Beyond the Bottle: Our Commitment to People, Planet & Purity
Our Conscious Commitments
1. A Philosophy of Care: True beauty is a reflection of conscious choices. Our commitment extends from the communities that grow our ingredients to the planet we all share.
2. Three Core Pillars: Every decision is measured against our three pillars: empowering people through fair trade, protecting the planet with sustainable sourcing, and ensuring uncompromising purity for your skin.
3. Championing Circular Beauty: We reduce waste by using innovative upcycled ingredients and through our Scenturie Loop return-and-reward scheme.
At Scenturie, we believe that beautiful skin shouldn’t come at the cost of our beautiful planet. For us, sustainability isn’t a trend; it’s the foundation of everything we do. As a proud New Zealand skincare brand, we are deeply inspired by the pristine landscapes of Aotearoa and feel a profound responsibility to protect them.
Our sustainability policy guides every choice we make—from the field to the formula to the final package. This is our promise to you and to our planet.
Pillar 1: For People — Championing Fair Community Trade
Ethical sourcing is a cornerstone of our brand. We are dedicated to fostering a positive social impact by partnering with suppliers who champion fair trade practices. This means ensuring fair prices, safe working conditions, and investing in initiatives that help communities thrive.
Our Partnerships in Action
Ghanaian Shea Butter: The rich, organic Shea Butter in our Ultra-Rich Natural Night Cream is sourced from a women’s collective in rural Ghana that helps eradicate poverty through fair trade practices, positively impacting over 1000 women and their families.
Moroccan Argan Oil: The organic Argan oil in our Nourishing Natural Day Cream comes from a Moroccan company that actively supports local charities and sustainable development.
Local Fairtrade Coffee: We use locally sourced, Fairtrade coffee beans to create a gentle, effective exfoliant in our popular Men’s Charcoal & Coffee Face Scrub, and our women’s Espresso Facial Scrub.
Pillar 2: For the Planet — Protecting Biodiversity & Embracing Circularity
We recognise our profound responsibility to protect the world’s delicate ecosystems. This commitment guides our choices, from preserving biodiversity and clean formulas to our innovative circular economy initiatives.
Clean Formulas & Protecting Species
Our commitment to the environment extends deep into our formulations.
100% Vegan, Cruelty-Free, & Palm Oil-Free: We create powerful skincare without animal-derived ingredients and are proudly 100% free from unsustainable palm oil, a major driver of deforestation.
Protecting Endangered Botanicals: We meticulously research our ingredients to ensure they come from abundant, renewable sources and are rated “Least Concern” on the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species. For example, we use sustainably grown Virginian Cedarwood as a beautiful alternative to endangered Indian Sandalwood.
The Future of Sustainable Beauty: Championing Upcycled Ingredients
One of the most innovative ways we honour our commitment to the planet is by championing upcycled ingredients. Upcycled ingredients are high-quality, valuable materials that are created from the nutrient-rich byproducts of another production process, which would otherwise be discarded. This is the philosophy of “circular beauty“.
From Wine to Nourishing Oil: Many of our skincare products, including our Rejuvenating Natural Hand Cream, feature upcycled Grape Seed Oil. This is created from the seeds leftover from the production of wine. Instead of letting those antioxidant-rich seeds go to waste, they are cold-pressed to create a beautiful, nourishing oil for your skin. It’s an innovative way to reduce waste and create highly effective, sustainable skincare.
Our commitment to reducing waste is a cornerstone of our brand. For a deep dive into our plastic-free philosophy and how you can join the movement, read our complete guide here.
Reducing Our Footprint: Packaging & Waste
The beauty industry is a significant contributor to global plastic pollution. We are committed to being part of the solution.
- Sustainable Glass Packaging: All our products are housed in reusable and infinitely recyclable amber glass jars with aluminium lids.
- No Unnecessary Boxes: We say no to wasteful external product boxes for our individual products, saving thousands of trees.
- Smart Refill Options: While some of our products require a plastic pump for functionality, we are dedicated to minimising their impact. For your repeat purchases, you can choose a refill option that comes with a recyclable aluminium lid, allowing you to reuse your original pump and reduce your plastic waste.
- The Scenturie Loop: Return, Reuse & Be Rewarded: Join our circular beauty movement! The Scenturie Loop is our unique program that allows you to send back your empty glass jars and bottles. As a thank you for helping us reduce landfill waste in Aotearoa, we’ll reward you with Eco-Points towards your next purchase.
- Eco-Friendly Shipping: All our orders are shipped in compostable courier bags and sealed with paper tape.
Pillar 3: For Your Skin — Uncompromising Purity & Potency
Our commitment to ethical and sustainable sourcing leads us to the most powerful and pure ingredients nature has to offer—from the pristine landscapes of Aotearoa to world-renowned scientific botanicals.
Aotearoa’s Potent Natives: We proudly use sustainably harvested botanicals revered in Rongoā Māori, like ultra-hydrating Harakeke, calming Kawakawa, and purifying Mānuka.
Global Scientific Botanicals: We pair our native heroes with the world’s most effective, clinically-proven botanicals like Bakuchiol (a gentle retinol alternative) and Cacay Seed Oil.
Your Questions on Conscious Skincare, Answered
Q: What is the difference between “natural” and “sustainable”?
A: “Natural” refers to an ingredient’s origin. “Sustainable” refers to its entire lifecycle—how it’s grown and processed in a way that doesn’t harm the environment. We prioritise ingredients that are both.
Q: What are upcycled ingredients?
A: They are high-quality materials created from the nutrient-rich byproducts of another industry, like the grape seeds from wine production. It’s an innovative way to reduce waste.
Q: How do you verify your suppliers are ethical?
A: We partner with suppliers who provide certifications like Fair Trade or who can demonstrate a clear, transparent commitment to community development and fair labour practices.
Beauty You Can Believe In
Every Scenturie product is a testament to this philosophy.
It’s our unwavering promise that what you put on your skin is not only incredibly effective but also consciously and ethically created from start to finish.
It’s skincare that feels good, and that you can feel good about.
