Carbon Literacy: Making informed decisions for a low-carbon future
Sustainability and other challenges in sunscreen manufacturing

Sustainability and other challenges in sunscreen manufacturing

While it may seem like a natural gesture to apply sunscreen when we’re at the beach or pool, the truth is that most of us don’t realise how complex and sometimes intricate the process of manufacturing these products can be. Manufacturers must balance consumer demands for efficacy, safety and sustainability, while meeting regulatory standards and […]

The importance of odour control and air quality in elderly care

The importance of odour control and air quality in elderly care

Elderly care facilities face unique challenges in maintaining a healthy and pleasant environment for residents. One of the critical aspects often overlooked is odour control and air quality. Poor air quality and unpleasant odours can significantly impact the well-being, health, and overall quality of life of elderly residents. This article delves into the importance of […]

Is the use of enzymatic detergents in the food industry an alternative?

Is the use of enzymatic detergents in the food industry an alternative?

Innovation and the development of new hygiene products for the food industry provide new solutions for cleaning and disinfection, thus improving the safety, efficiency and sustainability of these processes. Innovation in the field of detergency and disinfection explores the applicability and performance of new technologies such as enzymes, proteins that act as biocatalysts (accelerate chemical […]

One health – To be part of a greater whole

One health – To be part of a greater whole

One Health is defined by the World Health Organisation as an integrated, unifying approach that aims to sustainably balance and optimise the health of people, domestic and wild animals, plants and the wider environment (including ecosystems). It recognises that our human health cannot be separated from all other living things on Earth, which are intimately […]

Solid cosmetics: Beauty in a bar

Solid cosmetics: Beauty in a bar

Sustainability has become a driving force in consumer behaviour in this century. At least 65% of consumers want to make the right consumption choices to live healthier and more sustainable lives. While there is no consensus on a single definition of sustainable consumption, we can think of it in terms of several dimensions: environmental sustainability, […]

World Immunization Week: How vaccines shape our world

World Immunization Week: How vaccines shape our world

Every year, World Immunization Week takes place in the last week of April. This is no coincidence. It coincides with the anniversary of the founding of the World Health Organization (WHO) on April 7, 1948. The aim of the week is to highlight collective action to protect people against vaccine-preventable diseases. Vaccination helps protect children, […]

Do you really know how important hand hygiene is?

Do you really know how important hand hygiene is?

Hand hygiene is more than a preference or a luxury; it is a basic individual action that is essential for everyone, including healthcare workers, patients, and their families, in every healthcare interaction. When done correctly and consistently, hand hygiene has the potential to save millions of lives every year. Despite its simplicity, its widespread adoption […]

Innovative Advances in Cleaning Validation & Detergency in Cosmetics Manufacturing

Innovative Advances in Cleaning Validation & Detergency in Cosmetics Manufacturing

The need for rigorous cleaning validation and detergency in cosmetics manufacture has never been greater as the industry continues to evolve at a rapid pace. In this dynamic landscape, the consequences of not having the right procedures in place can be profound, leading to compromised product quality, regulatory non-compliance and reputational damage. Join Christeyns Life […]

The cosmetics industry is going green(er)

The cosmetics industry is going green(er)

Over the past decade, the cosmetics industry has undergone a remarkable transformation, moving away from synthetic and animal-derived products to meet the growing demand for natural, plant-based materials. Sustainability concerns have taken centre stage, leading to increased interest in sustainable sourcing, responsible supply chain practices and recyclable packaging. This consumer-driven movement has prompted the personal […]

World Health Day: Celebrating Our Right to Health!

World Health Day: Celebrating Our Right to Health!

Every year on 7 April we celebrate World Health Day! This day marks the founding of the World Health Organisation (WHO) in 1948, a UN agency dedicated to ensuring global health. The core message of World Health Day is simple: give people access to health care without the prospect of financial hardship. Countries that prioritise […]

Sustainable hygiene is much more than saving water

Sustainable hygiene is much more than saving water

Water is essential for life, the environment and the economy, and as such it is a common good that must not only be accessible and affordable for all, but more importantly, respected and protected. Due to climate change, water scarcity is increasing worldwide and also in Europe, where water stress affects about 20% of the […]

Maximising efficiency: Improving Clean-in-Place (CIP) processes in cosmetics manufacturing

Maximising efficiency: Improving Clean-in-Place (CIP) processes in cosmetics manufacturing

Making the most efficient use of resources is essential for any business to optimise its overall operations. In the cosmetics industry, one of the key challenges is the significant consumption of water, time and energy throughout the manufacturing process. Cleaning in Place (CIP) is an essential operation that uses water, cleaning chemicals and heat to […]