Lush Fresh Handmade Cosmetics, commonly known as Lush, is a renowned British cosmetics retailer headquartered in Canada. Founded in 1995, Lush has established itself as a leader in the ethical beauty industry, with a commitment to producing fresh, handmade products that are cruelty-free and environmentally sustainable. The company operates in various regions, including North America, Europe, and Asia, offering a diverse range of skincare, haircare, and bath products. Lush is celebrated for its unique formulations, which often feature natural ingredients and minimal packaging, setting it apart from conventional cosmetics brands. With a strong market position, Lush has garnered numerous accolades for its innovative approach to beauty and its dedication to social responsibility. The brand continues to inspire consumers with its vibrant, effective products and a mission to promote ethical consumerism.
How does Lush Fresh Handmade Cosmetics's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.
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Lush Fresh Handmade Cosmetics's score of 28 is lower than 52% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2022, Lush Fresh Handmade Cosmetics reported total emissions of approximately 686,600 kg CO2e, comprising 404,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 282,600 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. There is no available data for Scope 3 emissions. This data is cascaded from Lush Australasia Retail Pty. Limited, indicating a corporate family relationship. Lush has not set specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges. The company is committed to reducing its environmental impact, but specific strategies or goals have not been disclosed. Overall, Lush's emissions data reflects its ongoing efforts to monitor and manage its carbon footprint, although further details on reduction commitments would enhance its climate strategy.
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| 2021 | 2022 | |
|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 533,000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | 000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - |
Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.
Lush Fresh Handmade Cosmetics has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

