The brand SPRiNG reinforces its environmental commitment by collaborating with the collective «Les Imperturbables» to limit exposure to endocrine disruptors in cosmetic products. Find out how the industry is adapting.
Endocrine disruptors (EDs) are at the heart of current health and environmental concerns. They are accused of causing health problems such as hormone-dependent cancers and metabolic disorders. Against this backdrop, SPRiNG, a pioneering French hygiene and beauty brand, has joined forces with the «Les Imperturbables» collective. This group, involving Laboratoires SVR, Rouge Français, Salveco and a scientific committee, aims to reduce consumer exposure to these substances. «Clean» and «clean beauty» become watchwords for new formulations, eliminating controversial ingredients in favor of healthy products.
An evolving regulatory framework
Reinforcing European measures, France will ban the use of certain eternal pollutants such as PFAS in cosmetics from January 2026. Laure Favre, co-founder of SPRiNG, welcomes these advances, but points to regulatory inconsistencies. She points, for example, to the ban on CMR substances in formulations, but not in fragrances. The road to effective regulation remains complex.
Education and transparency: the keys to trust
Transparency is becoming essential for consumers, who are often at a loss when faced with complex chemical ingredients. A survey conducted by SPRiNG highlights that 59 % of customers place safety as a purchasing priority. However, despite the demand for «natural» products, not all natural ingredients are risk-free, as some essential oils can influence the endocrine system. The industry must therefore navigate between safety requirements and sensory expectations, as shown by the reluctance of 40 % of consumers to go without foam.
For SPRiNG, being a pioneer in the fight against controversial materials is not enough. The brand is committed to developing a complete range based on the precautionary principle, guaranteeing that every component is checked for its harmlessness. The «Les Imperturbables» collective aims to reinforce PE education, supporting trainers in their quest for safer formulations.
