This industry is in the business of celebrating beauty, but its environmental impact tells a different story. An estimated 120 billion units of packaging are produced annually by the beauty sector, much of it non-recyclable. This plastic tidal wave is overwhelming our planet: Marine life suffers as oceans fill with debris; landfills overflow; and harmful microplastics seep into our food chain and our bloodstream. It's time for radical change. We believe that true beauty should make the world more beautiful, not less. A sustainable beauty industry is no longer optional—it's imperative.

Carbon refers to carbon dioxide or CO2, a greenhouse gas, which is emitted into the atmosphere via company operations, production of goods, transportation, and more. This gas blankets the Earth, trapping the sun’s heat, creating a “greenhouse” effect that causes global climate temperatures to increase.

Carbon offsetting refers to the process of compensating for CO2 emissions by funding projects that reduce or remove carbon from the atmosphere, also known as “carbon sequestration projects.” Saie has offset all of its CO2 emissions since 2019 by funding carbon sequestration projects such as the Manantiales Behr Wind Farm and Agrocortex REDD+ Amazon forest conservation.

Net Zero refers to the process of reducing and offsetting CO2 emissions to a net zero by both direct and indirect sources via calculating our carbon footprint, setting reduction targets, reducing emissions, offsetting remaining emissions, and continuous monitoring and reporting.

This date reflects both our ambition and commitment to lasting, truly sustainable change. We cannot cut corners: our 2039 target allows for a timeline of meeting measurable goals that allow for long-term impact. In line with the Paris Agreement, most organizations aim to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050—our 2039 target pushes us to go further, leading by example to show that the beauty industry can be at the forefront of environmental stewardship. It's an ongoing journey, and we're committed to every step.

rePurpose Global is the world’s leading Plastic Action Platform, bringing together brands, consumers, innovators, and policymakers to collectively combat the plastic waste crisis.

Since 2019, Saie has partnered with rePurpose to achieve plastic negative certification by collecting 2x the amount of plastic generated in our production process. 

rePurpose’s mission aligns with Saie's commitment to creating positive change for our communities and our shared planet by combating the global plastic waste crisis through the recovery and repurposing of plastic in communities most affected by landfills. Simultaneously, rePurpose empowers women in these vulnerable communities by providing dignified jobs, housing, and tools for a better life.