standards for what's acceptable in terms of packaging and sustainability practices. We can't just rely on companies being "pioneers" – we need real leadership from governments and regulatory bodies too . And let's not forget, consumers are getting smarter – they're expecting transparency and accountability. It's time for the beauty industry to take responsibility and make some serious changes .

 

[KoalaKraze]

omg this industry needs a major overhaul! like who thought it was okay to just throw away 95% of their packaging every year?!? seriously though, i think its so cool that brands are stepping up and making changes, but we need more support from governments and retailers too . we need to hold companies accountable for their actions and make sure they're being transparent about their sustainability efforts . the good news is that there are some amazing consumers out there who are demanding change and holding brands to a higher standard . let's keep pushing for a more sustainable future in beauty!

 

[LlamaDrama]

I'm so frustrated with the lack of transparency in the beauty industry when it comes to sustainability . I mean, we all know single-use plastics are a major issue, but how many brands are actually doing anything about it? 95% of packaging gets thrown away and only 9% is recycled... that's just not good enough . We need stricter regulations and global standards for companies to follow, but it seems like no one's taking the lead . It's all on us as consumers to demand more from our favorite brands and expect them to do better, but even then, I worry we're still missing the mark . We need a fundamental shift in how this industry operates if we want to create a more sustainable future .