SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT GOALS
SDG 3 GOOD HEALTH AND WELL- BEING
Healthy skin is a long game. Our formulas are created to support barrier strength, hydration, and resilience — not through over-stimulation, but through clinically backed, biocompatible ingredients. We avoid irritants, endocrine disruptors, and sensitizing fillers. Instead, we focus on gentle actives that defend the skin against environmental stressors like pollution, climate shifts, and indoor exposure — common realities for modern skin. We believe that beauty should never come at the expense of well-being, and that emotional health and skin health are deeply connected.
SDG 5 GENDER EQUALITY
INBAR+co. is woman-founded, independently owned, and majority woman-led. Our team spans ages 23 to 65 — a rare expression of intergenerational leadership in the beauty space. This is reflected not only in how we work, but in how we create: our age-positive approach challenges traditional narratives of beauty and aging. We don’t sell reversal or correction — we support skin as it evolves. Our commitment to gender equity goes beyond our internal team, extending to how we choose suppliers, storytellers, and collaborators.
SDG 9: Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure
Our innovation is quiet — but foundational. We’ve replaced plastic with aluminum and paper where others still rely on petrochemicals. We formulate cold to protect active ingredients while reducing energy use. We apply principles of green chemistry — not to avoid “chemicals,” but to work smarter with them. We believe that not all synthetic ingredients are harmful; in fact, they’re often more sustainable and more stable than natural alternatives. Science, when done responsibly, is one of our greatest tools.
SDG 12: Responsible Consumption and Production
Less, but better. Every product is made in small batches to avoid overproduction. Our formulas are minimal by intention — no filler ingredients, no redundant steps, no waste. Damaged but fully effective products are not discarded; they are reintroduced through the INBAR+co. Misfits program, an initiative that gives new life to slightly imperfect items. We design for longevity — of both product and purpose — with the belief that thoughtful consumption begins with thoughtful creation.
SDG 13: Climate Action
We minimize our carbon footprint at every stage. Production is localized to reduce freight emissions. Packaging is plastic-free, lightweight, and recyclable — designed to leave less behind. Formulations are cold-processed to lower energy demand, and our operational model favors digital-first, low-waste systems. No carbon offsetting gimmicks. No inflated claims. Just steady, conscious reduction — every step of the way.
SDG 14: Life Below Water
What goes on your skin often ends up in the water. That’s why our formulations are free from microplastics, rinse-off polymers, and bioaccumulative silicones. We design with aquatic safety in mind, ensuring our products can be safely washed off — without disrupting marine ecosystems. If it can’t biodegrade, it doesn’t belong in our line.
SDG 15: Life on Land
Every ingredient we use is chosen not only for efficacy, but for traceability and ecological responsibility. We avoid sourcing methods linked to deforestation, monoculture farming, or biodiversity loss. Instead, we partner with suppliers who prioritize regeneration, transparency, and fair trade. From packaging fibers to botanical extracts, our commitment is simple: if it harms ecosystems, it’s not part of the formula.
