All Hail The Body Shop
The Body Shop is the second largest cosmetics company in the world, so I think it is fair to assume that I am not the only one who chooses to shop there for my ‘nature inspired products!’
Dame Anita Roddick (or as I like to refer to her, Britain’s own ‘Mother Nature’) was a Human Rights Activist and founder of The Body Shop back in 1976. And now, 34 years later, this British brand STILL stands strong, it STILL reflects a great stance for Social responsibily and is STILL giving Power to the People.
The Body Shop has been and continues to be involved in numerous activities behind the scenes, which all portray both these outstanding ideals;
- Their products support Fair trade and unlike most cosmetic companies, they are AGAINST animal testing.
- They help fund petitions for Human Rights, Moral issues and Enviornmental protection.
- They are involved with Greenpeace, UNICEF and Amnesty International.
- They have attempted to increase awareness of Domestic violence, Violence against children, HIV and Aids.
- Their stores use Green electricity and Ecotricity.
- They part-funded the launch of’ ‘The Big Issue‘ for the homeless.
- They are working toward protecting tropical rainforests and the working conditions of workers abroad.
All that aside, The Body Shop on the frontline offers a variety of goods to its loyal customers. Varying from products for the body, face, hair and home, all available in shops or online, for women AND men.
The Body Shop is a great example of a successful story in terms of British brands and should be the benchmark for many more yet to come.
All Hail The Body Shop.