In this edition, we explore the dynamic world of sustainable beauty with a true expert, Thomas Kerfoot, who is co-founder of O&3, The Oil Family. Thomas brings over 17 years of passionate experience to the debate. Being a self-proclaimed “oil nerd” sets the stage for an enlightening journey into the fascinating realm of natural oil ingredients.
O&3 is not your typical cosmetic ingredient manufacturer or supplier. It is a pioneering force, not only distributing but innovating by bringing unique ingredients from remote corners of the world to customers worldwide. Additionally, the company is committed to recycling and zero waste and understanding the profound impact natural ingredients have on the ever-evolving beauty industry.
Join Formula Botanica CEO and podcast host Lorraine Dallmeier in conversation with Thomas for an episode that reveals the secrets of sustainable beauty practices and offers a deep dive into the importance of conscious sourcing. Whether you’re a beauty enthusiast or an industry professional, get ready for an engaging dialogue that goes beyond the surface, exploring the intersection of sustainability and natural beauty innovation.
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Inspirational Quote:
“Sustainability in beauty is not just a choice. is a commitment to a harmonious relationship with nature, an exploration of diverse botanical wonders and a celebration of the transformative power within every drop of natural oil.” – Thomas Kerfoot, Co-Founder of O&3, The Oil Family.
In this episode with Thomas Kerfoot, co-founder of O&3, you’ll hear:
- O&3 shipping information to provide natural oil ingredients sourced from remote sources around the world and how they ensure the highest quality for their customers.
- Thomas’ passion for recycling and zero wasterevealing the process behind O&3’s cold pressed lubricants and their commitment to supply chain transparency.
- The upcoming launch of Inky Ingredientsa platform designed to empower small manufacturers and consumers with easy access to high-quality ingredients in customizable quantities.
- The challenges and opportunities in the beauty industry’s shift towards sustainabilityas Thomas shares his perspectives on the future of cosmetic ingredient recycling.
Packed essentials include:
- The importance of O&3’s unique position as a suppliernot only to global brands but also to indie beauty startups, demonstrating their commitment to inclusion in the natural ingredients space.
- Thomas’s journey from growing up in a family deeply rooted in the vegetable oil industry to co-founding O&3 with his sisters, creating a legacy as ‘The Oil Family’.
- The emergence of Inky Ingredients as a game changersimplifying the ingredient sourcing process for small-scale manufacturers and encouraging sustainable practices within the beauty community.
- Practical advice for incorporating sustainable beauty practices into your daily routine, empowering you to make conscious choices for a greener, brighter future.
Meet our guest: Thomas Kerfoot
Thomas Kerfoot is the co-founder and commercial director of O&3 – The Oil Family. O&3 is one of the largest suppliers of natural oil ingredients in Europe with operations in the UK, Poland and the USA. The company prides itself on its core focus of natural and organic ingredients, which are not only functional but where possible – friendly to the planet. O&3 has a diverse supply chain around the world that imports from 48 different origins, delivering ingredients from far-flung communities directly to indie start-ups and some of the world’s most recognizable cosmetic brands.Thomas is a self-proclaimed “oiler” – he has lived and breathed oil all his life due to his family heritage in the field of natural ingredients. He firmly believes that consumers have awakened to the powers of natural oils and the good they can do not only in your formulations, but also the planet and communities around the world.
Find out more about O&3:
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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.
