What being an Impactful small business means

At River Organics, every product we create is part of something bigger. From the packaging we use to the ingredients we source; our goal has always been to make choices that are better for both people and the planet. We have taken the time and invested the resources to become certified by trusted organizations that align with our values.

Certified for a Reason

We’re proud to be:

• Members of the Plastic Pollution Coalition – a global alliance working toward a world free of plastic pollution and its toxic impacts. This partnership helps guide our zero-waste efforts and keeps us accountable in our mission to remain plastic-free.

• Vegan Certified by The Vegan Society – ensuring that none of our ingredients come from animals, and that our entire supply chain reflects this commitment.

• Cruelty-Free Certified by Leaping Bunny – because no product should come at the cost of animal testing, ever.

Each of these certifications took time, documentation, and independent review and we believe that effort is essential. In an industry full of vague claims and greenwashing, being verified by respected third parties gives our customers confidence and helps raise the standard across the beauty industry.

Giving Back, Even While Growing

As a small business, we’re not backed by major investors which means every decision counts. We work intentionally to make the biggest possible impact with the resources we have, from low-waste production methods to slow, thoughtful product launches.

Making an impact also means supporting other small organizations doing vital work.
Every month, we donate to:

• The Sloth Conservation Foundation – protecting sloths and their habitats through conservation, research, and community education, based in Costa Rica. We have made a 'virtual' adoption with an on-going monthly gift.

• Coral Restoration Foundation – one of the world’s leading marine conservation groups, rebuilding coral reefs and restoring our oceans' health based in Key West, Florida.

These are smaller, focused organizations with real-world impact and we’re proud to support their missions month after month.

What’s Next

We're actively working toward membership with:

• 1% for the Planet – a global network of companies giving 1% of sales to environmental causes.

• Repurpose Global – a movement tackling plastic waste by helping businesses go plastic-neutral as well as funding massive clean-up projects around the world.

These partnerships require a financial and operational commitment that we're planning for and we’re hopeful to join soon as we continue to grow.

Our Commitment

We know we’re just one small brand. But we believe that small businesses can (and should) lead with purpose. Every lip balm, blush stick, and brow wax we make is part of a bigger promise: to reduce harm to animals and their habitats, support meaningful change, and make beauty more sustainable one product at a time.

Thanks for being part of our journey.

Corinne