PROTECT + CLARIFY

Clémence Organics has recently relaunched its Protect + Clarify Daily Face Lotion, an anti-ageing moisturiser that calms, hydrates and protects with a SPF15, which is perfect for the cooler months. The moisturiser is Clémence Organics’ first sunprotective moisturiser thanks to the inclusion of zinc oxide, which creates an invisible barrier against harsh UV rays. The added protective effects of carotenoid-rich karanga seed oil and microalgal elements also create multi-level sun protection that repairs and nourishes the skin. This product was previously packaged in a white glass bottle: however, director, naturopath and founder, Bridget Carmady had concerns that these bottles weren’t always being recycled as not all councils accept white glass for recycling. “We were also purchasing these bottles from China as we couldn’t find anyone to make them locally. We had also received feedback from customers that they had trouble getting all of the beautiful product out from the bottom of the bottle, and so we needed a container that would assist this.”

After extensive research, they settled on a tube that is made from recycled plastic, easily recycled and made locally at a solar-powered factory. “People get so funny about plastic and just see the negatives,” says Carmady. “However, if they obtain a greater understanding of where their other packaging comes from (and how easily recycled it is), they might just see that plastic isn’t always bad.”