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Cycle-Beauty is a green economy system designed to reshape consumer behavior by introducing a sustainable, circular model that integrates recyclable materials, subscription services, and collaborative platforms to minimize waste and promote eco-conscious habits.
Cycle-Beauty is a green economy system designed to reshape consumer behavior by introducing a sustainable, circular model that integrates recyclable materials, subscription services, and collaborative platforms to minimize waste and promote eco-conscious habits.
Cycle-Beauty is a green economy system designed to reshape consumer behavior by introducing a sustainable, circular model that integrates recyclable materials, subscription services, and collaborative platforms to minimize waste and promote eco-conscious habits.
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Project Context
The beauty and skincare industries generate significant waste, with products often discarded after single use or upon expiration. Recognizing this environmental challenge, Cycle-Beauty reimagines how consumers interact with beauty products by introducing a circular model that integrates sustainable practices. Inspired by Accenture's Five Circular Business Models, this project explores solutions that not only reduce waste but also foster a sustainable, scalable ecosystem that benefits users, businesses, and the environment.
The beauty and skincare industries generate significant waste, with products often discarded after single use or upon expiration. Recognizing this environmental challenge, Cycle-Beauty reimagines how consumers interact with beauty products by introducing a circular model that integrates sustainable practices. Inspired by Accenture's Five Circular Business Models, this project explores solutions that not only reduce waste but also foster a sustainable, scalable ecosystem that benefits users, businesses, and the environment.
YUNGWEI's Role
Green Design Researcher & Designer
Methods & Tool
Literature Review, Adobe Illustrator
Duration
September - October 2022
Advisor
Prof. Chien-Kuo Teng
Associated with
Special Topics in Green Design
Master of Design Program at National Taiwan Normal University
Published
Green Design from a Feminist Perspective - Promoting Equality and Creating New Possibilities for the Future.
In International Conference on “Design Innovation for Digital Transformation and Metaverse”. School of Design, Ming Chuan University, Taipei, Taiwan.
Research Process
The research began with a deep dive into consumer behaviors and industry challenges. Observations included:
The high volume of non-recyclable packaging waste.
Limited consumer awareness and incentives for sustainable practices.
Barriers in implementing efficient recycling systems.
The research began with a deep dive into consumer behaviors and industry challenges. Observations included:
The high volume of non-recyclable packaging waste.
Limited consumer awareness and incentives for sustainable practices.
Barriers in implementing efficient recycling systems.
Leveraging Accenture’s Five Circular Business Models as a theoretical framework, the study focused on resource recovery, product lifespan extension, and shared platforms. Additional insights came from analyzing analogous systems, such as subscription services in media and automated recycling infrastructures.
Leveraging Accenture’s Five Circular Business Models as a theoretical framework, the study focused on resource recovery, product lifespan extension, and shared platforms. Additional insights came from analyzing analogous systems, such as subscription services in media and automated recycling infrastructures.
Design Proposal
Cycle-Beauty is a subscription-based system designed to transform the lifecycle of beauty products. By integrating concepts such as resource recovery, circular supply, and product-as-a-service, it redefines ownership and usage.
Cycle-Beauty is a subscription-based system designed to transform the lifecycle of beauty products. By integrating concepts such as resource recovery, circular supply, and product-as-a-service, it redefines ownership and usage.
The system enables consumers to return used products for refilling or recycling, minimizing waste and fostering sustainable habits. Key features include automated kiosks for returns and exchanges, subscription discounts, and an ecosystem that bridges consumers and businesses.
The system enables consumers to return used products for refilling or recycling, minimizing waste and fostering sustainable habits. Key features include automated kiosks for returns and exchanges, subscription discounts, and an ecosystem that bridges consumers and businesses.
Lessons Learned
Key Takeaways -
Key Takeaways -
Key Takeaways -
Systemic Change Requires Collaboration - Successful implementation relies on participation from consumers, businesses, and waste management partners.
Education and Incentives are Crucial - Encouraging consumers to adopt sustainable practices involves clear communication and tangible benefits like discounts or rewards.
Barriers to Entry Must Be Addressed - The initial setup cost and operational challenges of the system highlight the need for scalable, cost-effective solutions.
Potential for Broader Impact - Beyond beauty products, this model could extend to other industries, promoting sustainability on a larger scale.
Systemic Change Requires Collaboration - Successful implementation relies on participation from consumers, businesses, and waste management partners.
Education and Incentives are Crucial - Encouraging consumers to adopt sustainable practices involves clear communication and tangible benefits like discounts or rewards.
Barriers to Entry Must Be Addressed - The initial setup cost and operational challenges of the system highlight the need for scalable, cost-effective solutions.
Potential for Broader Impact - Beyond beauty products, this model could extend to other industries, promoting sustainability on a larger scale.
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