Podcast 187: A plastic-free future of beauty with Sulapac

In this episode, we delve into a topic that is not only at the heart of the green beauty industry, but one that we bring up in our conversations time and time again on this podcast – sustainability and tackling plastic waste.

When we come across innovative answers and practical solutions to help reduce plastic waste in the beauty industry that are also accessible by small, indie beauty businesses, we want to explore them and spread the word about how they deliver on their promise.

Podcast host and CEO of Formula Botanica, Lorraine Dallmeier, is joined by Dr Suvi Haimi, CEO and co-founder of Sulapacan innovative company based in Finland on a mission to replace conventional plastic with sustainable alternatives.

We are proud to say that some of our graduate founders and beauty brands are already using Sulapac packaging and contributing to a plastic-free future in the beauty industry. If you want to follow their lead, we encourage you to listen to our interview with Suvi as we explore the innovative ways Sulapac is fighting plastic waste and contributing to a greener planet.

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In this episode with Sulapac’s Suvi Haimi, you’ll hear:

• How Sulapac develops materials that offer the benefits of plastic without its environmental drawbacks, particularly microplastic pollution.
• The alarming statistics of plastic production and its effects on health and ecosystems. Sulapac dispels the myth that plastic recycling is a sustainable solution to plastic waste.
• About Sulapac’s range of products, including biodegradable and reusable materials, beyond cosmetic packaging.
• Insights into Sulapac’s collaboration with major brands such as Chanel and Shiseido and their work with smaller, independent brands.
• On the challenges and opportunities in a changing industry and consumer perceptions of sustainable packaging.
• Suvi’s vision for Sulapac’s future in contributing to environmental sustainability.

Packed essentials include:

• Sulapac’s mission and approach to fighting the global plastic waste crisis.
• The need for systemic change in the plastics industry and waste management.
• Sulapac’s innovative approach to using post-consumer and post-industrial waste to create biodegradable polymers.
• The importance of educating brands and consumers about sustainable alternative packaging.
• Sulapac’s efforts to facilitate closed-loop recycling systems and its impact on reducing plastic waste.

Meet our guest – Suvi Haimi, CEO and Co-Founder of Sulapac

Suvi Haimi, with her unique expertise and passion for sustainable solutions, has led Sulapac to become a pioneer in the fight against plastic pollution. With a background in biochemistry and pharmaceutical sciences, Suvi combines scientific knowledge with a deep commitment to environmental stewardship. Under her leadership, Sulapac has been recognized worldwide for its innovative and environmentally friendly packaging solutions.

Links to learn more about Suvi Haimi and Sulapac:

Sulapac website
Suvi Haimi on LinkedIn
Sulapac on Instagram

If you enjoyed this episode about sustainable packaging and alternatives to plastic in beauty, please check back in the podcast archives. Go listen to these related episodes and topics:

Episode 143: The brand has been creating mascara tubes for 2,500 years.
Episode 117: Should Beauty Be Plastic Free?
Episode 118: Plastic is not the enemy – we are.
Episode 115: The microplastics hiding in your cosmetics.
Episode 112: The Dirty Business of Wasted Beauty.
Episode 93: Innovative Mushroom and Seed Beauty Pack.

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Lorraine Dallmeier is a biologist, certified environmentalist, and CEO of Formula Botanica, the award-winning online organic cosmetics school. Read more about Lorraine and the Formula Botanica team.