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Emma Lewisham Limited
New Zealand
The Story
Emma Lewisham is a New Zealand beauty brand known for luxury skincare formulated with clinically-proven actives and natural ingredients. Their products are created using sustainable practices and minimal packaging, with certifications reflecting their commitment to clean beauty standards.
Oras Index
· 75/100Good to Know
Emma Lewisham claims clinically-proven actives but does not publicly disclose exact concentrations of key actives (retinol, niacinamide, L-ascorbic acid) or publish independent clinical trial data, limiting P2 confidence to 18/25. No third-party ingredient certification (COSMOS, MADE SAFE, EWG Verified) is verifiable—brand relies on self-declared 'clean' positioning without formal verification, capping P1 at 22/30. Packaging shows thoughtful minimalism but lacks documented refill programs, take-back infrastructure, or recycled-content transparency; no verifiable FSC or material-sourcing claims found. Supply-chain ethics for botanical ingredients (hero actives sourcing) and mica traceability are not transparently documented—no RMI membership or named grower partnerships disclosed. B Corp and GOTS certifications are claimed but GOTS typically covers textiles/apparel; verification of active B Corp status and scope of GOTS application would strengthen pillar 4. Founder-led New Zealand ethos is compelling but lacks the multi-decade shelf stability or independent dermatological endorsement needed for higher scores.
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