Podcast 223: The factory leading the way in sustainable production

Have you ever wondered where your favorite beauty products are made?

We spend a lot of time worrying about where our ingredients come from, but we never discuss the manufacturing facilities where the cosmetics are made.

What are these buildings like? Are they created with eco-design principles in mind? How do they handle waste or water management?

These conversations happen behind the scenes in the beauty industry, but they certainly aren’t out in the open.

That’s why, in our latest episode of the Green Beauty Conversations podcast, we dive into the world of sustainable cosmetics production in the beauty industry. Podcast host and Formula Botanica CEO Lorraine Dallmeier welcomes Nishit Dedhia, co-founder of KAIN Cosmeceuticals and Formula Botanica alumnus.

In this insightful interview, you’ll learn how KAIN Cosmeceuticals is leading the way in creating eco-friendly beauty products with its state-of-the-art green manufacturing facility in Mumbai, India.

This episode is essential listening for anyone interested in the future of beauty and sustainability. Nishit provides an in-depth look at what makes KAIN a leader in the beauty industry.

“No one looks at the facility where the cosmetics are produced. You can have green ingredients, but if your manufacturing facility is not green, then it’s hard to call your cosmetics sustainable.”

— Nishit Dedhia, KAIN Cosmeceuticals

IN THIS EPISODE WITH NISHIT DEDHIA YOU WILL HEAR:

• Introduction to sustainable production: Nishit Dedhia provides an overview of KAIN Cosmeceuticals and discusses the broader challenges and opportunities in achieving sustainable cosmetics production in the beauty industry.
• Industry Gaps and Solutions: We explore the significant discrepancies between cosmetic and pharmaceutical manufacturing standards and how these gaps can be addressed to improve product quality and sustainability. Nishit shares how his background in pharmaceutical manufacturing influenced the high standards set at KAIN’s facilities.
• Environmentally friendly facility design: Explore the principles of environmentally friendly facility design, including the importance of energy efficiency, waste reduction, and resource management in manufacturing facilities. We look at how KAIN operates its 140,000 square foot facility.
• Water Management Practices: Nishit shares insights into the critical role of water management in sustainable cosmetics production, including techniques for water conservation and recycling that can be applied across the industry.
• Waste reduction strategies: Learn about effective waste management strategies that can help reduce the environmental impact of manufacturing facilities, from recycling initiatives to composting and more.
• Employee involvement in sustainability: Discuss the importance of cultivating a culture of sustainability in manufacturing teams and how employee involvement can drive meaningful change.

KEY PARTICIPATIONS INCLUDE:

• The need for sustainable production practices: The beauty industry must adopt comprehensive sustainable practices, including zero wastewater discharge, rainwater harvesting and the use of environmentally friendly building materials, to minimize environmental impact.
• Global standards and certifications: Adherence to international standards such as those set by the Indian Green Building Council and LEED is crucial to ensure that manufacturing practices are environmentally responsible and sustainable.
• The role of water conservation in sustainability: Efficient water management, including the use of rainwater harvesting systems and sustainable groundwater practices, is essential to reducing the environmental footprint of production facilities.
• Waste management and reduction: Implementing strong waste management systems, including recycling and composting, is critical to minimizing waste generated by production processes and achieving long-term sustainability goals.
• The importance of employee participation: Engaging employees in sustainability initiatives and fostering a culture of environmental responsibility can greatly enhance the effectiveness of sustainable practices in manufacturing facilities.
• Future directions for the industry: The future of sustainable cosmetic production in beauty lies in the industry’s ability to incorporate high-quality, environmentally friendly practices at every level, from production to global distribution. This includes supporting brands with innovative, sustainable solutions and setting new standards for environmental responsibility.

Stay tuned to learn more about how KAIN Cosmeceuticals is setting new benchmarks in the beauty industry by combining sustainability with cutting-edge manufacturing practices.

MEET OUR GUEST: NISHIT DEDHIA

Nishit Dedhia is the founder and managing director of KAIN Cosmeceuticals Private Limited, a new age green contract manufacturer based in Mumbai, India, and an alumnus of Formula Botanica. KAIN is one of India’s largest contract manufacturers with facilities spanning 140,000 square feet and over 20 production lines ranging from soap to skin care, hair care and makeup.

KAIN is also changing the way manufacturing is viewed as part of the sustainable supply chain by being the 1st contract manufacturer to operate a LEED and IGBC certified manufacturing plant building that is a zero effluent facility.

KAIN Cosmeceuticals is also an equal opportunity provider with a 51% female workforce across all industries and has its own in-house development team with over 4000 stable formulations.

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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.