Welcome to the Bio-D blog page. To enhance the reading experience, our blog has been organised into categories. Company News provides updates on developments at Bio-D, offering insights into the latest happenings and behind-the-scenes stories. Hints & Tips deliver practical advice on sustainable living and adopting eco-friendly practices. Finally, Products & Ingredients reveal the story behind Bio-D’s products, highlighting their ingredients and contribution to a greener world.
22nd August 2024
We’re so chuffed to introduce you to our new fragrance, Yorkshire Rhubarb. Created in homage to our home county, the scent is the perfect blend of tangy and sweet aromas. The new scent will transport you to a glorious Yorkshire garden. The new Yorkshire Rhubarb fragrance is available as a Washing Up Liquid, Handwash and […]
2nd August 2024
Supermarket shelves are full of products highlighting their ‘green’ credentials, making claims about how they are helping the planet. But how can you be sure they are telling the truth? This rise in greenwashing means that unfortunately consumers are finding it harder to believe different brands’ sustainability statements. Data from a report earlier this year […]
25th July 2024
More and more, shoppers are thinking about the impact the products they buy have on the environment. What is the packaging made from, and is it recyclable? What ingredients are being used? How is it manufactured? Here at Bio-D, we are so pleased that sustainability is becoming a key consideration in the nation’s shopping decisions. […]
22nd July 2024
We recently caught up with Vicky Doyle, Founder of Eco Cleaning Company, Lemon Clean. Based in Hessle, East Yorkshire, Lemon Clean services various properties, including offices, car showrooms, caravans, show homes, and more across East Yorkshire and North Lincolnshire. Here at Bio-D, we are fortunate to have the lovely Sue from Lemon Clean, who comes […]
20th June 2024
It’s official: Our ‘No Brainer Container’ initiative has helped our consumers return a monumental 10,000 of our 20 litre refill containers! Launched in 2021, our ‘No Brainer Container’ scheme encourages customers to return our 20 litre refill containers back to us. From here, we then thoroughly clean and refill each container, before using again. The […]
11th June 2024
For 35 years, Bio-D has been at the forefront of the green cleaning category. Creating sustainable cleaning products since 1989, we have consistently promised to provide powerful cleaning products that don’t cost the earth. As we celebrate this milestone, we’re reflecting on the incredible impact Bio-D has made in promoting a greener, cleaner world. Where […]
4th June 2024
Did you know we’ve been awarded a King’s Award for Enterprise for Sustainable Development? We may have mentioned it… This category recognises companies that have achieved outstanding sustainable development. So, if you’re looking to live a more sustainable life, here are some more King’s Award for Enterprise for Sustainable Development winning companies to check out. […]
6th May 2024
We’re thrilled to announce that we have been honoured with a King’s Award for Enterprise for Sustainable Development. The King’s Awards for Enterprise recognises and celebrates the success of exciting and innovative businesses across the UK. Described as the most prestigious business awards in the country, recipients demonstrate outstanding success in their field. We’re over […]
30th April 2024
As a company that prioritises sustainability, we are proud to be a member of regional movement, Oh Yes! Net Zero. So when asked if we’d act as a case study to help others reduce their environmental impact, we gladly accepted. Comprising of a collection of Hull and Humber-based organisations, Oh Yes! Net Zero aims to […]
23rd April 2024
In 2024, one in three people in the UK live with an allergy. By 2026, this is projected to increase to one in two.* But, how do allergies work? Why are they on the increase? And what can you do to alleviate allergy symptoms? Allergies can range from food allergies, to allergic eczema, asthma and […]
27th March 2024
This March has marked B Corp Month 🥳. To celebrate, we collaborated with the UK’s largest specialist paper company, creating limited-edition packaging for our zero-waste Plum & Mulberry Soap Bars. Produced in partnership with G . F Smith, the Soap Bar packaging has been created using its pioneering Extract paper. Inspired by our environment, the […]
19th March 2024
There’s no point in shipping fresh air, and that’s why we’ve reduced the size of our 12.5kg Washing Powder packaging! The smaller box still carries exactly the same amount as our previous design but uses 25% less packaging. Here at Bio-D we’re always looking for ways to further reduce our impact on the planet. By […]