cosnova x WildAsia
At cosnova, we’re all about beauty that goes beyond the surface – it’s about making choices that care for our planet and its people. As a leader in the cosmetics industry, we know that how we source our ingredients matters. That’s why we’ve teamed up with WildAsia to push for sustainable and fair palm oil practices.
Sustainable Palm Oil for a Beautiful Future
This partnership is a key part of our climate action strategy, where our Climate Contribution concept comes into play. Here’s the scoop: we calculate our carbon harm price based on our Scope 1 and 2 emissions, plus the most significant Scope 3 emissions. Then, we put 100% of that amount into projects that make a real difference to the environment. Half of that goes straight into our work with WildAsia.
WildAsia is an organization that’s all about empowering small-scale palm oil producers to achieve RSPO (Responsibly Sourced Palm Oil) certification. Their WAGS BIO and BIO Plus programs are where the magic happens, making waves both on the ground and for the climate.
The WAGS BIO program is all about giving smallholders the tools and knowledge to go green with their farming practices. We’re talking better soil health through composting, organic fertilizers, and boosting biodiversity on the farms. These practices aren’t just good for the earth – they’re helping to capture carbon in the soil, which means we’re tackling climate change head-on.
WildAsia's YouTube channel shows how Malaysian smallholder farmers are using sustainable land management practices and carbon reduction through nature-based and low-tech solutions as a pathway to net-zero palm oil.
But it doesn’t stop there. The BIO Plus program kicks things up a notch by focusing on conservation, like protecting water resources and preserving natural habitats around palm oil plantations. This makes the entire ecosystem more resilient and ready to face the challenges of climate change.
And here’s something cool – we’re bringing this transformation to life with a video on our website. You’ll get to see the stark difference between a conventional palm oil farm and a BIO Plus farm. Watch as the video takes you through the lush, diverse flora and fauna that thrive on a BIO Plus farm, compared to the more barren landscape of conventional farms. What you won’t see, but will be amazed to know, is that the BIO Plus farm is actually 1-3 degrees cooler – a direct result of healthier ecosystems. And imagine the smell of a real forest, something you’d only experience on a BIO Plus farm. It’s beauty you can feel, even if you can’t see it all on screen.
By investing in these programs, we’re helping to shake up the palm oil industry in a way that’s not just good for the environment, but also for the communities who grow these crucial ingredients. Think healthier soils, stronger crops, and farmers who are thriving both economically and sustainably. Plus, we’re making a serious impact on global climate goals by supporting practices that lock away carbon and protect our planet’s vital ecosystems.
Palm oil derivatives are a big deal in the beauty world, playing a key role in many of our products. That’s why it’s so important for us to back organizations like WildAsia that are transforming the industry for the better. Supporting sustainable palm oil isn’t just about protecting the environment – it’s about ensuring that the people behind these ingredients are empowered and thriving too.
We’re proud to partner with WildAsia on this mission, helping to create a more sustainable and ethical beauty industry. Because at cosnova, beauty is about making a difference that truly matters.
WWF x cosnova: Unganisha
cosnova extends WWF Partnership
Since 2021, we’ve been supporting WWF Germany. Now we’ve extended our sponsoring-partnership with a fresh new focus: the Unganisha program in East Africa.
