Hawaiian Tropic

How ethical and sustainable is Hawaiian Tropic? 

Hawaiian Tropic is included in The Good Shopping Guide‘s Sun Protection Ethical Ratings Table. Although Hawaiian Tropic has not yet upheld our ethical standards, we are hopeful that it will do so in the future and become an organisation that operates with higher standards.

What does Hawaiian Tropic do?

Hawaiian Tropic began in 1969 by Ron Rice the brand claims to produce skin-loving, Hawaiian-inspired sun care. The brand sells a range of sun protection such as face protection, every day protection, oils, after sun, sunless tan as well as fragrance mists. Read more on the brand’s story here.

Hawaiian Tropic is owned by Edgewell Personal Care Company.

For which criteria does Hawaiian Tropic perform poorly? 

Hawaiian Tropic received a low rating for Animal Welfare and Organic categories. Edgewell’s most recent Animal Testing Policy confirmed that the company does test on animals when required by law and Hawaiian Tropic does not stock any organic products.

Additionally, Hawaiian Tropic receives a middle rating for Public Record Criticisms. This is because Hawaiian Tropic has faced criticism for its unsustainable palm oil usage and contribution to the palm oil problem.

In what areas does Hawaiian Tropic score well for its ethics?

Hawaiian Tropic receives a high score for Environmental Report, as Edgewell’s latest Sustainability Report contains a range of targets, which demonstrates the company’s commitment to improving its environmental record in the future.

Hawaiian Tropic also has products certified by The Vegan Society and therefore receives a top rating in the Vegetarian/Vegan Verified category.

How can Hawaiian Tropic improve its ethical rating?

The Ethical rating of a brand is divided into three categories by The Good Shopping Guide: the Environment, People and Animals. Find out more about how we rate.

To improve its overall GSG score, we recommend that Hawaiian Tropic works on its ratings in the following categories: Organic, Animal Welfare and Public Record Criticisms.

Why not check out The Good Shopping Guide‘s Ethical Accreditation if you work for or with a sun protection company that places ethics high on its priority list? Ethical Accreditation has already benefited brands such as Tropic Skincare and Green People.

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