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Natura &Co posts another quarter of constant currency sales growth and adjusted EBITDA improvement in Q2

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Tuesday, August 15, 2023

SÃO PAULO, Aug. 15, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Natura &Co (NYSE – NTCO; B3 – NTCO3) posted another quarter of sales growth in constant currency in the second quarter of 2023, while also continuing to improve its profit margins.

Key Points: 
  • Natura &Co posted Q2 consolidated net revenue of R$ 7.8 billion, up 1.9% at constant currency (-4.1% in BRL), driven by solid constant currency (CC) growth at Natura &Co Latam.
  • Fabio Barbosa, Group CEO of Natura &Co, declared: "Natura & Co's second-quarter performance continued to show the improvement already observed in Q1, with low-single digit top line growth at constant currency and a significant improvement in adjusted EBITDA margin.
  • Natura &Co Latam's net sales were up by 5.8% in constant currency ("CC") and down 1.7% in BRL.
  • CC growth was driven by double-digit growth at the Natura brand (+19.5% at CC and +17.3% in BRL).

Natura &Co posts another quarter of constant currency sales growth and adjusted EBITDA improvement in Q2

Retrieved on: 
Tuesday, August 15, 2023

SÃO PAULO, Aug. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Natura &Co (NYSE – NTCO; B3 – NTCO3) posted another quarter of sales growth in constant currency in the second quarter of 2023, while also continuing to improve its profit margins.

Key Points: 
  • Natura &Co posted Q2 consolidated net revenue of R$ 7.8 billion, up 1.9% at constant currency (-4.1% in BRL), driven by solid constant currency (CC) growth at Natura &Co Latam.
  • Fabio Barbosa, Group CEO of Natura &Co, declared: "Natura & Co's second-quarter performance continued to show the improvement already observed in Q1, with low-single digit top line growth at constant currency and a significant improvement in adjusted EBITDA margin.
  • Natura &Co Latam's net sales were up by 5.8% in constant currency ("CC") and down 1.7% in BRL.
  • CC growth was driven by double-digit growth at the Natura brand (+19.5% at CC and +17.3% in BRL).

Melixir Becomes First Korean Skincare Company to Achieve B-Corporation Certification

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Thursday, July 27, 2023

Melixir's dedication to sustainability, primarily their recycling campaign called "me:cycle," were pivotal in attaining the certification.

Key Points: 
  • Melixir's dedication to sustainability, primarily their recycling campaign called "me:cycle," were pivotal in attaining the certification.
  • Hana Lee, the CEO of Melixir, expressed the company's motivation for pursuing B-Corp certification, stating, "We sought B-Corp certification to officially communicate our company's social values, achieve our corporate social responsibility (CSR) objectives.
  • With its B-Corp certification, Melixir sets a new standard for the skincare industry, emphasizing its commitment to sustainability and social impact.
  • To learn more about Melixir and its range of vegan skincare products, visit www.melixirskincare.com .

The Body Shop US Partners with HeadCount to Increase Voter Access and Registration

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Thursday, July 6, 2023

NEW YORK, July 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Body Shop is proud to announce its partnership with national nonpartisan organization HeadCount to register as many first-time voters as possible and support democracy protection. These bold actions to uphold voting rights are a part of Be Seen. Be Heard, The Body Shop's joint campaign with the UN Secretary-General's Envoy on Youth, which aims to increase young people's participation in public life in more than 75 countries.

Key Points: 
  • Be Heard , The Body Shop's joint campaign with the UN Secretary-General's Envoy on Youth, which aims to increase young people's participation in public life in more than 75 countries.
  • These laws have profound implications for voters, especially young and first-time voters, affecting access to polling stations, transportation, the voter registration process and voter ID laws, among other key determinants for election turnout.
  • Together, The Body Shop and HeadCount will host a number of voter registration events this year too, including an exciting activation in New York City on September 19, 2023 for National Voter Registration Day.
  • To join The Body Shop in its action, visit the brand's campaign website here .

Cynozure Certifies as a B Corporation

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Friday, June 30, 2023

Cynozure, a leading data and analytics company, today announced its certification as a B Corporation (or B Corp), joining a growing group of companies reinventing business by pursuing purpose as well as profit.

Key Points: 
  • Cynozure, a leading data and analytics company, today announced its certification as a B Corporation (or B Corp), joining a growing group of companies reinventing business by pursuing purpose as well as profit.
  • Cynozure has been certified by B Lab, the not-for-profit behind the B Corp movement, as having met rigorous social and environmental standards which represent its commitment to goals outside of shareholder profit.
  • Cynozure is now part of a community of 6,889 businesses globally who have certified as B Corps.
  • Chris Turner, Executive Director of B Lab UK, commented, “We are delighted to welcome Cynozure to the B Corp community.

The Body Shop Opens New Changemaking Flagship at Yorkdale Shopping Centre and Celebrates Historic Animal Right's Win for Canada

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Thursday, June 29, 2023

TORONTO, June 29, 2023 /CNW/ - The Body Shop Canada is proud to open the doors to its newest flagship location at Yorkdale Shopping Centre in Toronto.

Key Points: 
  • TORONTO, June 29, 2023 /CNW/ - The Body Shop Canada is proud to open the doors to its newest flagship location at Yorkdale Shopping Centre in Toronto.
  • "Shoppers come to Yorkdale from across the country, and even around the world, seeking engaging retail experiences," says William Correia, Director, Yorkdale Shopping Centre.
  • "We are thrilled to welcome The Body Shop Canada's flagship store to our vibrant Yorkdale community.
  • "We're really excited about this new The Body Shop store opening for Toronto and for Canada," said Lloyd.

The Body Shop Celebrates the Government of Canada's Ban on Cosmetic Animal Testing

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Tuesday, June 27, 2023

In addition to banning cosmetics animal testing, the amendments in the Bill also prohibit selling cosmetics that rely on new animal testing data to establish the product's safety, and false or misleading labelling pertaining to the testing of cosmetics on animals.

Key Points: 
  • In addition to banning cosmetics animal testing, the amendments in the Bill also prohibit selling cosmetics that rely on new animal testing data to establish the product's safety, and false or misleading labelling pertaining to the testing of cosmetics on animals.
  • Activist beauty retailer The Body Shop, has been fighting for the rights of animals globally since 1989 and in Canada for more than a decade.
  • Cruelty Free International has been in the fight against animal testing with The Body Shop for 34 years.
  • In fact, they helped The Body Shop become the first beauty brand to campaign against this cruel practice globally.

Health Canada Announces the End of Cosmetic Animal Testing in Canada

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Tuesday, June 27, 2023

The Government of Canada is taking action to ban cosmetic animal testing while ensuring the continued protection of human health and safety of all Canadians.

Key Points: 
  • The Government of Canada is taking action to ban cosmetic animal testing while ensuring the continued protection of human health and safety of all Canadians.
  • Beyond cosmetics, Health Canada is working with the international scientific and regulatory community to develop, validate and implement effective alternatives to animal testing.
  • "Industry and animal protection advocates have worked together over the last several years to advance a cosmetics animal testing ban in Canada.
  • "Animal Alliance supporters thank Minister Duclos and Health Canada staff for making the cosmetics animal testing ban a reality.

YuLife Certified as a B Corp™

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Wednesday, May 31, 2023

LONDON, May 31, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- YuLife, the tech-driven financial services company on a mission to inspire life, today announced its certification as a B Corporation™ (B Corp™), joining a growing group of companies reinventing business by pursuing purpose as well as profit. YuLife has been certified by B Lab, the nonprofit behind the B Corp™ movement, as having met rigorous social and environmental standards which represent its commitment to build a more inclusive, equitable and sustainable economy enabling individuals to live happier, healthier lives.

Key Points: 
  • Global InsurTech YuLife joins the ranks of purpose-led businesses and becomes the first Group Risk Insurance Provider to certify as a B Corporation.
  • LONDON, May 31, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- YuLife , the tech-driven financial services company on a mission to inspire life, today announced its certification as a B Corporation™ (B Corp™), joining a growing group of companies reinventing business by pursuing purpose as well as profit.
  • YuLife has been certified by B Lab, the nonprofit behind the B Corp™ movement, as having met rigorous social and environmental standards which represent its commitment to build a more inclusive, equitable and sustainable economy enabling individuals to live happier, healthier lives.
  • YuLife is now part of a community of 6,810 businesses globally who have certified as B Corp™.

YuLife Certified as a B Corp™

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Wednesday, May 31, 2023

LONDON, May 31, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- YuLife, the tech-driven financial services company on a mission to inspire life, today announced its certification as a B Corporation™ (B Corp™), joining a growing group of companies reinventing business by pursuing purpose as well as profit. YuLife has been certified by B Lab, the nonprofit behind the B Corp™ movement, as having met rigorous social and environmental standards which represent its commitment to build a more inclusive, equitable and sustainable economy enabling individuals to live happier, healthier lives.

Key Points: 
  • Global InsurTech YuLife joins the ranks of purpose-led businesses and becomes the first Group Risk Insurance Provider to certify as a B Corporation.
  • LONDON, May 31, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- YuLife , the tech-driven financial services company on a mission to inspire life, today announced its certification as a B Corporation™ (B Corp™), joining a growing group of companies reinventing business by pursuing purpose as well as profit.
  • YuLife has been certified by B Lab, the nonprofit behind the B Corp™ movement, as having met rigorous social and environmental standards which represent its commitment to build a more inclusive, equitable and sustainable economy enabling individuals to live happier, healthier lives.
  • YuLife is now part of a community of 6,810 businesses globally who have certified as B Corp™.