Kolmar Korea Secures Spot on TIME's World's Best Companies for Sustainable Growth Again in 2026
In a testament to its unwavering dedication to sustainability, Kolmar Korea has once again been honored in TIME’s list of "World's Best Companies in Sustainable Growth" for 2026, marking the second consecutive year for the renowned cosmetic ODM manufacturer. The announcement was made on November 13, 2025, following a comprehensive evaluation of over 4,000 global companies by TIME in collaboration with Statista. Kolmar Korea ranked 294th overall, placing it firmly among the top 7% of all assessed companies, based on metrics including revenue growth, financial stability, and environmental impact, measured via a 100-point scale.
The significance of this achievement is underscored by the fact that only ten South Korean firms made it onto this exclusive list this year, considerably fewer than the previous year's count. Notably, Kolmar stands out as the sole Korean cosmetics company recognized for two consecutive years. The firm scored a commendable 81.02, reflecting its strong performance even amid intense competition from globally recognized entities that boast high annual growth rates and robust financial standings.
Kolmar Korea's exemplary outcomes in sustainability performance have played a crucial role in maintaining its position in the rankings. The company achieved remarkable results in crucial areas, securing the second place among its Korean peers for carbon intensity and emissions performance while ranking in the top 30% globally for waste and water resource management. This recognition mirrors Kolmar Korea's ongoing commitment to eco-friendly innovations and sustainable practices throughout its operational framework.
As a pioneer in the cosmetics industry, Kolmar Korea has developed several groundbreaking sustainable packaging solutions, including paper tubes, paper sticks, and paper pump-packaging, significantly reducing plastic utilization. These innovations have been recognized with top honors from prestigious design awards such as the IDEA (International Design Excellence Awards), iF Design Award, and Red Dot Design Award, further solidifying their influence on global packaging trends.
In addition to its dedication to sustainable packaging, the company has accelerated the development of eco-friendlier formulations and ingredients. The product line now includes sunscreen certified by Green Technology Product standards, utilizing anti-aging extraction methods that reduce carbon emissions by 83%. Moreover, Kolmar's biodegradable hair and body care products decompose over 99% naturally, minimizing environmental impacts.
To enhance its sustainable production capabilities, Kolmar has implemented a "Zero-Landfill" initiative that has led to a waste recycling rate of 84.8% and a remarkable 57.8% decrease in landfill waste compared to the previous year. This aligns with Kolmar’s internal sustainability goals and initiatives aimed at fostering the growth of the Korean beauty ecosystem. The firm promotes collaborative growth with emerging indie beauty brands, organizing seminars on beauty trends and marketing strategies while supporting pop-up stores for indie brands during Seoul Beauty Week. Since 2023, they have also partnered to host the sustainability seminar "CONNECT FOR GREEN" to establish a collaborative ESG value creation chain.
Yoon Sang Hyun, Vice Chairman of Kolmar Group, expressed, "Being recognized for the second year in a row as one of the world’s leading companies in sustainable growth reflects the results of our thorough and long-term commitment to sustainable management. We will continue to take responsibility as a global company representing Korea, advancing eco-friendly management and technological innovation."
As Kolmar Korea carves its path forward, it exemplifies the powerful intersection of sustainable growth and innovation, setting a benchmark for the cosmetics industry and beyond, proving that profitability and sustainability can indeed go hand in hand.
The significance of this achievement is underscored by the fact that only ten South Korean firms made it onto this exclusive list this year, considerably fewer than the previous year's count. Notably, Kolmar stands out as the sole Korean cosmetics company recognized for two consecutive years. The firm scored a commendable 81.02, reflecting its strong performance even amid intense competition from globally recognized entities that boast high annual growth rates and robust financial standings.
Kolmar Korea's exemplary outcomes in sustainability performance have played a crucial role in maintaining its position in the rankings. The company achieved remarkable results in crucial areas, securing the second place among its Korean peers for carbon intensity and emissions performance while ranking in the top 30% globally for waste and water resource management. This recognition mirrors Kolmar Korea's ongoing commitment to eco-friendly innovations and sustainable practices throughout its operational framework.
As a pioneer in the cosmetics industry, Kolmar Korea has developed several groundbreaking sustainable packaging solutions, including paper tubes, paper sticks, and paper pump-packaging, significantly reducing plastic utilization. These innovations have been recognized with top honors from prestigious design awards such as the IDEA (International Design Excellence Awards), iF Design Award, and Red Dot Design Award, further solidifying their influence on global packaging trends.
In addition to its dedication to sustainable packaging, the company has accelerated the development of eco-friendlier formulations and ingredients. The product line now includes sunscreen certified by Green Technology Product standards, utilizing anti-aging extraction methods that reduce carbon emissions by 83%. Moreover, Kolmar's biodegradable hair and body care products decompose over 99% naturally, minimizing environmental impacts.
To enhance its sustainable production capabilities, Kolmar has implemented a "Zero-Landfill" initiative that has led to a waste recycling rate of 84.8% and a remarkable 57.8% decrease in landfill waste compared to the previous year. This aligns with Kolmar’s internal sustainability goals and initiatives aimed at fostering the growth of the Korean beauty ecosystem. The firm promotes collaborative growth with emerging indie beauty brands, organizing seminars on beauty trends and marketing strategies while supporting pop-up stores for indie brands during Seoul Beauty Week. Since 2023, they have also partnered to host the sustainability seminar "CONNECT FOR GREEN" to establish a collaborative ESG value creation chain.
Yoon Sang Hyun, Vice Chairman of Kolmar Group, expressed, "Being recognized for the second year in a row as one of the world’s leading companies in sustainable growth reflects the results of our thorough and long-term commitment to sustainable management. We will continue to take responsibility as a global company representing Korea, advancing eco-friendly management and technological innovation."
As Kolmar Korea carves its path forward, it exemplifies the powerful intersection of sustainable growth and innovation, setting a benchmark for the cosmetics industry and beyond, proving that profitability and sustainability can indeed go hand in hand.
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