Ethics & Sustainability

At Herrco Cosmetics, sustainability is part of our brand DNA. Our efforts are aligned to the four main themes set out by EcoVadis, focusing on: Environment, Labour & Human Rights, Ethics, and Sustainable Procurement.

Rated EcoVadis Bronze in 2020, we strive to improve our sustainability practices with their guidelines and advice.

Setting a Culture of Sustainability

We've continuously looked into being more sustainable and have:

Switched to green energy

Installed occupancy lighting and intelligent heating, and solar-powered lights at the car park

Modified our roof to reduce energy required to heat the building

Installed electric car charge points

ADDITIONALLY, WE
Reuse all waste water, which is collected, treated and reused
Use 100% recyclable pallet wrap and reduce amount of wrap used with the installation of an automatic pallet wrapper
Shred and recycle used coffee pods to make spare car parts and bicycles, with local farmers utilising coffee grounds on their fields
Use 100% FSC cardboard

Sustainable Manufacturing

With manufacturing as the main business, we identified ways in which we could implement more ethical and sustainable practices. Some of our efforts include:

  • Supporting local suppliers as much possible to reduce carbon footprint
  • Opting for suppliers with FTI and CSR accreditations over those that don't
  • Utilising an automatic pallet wrapper to standardise and reduce amount of wrap used, consisting of pallet wrap that is 100% recyclable
  • Utilising biodegradable or recyclable materials where possible
  • Utilising FSC 100% corrugated boxes
  • Sending tube clippings for recycling (~6M per year / 400kg per month)
  • Collecting, treating and reusing wastewater
  • Packing rejected goods into goody bags for employees

Our people

Looking into our core – our people – we aim to create an inspiring environment for our team to enjoy work and thrive in.

Constantly looking at ways to improve work culture, we have introduced:

  • Enhanced benefits package above statutory minimum including holiday and pension
  • Birthday day off
  • One day p/a for employees to support a local charity or perform community work
  • Flexible work hours to enjoy time with their family and pursue personal interests
  • Option for remote working
  • Fitness classes provided free of charge for all employees
  • Monthly events and charity fundraisers
  • Learning and development opportunities sponsored by the company
  • Clear and defined career paths for people looking to progress their career
  • Opportunity to be part of free product sampling and giving feedback + receiving minor packaging reject products in form of goody bag

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