Like all sectors, that of beauty is no exception to the ecological transition. THE Beauty Institutes are increasingly encouraged to adopt environmentally friendly practices, both by ethical conscience and under the leadership of a clientele attentive to these questions. Aware of this major issue, the CNAIB-SPA is actively committed to supporting aesthetics professionals towards a more sustainable and responsible model.
Chemicals, disposable consumables, water and energy consumption, plastic packaging ... A beauty institute inevitably generates an environmental impact. There ecological transition aims to rethink these practices to make them more sustainable. Concretely, this can go through many daily changes: use organic or eco-cerified cosmetic products, reduce waste (by opting for washable wipes instead of disposable cotton, for example), sorting and recycling systematically, saving water and electricity (install less energy-consuming equipment, extinguish the devices in standby), or choose local suppliers to reduce the carbon footprint. Beyond the environmental aspect, this approach is often part of a global CSR (Social Responsibility of Companies), which also takes into account the well-being of employees and the social impact of the company.
For a beauty institute, engaging in the ecological transition has many advantages. On the one hand, this meets the expectations of a clientele increasingly sensitive to ethical and ecological values: a “green” institute will have a strong differentiation argument and will be able to retain customers anxious to consume in a responsible manner. On the other hand, adopting sustainable practices can allow savings in the medium term (reduction of waste, optimization of resources) and strengthen the brand image of the establishment. It is therefore a real investment for the future, both economically and a reputational point of view.
Aware that the ecological transition may seem complex to implement for small structures, the CNAIB-SPA has taken the role of scout and guide for beauty institutes. She thus contributed to the development of a Sector guide for ecological transition Specifically adapted to beauty and spas institutes. This practical guide, produced in collaboration with the public authorities, brings together concrete advice, good practices and solutions adapted to the reality of the field (choice of products, waste management, energy savings, etc.). He even obtained the recognition of the Ministry of Ecological Transition through the “France Green Nation” label, a guarantee of its quality and its usefulness for the profession. By providing it with all professionals (members or not), the CNAIB-SPA shows its will toopen the way to sustainable development to the entire sector.
Beyond the guide, the CNAIB-SPA offers real support. She set up a Sustainable development label/CSR intended for beauty institutes that are embarking on this path. This label makes it possible to enhance exemplary establishments in terms of eco-responsible practices. Since its launch, hundreds of estheticians and institute managers have been trained in the principles of sustainable development, and many beauty institutes throughout France have obtained this label, thus proudly displaying their ecological commitment. The Confederation also organizes workshops, training and experience feedback to concretely help professionals take the step of the green transition. For example, it can advise the choice of more economical equipment, inform about environmental regulations to be respected, or connect professionals with ethical suppliers.
Thanks to the action of the CNAIB-SPA, the ecological transition of beauty institutes is underway. Of course, each establishment will advance at their own pace in this transformation, but everyone can count on the support of their professional organization so as not to advance alone. The stakes are high: it is both to preserve our planet and to develop the beauty sector to a more virtuous and resilient model.
By gradually integrating sustainable development into their functioning, beauty institutes strengthen confidence with their customers and participate in an overall movement that redoks the image of the profession. Accompanied by the CNAIB-SPA, aesthetics professionals can thus combine beauty and respect for the environment. This alliance of aesthetic know-how and ecological conscience draws the future of the sector: a future where well-being rhymes with sustainable, for the benefit of all.
