Here We Flo takes to the streets
After kicking off its ‘No More Period Dramas’ campaign earlier this year Here We Flo has expanded it in a bid to de-stigmatize periods.
Eli Health advances hormone monitoring tech with $3.6M investment
Canadian healthtech company Eli Health has raised $3.6MN to take its hormone analysis system through clinical and regulatory approvals.
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Immediate Media Co has partnered with Liz Earle Beauty to position the brand as ‘credible skincare that aims to be kind to the environment’.
Government achieves ‘pitifully low’ uptake of Healthy Start scheme
New data published by the Government shows it is falling short of NHS targets for the Healthy Start initiative.
UpCircle enhances beauty collection with innovative duo
UpCircle has expanded its natural hair and skincare portfolio with a new Cleansing Face Milk and Shampoo Crème.
Fungtn and Balance in mushroom coffee collaboration
Alcohol-free craft beer brand Fungtn has partnered with Balance Coffee to launch a Lions Mane Mushroom Coffee for home brewing.
Carrefour first to receive French anti-food waste label
Supermarket chain Carrefour has become the first in France to be granted the French Government’s national ‘anti-food waste’ label.
FATSO creates bar fit for a king
Dark chocolate brand FATSO has created its fourth variant – Mint, Pistachio & Cocoa Nibs – ahead of The King’s Coronation in May.
Luna Daily closes £3MN investment round, launches into Sephora
Female-founded brand Luna Daily has closed a £3 million seed round and achieved a listing in Sephora, online and in-store.
TV ‘extra’ Glossop Wholefoods up for sale
Glossop Wholefoods, which will appear in a new ITV crime drama, After the Flood, due to be aired next year, has been put on the market.
News in brief
Luxury zero waste skincare brand SBTRCT has announced that its planet-first solid skincare range has launched into Sephora and Bath & Unwind.
Planet Organic takes legal action to protect position
It's been a busy news week for Planet Organic, culminating in the revelation that it's filed a notice of intention to appoint administrators.
‘Green Day’ disappointment for Soil Association
Government's ‘Green Day’ plans delivered ‘disappointing’ lack of action on decarbonizing the farming sector, says the Soil Association.
Europeans send ‘clear signal’ for 0% VAT on climate-friendly foods
A new poll found that most people in France, Germany and the Netherlands want 0% VAT on climate-friendly foods and a higher price on meat.
Weleda honoured with Prix d’Excellence de la Beauté 2023
Weleda has been awarded the British Award for Sustainability 2023 in the Marie Claire Prix d’Excellence de la Beauté annual awards.
Grape Tree opens its doors in Douglas
UK health food chain Grape Tree has announced the launch of a new store in Douglas, the waterfront capital of the Isle of Man.
Defra makes the case for reusable nappies
An updated Life Cycle Assessment by Defra has this week concluded that reusable nappies produce 25% less CO2 than single-use equivalents.
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Osavi is launching a new range of high quality, marine fish oil supplements specifically made for adults.
‘Endo’ awareness hits the High Street
A partnership between H&B and The Endometriosis Foundation sees the launch of the #EndoStories campaign to drive awareness of endometriosis.