Many of our ingredients come directly from our certified organic farm at Verdura Resort in Sicily, where we plant thousands of new plants each year and use rainwater harvesting and solar panels to reduce our environmental impact. When ingredients can't be sourced from our farm, we partner with local suppliers. For example, our Pistachio Oil is sourced from a farm just 20 minutes away, and the Di Giovanna vineyard, 40 minutes from our farm, provides the fresh, fruity Gerbino Blanco white wine used in our products. Our water comes from Geraci, located in the Madonie Natural Park in northern Sicily, renowned for its purity as it flows directly from deep limestone rock. Additionally, we work with trusted farmers in the Trentino region, ensuring all our ingredients are organic, vegan, and not over-farmed or treated with harmful pesticides.
We believe in using only what’s necessary and avoiding harmful ingredients like mineral oil and plastic microbeads. Our products are plant-based and certified by VeganOK, with upcycled ingredients integrated into our formulations to minimize waste. For instance, our Upcycled Olive Seed Oil, sourced from a northern Italian supplier, uses every part of the olive, including the usually discarded pit, to provide essential amino acids and antioxidant-rich polyphenols like Nuzhenide. Other upcycled ingredients include Wheat Bran from the Po River Valley and Red Grape Skin from Emilia-Romagna, both known for their antioxidant properties.
To tackle the cosmetic industry's single-use plastic problem, we use sustainable packaging wherever possible. Our boxes are made from 100% recycled paper and vegetable-based inks, while our glass bottles and jars contain up to 31% post-industrial recycled material and are fully recyclable. We also craft our spatulas from sustainable Italian olive wood.As a part of our commitment to sustainability, many of our products are refillable, featuring a bio-based plastic inner component that can be replaced. We’ve partnered with First Mile to recycle these components, converting them into plastic pellets for use in car parts and pipes. For non-refillable products, our glass bottles, jars, lids, and pumps can be recycled through our First Mile program. This system allows us to minimize waste, keep materials in use, and provide a convenient, cost-free recycling solution for our customers. Learn more here.