How ethical is Bodyform?
Bodyform is a brand of period products which has a below-benchmark score on The GOOD Shopping Guide’s Ethical Period Products Ratings Table. Although Bodyform has not yet met our ethical benchmark, we hope to see the brand make progress in the future.
We would have extra confidence in Bodyform if it applied for Ethical Accreditation, whereby The GOOD Shopping Guide would make further detailed assessment and recommendations for improvement. Find out more about the issues facing the Ethical Period Products sector.
What does Bodyform do?
Bodyform is a brand of period products which is owned by Essity, and is known by different names such as Libresse, Nuvenia and Saba in different parts of the world.
In which areas does Bodyform perform poorly?
Bodyform’s products lack any Vegetarian or vegan, or Organic certification so a bottom score is given for these criteria. Bodyform is given a bottom rating for Genetic Modification as Essity permits GMOs in its products, and their use is heavily implied in Bodyform’s FAQs.
Bodyform also gets a bottom rating for Animal Welfare as Essity confirms that animal testing is used when required by law. Find out more about how we rate by exploring our ethical criteria.
In which areas does Bodyform score well for its ethics?
Bodyform gets a top rating for its Environmental Report, as Essity’s recent Annual Report contains a Net Zero goal as well as other targets for improving the company’s sustainability record.
We found no criticisms of Bodyform relating to Genetic Modification, Fossil Fuels, Animal Welfare, Armaments, or Political Donations, therefore the brand scores well for these criteria. Find out more about how we rate.
How can Bodyform improve its ethical rating?
The below-benchmark score that Bodyform is awarded with on The GOOD Shopping Guide’s Ethical Period Products Ratings Table is the result of an evaluation of multiple ethical criteria.
To reach our minimum ethical benchmark and qualify for Ethical Accreditation, Bodyform has some issues to resolve. If it applies for Ethical Accreditation, The GOOD Shopping Guide will be able to give Bodyform some guidance to improve on these areas.
Were you aware that your brand could benefit from Ethical Accreditation? Brands accredited by The GOOD Shopping Guide can display our Ethical Mark, showcasing to consumers that it is an ethical and sustainable brand. If you’re interested in learning more, please contact us or complete a Free Initial Assessment form.
Ethical performance in category
GSG score:
GSG category benchmark:
Ethical Rating
Environment
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Environmental Report
Good
-
Genetic Modification
Poor
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Organic
Poor
-
Fossil Fuels
Good
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Packaging
Poor
Animal
-
Animal Welfare
Poor
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Vegetarian/Vegan Verified
Poor
People
-
Armaments
Good
-
Irresponsible Marketing
Poor
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Political Donations
Good
Other
-
Ethical Accreditation
Poor
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Public Record Criticisms
Poor
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