Leading the Charge for Eco-Friendly Personal Care

Totem Eco, the Australian brand renowned for its commitment to sustainability, has garnered industry recognition for its deodorant sticks, winning a Product Sustainability Award and the Editor’s Choice Award. These accolades reinforces the brand’s mission to provide an eco-friendly, high-performance alternative to traditional personal care products, championing both environmental and social responsibility.

Making a Positive Impact on People’s Health and the Environment

Totem Eco Founders Toby and Katie had this to say about being recognised as sustainability leaders:

“It’s hard to express just how much this recognition means to us. It goes beyond just being a Winner; it’s an acknowledgment of our commitment to building a sustainable lifestyle brand that genuinely makes a positive impact.

The motivation to build our brand stemmed from our own experiences including previous health scares and then becoming parents and the frustration we felt at not being able to find products that we could fully trust to be healthy and safe for our family while being sustainable and eco-friendly.

We wanted to create something we and our children could be genuinely proud of, knowing that our natural body care products can truly make a positive impact on people’s health and the environment. Receiving awards and recognition like this, make us feel that we have achieved this goal and encourages us to keep doing what we’re doing”

We Are Not Just Consumers, We Are Citizens of This Planet

Sustainability Award Founder Anna Chatburn shared her thoughts on the impact of brands like Totem Eco:

“Seeing brands like Totem Eco rise to the top is both uplifting and motivating. Their unwavering commitment to sustainability is a shining example of how businesses can create positive change in the world. We are not just consumers, we are citizens of this planet, and companies like Totem Eco are proving that it’s possible to build a better, more harmonious world. This award is just a small recognition of the bigger work they are doing, not just for today, but for future generations.”

A Winning Formula for Sustainability

Totem Eco’s natural deodorant is recognised for its premium quality and performance, and for setting a new standard for sustainability in personal care. The deodorant is 100% natural, free from harmful chemicals and synthetics, and features six unique scents inspired by the Australian landscape. From the energising notes of Australian Blue Mallee Eucalypt in Blue Gum to the grounding essence of White Cypress, these deodorants not only smell incredible but embody the purity and richness of Australian nature.

Gender-neutral and suitable for men, women, and teens, the deodorants offer effective, long-lasting odour control in a 70g size that lasts longer than many conventional products. But what truly sets Totem Eco apart is its holistic approach to sustainability.

Eco-Friendly Packaging: A Commitment to Zero Plastic

Totem Eco’s packaging is a standout feature of their natural deodorants. In an industry rife with plastic waste, Totem Eco refuses to follow the norm. Their deodorants are housed in plastic-free, fully recyclable, and biodegradable push-up tubes made from recycled paper, offering a refreshing alternative to conventional plastic packaging. This commitment extends to their shipping materials as well—products are wrapped in recyclable, compostable HEX wrap and shipped in biodegradable paper satchels, ensuring that every step of the process adheres to the brand’s zero-plastic ethos.

By choosing Totem Eco’s deodorant, consumers are helping reduce the amount of plastic waste sent to landfills. For every deodorant sold, the brand prevents around 2 x 100ml plastic deodorant bottles from entering the waste stream. As more people shift toward sustainable alternatives, Totem Eco’s innovative packaging is proving that beauty and eco-friendliness can go hand in hand.

A Holistic Approach to Sustainability: From Ingredients to Energy Use

The brand’s commitment to sustainability extends well beyond packaging. Totem Eco prides itself on sourcing locally produced, native plant-based ingredients from Australia. These include botanical oils, clays, carrier oils, and bush tucker extracts, which not only support local farming communities but also reduce the carbon footprint associated with transporting imported ingredients. 

Totem Eco takes great care in ensuring that all ingredients are responsibly sourced. For example, their Australian essential oils are harvested in a way that encourages plant biodiversity, using a technique called coppicing where plants regrow naturally, without the need for replanting. This thoughtful, regenerative approach helps preserve ecosystems while supporting sustainable agriculture.

Totem Eco have an unwavering commitment to being completely palm oil-free. Unlike many natural beauty brands that unknowingly or otherwise include palm oil or its derivatives—such as cetyl alcohol and cetearyl alcohol—Totem Eco has taken a strong stance against the harmful practice of using palm oil. Palm oil production is a leading cause of rainforest deforestation, contributing to climate change, displacing local communities, and endangering wildlife, including the Indonesian orangutans. By choosing 100% coconut oil-derived Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride (instead of palm oil-based alternatives), Totem Eco ensures that their deodorants are not only vegan but also free from harmful environmental and ethical implications. 

To further reduce their environmental impact, Totem Eco operates its production facility on clean, solar energy, making them a net-positive energy producer. By powering operations with renewable energy, they significantly cut down on the carbon emissions typically associated with manufacturing processes in the beauty industry.

A Brand That Cares: Reducing Water, Emissions, and Toxins

One of the most significant impacts Totem Eco has made is in its water usage. The brand’s anhydrous (waterless) solid deodorants eliminate the need for water in production, helping to save approximately 200ml of water for every deodorant sold. By using waterless formulas, they reduce the environmental toll of water extraction and avoid the need for harmful preservatives, which are often found in traditional deodorants.

In terms of emissions, Totem Eco is also a leader. For every deodorant sold, the company prevents up to 48g of volatile organic compounds (VOCs) from entering the atmosphere—compared to equivalent aerosol deodorants. This means that Totem Eco’s products are not only safe for your skin, but also safe for the environment, keeping harmful chemicals out of the air, waterways, and soil.

And the commitment doesn’t stop at emissions. Totem Eco ensures that no animal products or testing are involved in any part of their production process. 

Award-Winning Sustainability

Totem Eco’s sustainability award is a testament to their hard work and dedication in leading the charge for a more eco-conscious beauty industry. Their focus on reducing waste, emissions, water usage, and reliance on harmful chemicals is reshaping what it means to be a truly sustainable brand in the personal care market.

By supporting Totem Eco, consumers are making a choice that aligns with their values—choosing products that not only work well but also contribute positively to the planet. The Natural Deodorant Bundle is a prime example of how sustainability and luxury can coexist, offering a premium product that’s kind to the environment and to the skin.

Totem Eco’s passion for ethical sourcing, eco-friendly packaging, and clean energy positions them as a leader in the global movement towards a cleaner, greener beauty industry. With continued innovation and unwavering dedication to sustainability, Totem Eco is proving that caring for the planet is not just a trend—it’s the future of personal care.

Totem Eco: A Natural Choice for a Sustainable Future

As the world increasingly turns its attention to environmental issues, brands like Totem Eco are showing that it’s possible to create high-quality, sustainable products that make a difference. With every purchase, consumers are helping to shape a future where personal care is both luxurious and environmentally responsible. For anyone seeking to make a positive impact on the planet, Totem Eco’s natural deodorants are the ultimate choice.