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Sustainability-oriented innovation in the supply chain of the cosmetics industry

Year: 2026

Type: article

Abstract: In recent years, the cosmetics industry has faced growing pressure to integrate sustainability across its value chain, driven by environmental concerns, evolving consumer expectations, and increased regulatory attention. This research examines sustainability-oriented innovation (SOI) within the supply chain of the cosmetics industry. Drawing on literature, expert interviews, and expert-based multi-criteria decision-making (MCDM) evaluation using the Best-Worst Method (BWM) and Fuzzy BWM, the study developed and validated a framework to identify and rank the key criteria influencing SOI adoption. The findings, derived from expert evaluations, indicate that sustainable practices and initiatives, joint effort and coordination among supply chain partners, and top management commitment are the highest-impact factors. This study provides actionable insights for industry leaders seeking to enhance collaboration, strategic alignment, and sustainable transformation across supply networks. The proposed framework contributes to sustainability scholarship and supports managerial decision-making in the cosmetics sector.

Source: Sustainable Futures

DOI: 10.1016/j.sftr.2026.101977

Authors: Faten Ahmad Jomaa, Abulrahim Shamayleh, Inas Al Khatib

Institution: American University of Sharjah

Language: English

Topic: Sustainable Supply Chain Management

Subfield: Strategy and Management

Field: Business, Management and Accounting

Domain: Social Sciences

SDGs: Responsible consumption and production, Industry, innovation and infrastructure

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $2,340