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Founded in 1995 by six co-founders—Mark and Mo Constantine, Rowena Bird, Helen Ambrosen, Liz Bennett, and Paul Greeves—Lush began as a small cosmetics shop in Poole, Dorset, UK. Since then we have been pioneers in the beauty industry, committed to creating fresh, handmade products that are as kind to the planet as they are to your skin. We pride ourselves on using ethically sourced ingredients and developing cruelty-free, innovative products that challenge the status quo. Our dedication to environmental sustainability and ethical practices is embedded in everything we do. At Lush, we strive to leave the world lusher than we found it. This means actively working to reduce our environmental footprint through packaging-free products and supporting causes that matter. We fight for animal rights, promote fair trade, and push for real, meaningful change in the beauty industry. Our mission is about more than products—it’s about changing the way the world sees beauty. As a 10% employee-owned company, Lush values the contributions of every individual. Our team is the driving force behind our creativity, innovation, and commitment to a better future. By empowering our people and staying true to our mission, we continue to lead the charge for a more ethical, sustainable, and inclusive beauty industry.

Aesop was established in Melbourne in 1987. Our objective has always been to formulate skin, body and hair care products of the finest quality, as well as fragrance and accessories for the self and home. All Aesop products are vegan. We do not test on animals and only use ingredients with a proven record of safety, efficacy and sustainability. We are on a journey to reduce our footprint on the planet that generously sustains us. So far, our progress has led to Aesop becoming a certified B Corp™. Alongside our commercial activities, we explore and support the arts as an avenue through which to inspire, learn and communicate. We are headquartered across two locations—Melbourne and London—with satellite offices and stores in many parts of the world, including New York, Paris, Tokyo and Hong Kong. Aesop has carefully cultivated a work environment in which our employees are constantly challenged to do their best. Our company is determinedly creative, intelligent and progressive, and nurtures these qualities by employing people who share our passionate interest in design, innovation, and incisive enquiry across all fields. Just as the ingredients in our products are carefully selected for their unique characteristics, so too are the individuals who work with us around the world – we value working with those who can bring a wealth of life experience and inspired ideas to our table.

In 1991, our founders Lev Glazman and Alina Roytberg saw the need for beauty that was both effective and indulgent. Following their American dream, they opened a small store in Boston devoted to curating natural products from around the world and engaging a community. The original shopkeepers, they created a brand that touches people’s hearts as well as their skin—and quickly developed a cult following. Today, fresh is a global skincare brand within the LVMH Group, headquartered in New York City. Our collection of skincare, lip care, body care, and fragrances are available in over 25 countries, across our fresh boutiques, specialty and department stores, fresh’s digital channels, and more. We are an organization of curious creators who embrace innovation, optimism, and always keep our customers at the center. With a pioneering spirit, we are empowered to challenge the status quo, and use our authentic voice to do the right thing for our people, our brand, and the environment. In 2000, fresh partnered with the world’s leading luxury products group, Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton (LVMH), gaining invaluable access to expertise, research, technology, professional development opportunities, and world-class benefits. The Group is comprised of a unique portfolio of over 70 prestigious brands including Louis Vuitton, Sephora, Dior, Benefit Cosmetics, Bulgari, and Veuve Clicquot, At fresh, we’ve created a warm, inspiring environment that encourages our teams around the world to dream big, because that’s how we got here. On any given day, you might find us celebrating a fresh family member, testing out new beauty products, or hitting the streets during a trend tour. Curiosity, passion, generosity, and a sky’s the limit spirit are woven into our DNA, stemming from our founders, and those values fuel our search for the extraordinary—in product and people.