In the first episode of the podcast Les Voix de la RSE, Tiphaine Vidal, founder of Lost In Transition and La Classe Verte , speaks with Julien Rochais, founder of Costomise , to explore the challenges of corporate social responsibility (CSR) in the cosmetics sector.
Julien shares his vision and experience, offering us a captivating dive into the world of natural and responsible cosmetics.
Podcast The Voices of CSR: Giving a voice to committed micro and small businesses
“ The Voices of CSR ” is a podcast hosted by Tiphaine Vidal that highlights the often overlooked CSR (Corporate Social Responsibility) actions of very small and small businesses.
Far from large companies and their big budgets, local players are making concrete commitments to the environment, well-being at work and the development of their territory.
The podcast gives a voice to these companies, often overlooked by the media, to share their inspiring initiatives and solutions to the challenges of the ecological and social transition.
On the menu for these episodes:
– Motivations for engaging in CSR
– Obstacles encountered daily
– Best practices and solutions implemented
– Testimonials from entrepreneurs from all backgrounds
"The Voices of CSR" is aimed at:
– Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) seeking inspiration and concrete examples
– stakeholders in sustainable development and the social and solidarity economy
– all those interested in the positive impact of businesses on society
This podcast is a valuable resource for discovering inspiring and replicable CSR initiatives on your own scale!
Costomise : An Adventure Towards Naturalness
At the beginning of this Podcast, Julien Rochais starts by introducing Costomise , a company dedicated to supporting cosmetic brands , whether nascent or established, in the creation and marketing of natural cosmetic products.
With a team of four people based in Marans, near La Rochelle, Costomise makes it a point of honour to promote naturalness and eco-responsibility in every aspect of its formulations.
A deep commitment to sustainability
The commitment to natural cosmetics stems from twenty years of experience in a large cosmetics group. At Costomise , each project is approached with in-depth consideration of the origin of ingredients, the impact of packaging, and adaptation to clients' values .
The company also uses upcycled ingredients , giving a second life to raw materials and thus limiting waste.
Meeting the growing expectations of consumers
This interview also addresses the expectations of French consumers regarding cosmetic products.
Quality, price, health impact and respect for the environment are among the most important purchasing criteria.
We can note a awareness of these issues, highlighting the importance of continuing to raise public awareness.
Challenges and innovations in packaging
Packaging remains a major challenge for the cosmetics industry.
Conducting a life cycle analysis to compare the environmental impact between products is becoming a real issue.
Although there is still no perfect solution, innovation continues in this area, with initiatives such as the reuse or refilling of packaging.
CSR at the heart of Costomise
Costomise not only supports its clients towards more sustainable practices , but also applies these principles internally.
The company has implemented a comprehensive CSR action plan, with environmental commitments such as reducing its carbon footprint and responsible waste management.
The team regularly monitors performance indicators to ensure continuous improvement.
An inspirational message for all businesses
Julien concludes with an inspiring message for companies wishing to embark on the path of CSR.
Don't wait to be perfect and don't wait to be a big company.
“Commit yourself, move forward step by step and then measure your progress while remaining transparent because, of course, it will motivate you even more to see that you are progressing every day.”
To find out how Costomise reinventing the cosmetics of tomorrow and exploring new paths towards sustainability, listen to this episode and don't miss this opportunity to learn more about CSR practices and how even small businesses can have a significant impact.