At REFRESH Gum, every ingredient we choose is carefully considered to ensure it aligns with our commitment to natural, eco-friendly practices. One of the standout ingredients in our gum is coconut glycerin, which we use instead of traditional palm oil glycerin. This choice helps us reduce our environmental impact and offers you a gum that’s both better for the planet and better for you.
Why Coconut Glycerin?
Glycerin, or glycerol, is a naturally occurring compound often used to keep products moist, maintain texture, and enhance flavor. While many brands rely on palm oil to derive glycerin, we believe there’s a better, more sustainable option—coconut oil. Coconut glycerin provides the same benefits as palm oil glycerin but with a significantly lower environmental cost and all while being a substantially higher quality ingredient. We believe in using the best possible ingredients for the best possible chew.
The Environmental Impact of Palm Oil
Palm oil is widely used across many industries, but its production has raised major environmental concerns. The demand for palm oil has led to deforestation on a massive scale, especially in tropical regions. This deforestation destroys habitats, reduces biodiversity, and contributes to greenhouse gas emissions. The cultivation of palm oil often leads to the clearing of rainforests, which affects endangered species, disrupts ecosystems, and impacts communities that rely on these forests for their livelihoods.
At REFRESH, we’re not comfortable contributing to the loss of rainforests or the environmental impact associated with palm oil production. By choosing coconut glycerin, we avoid supporting deforestation and provide an option that aligns with our values of sustainability and responsibility.
The Benefits of Coconut Glycerin
- Environmentally Friendly: Coconuts are typically grown on small, family-owned farms that don’t require deforestation for cultivation. Unlike palm oil, coconut farming has a lower impact on biodiversity and does not contribute to large-scale habitat loss. By using coconut glycerin, we’re taking a step towards supporting more sustainable farming practices.
- Naturally Moisturizing: Coconut glycerin helps keep our gum soft, giving it the perfect texture for a satisfying chew. It acts as a natural humectant, which means it retains moisture, enhancing the quality and feel of our gum without the need for synthetic additives.
- Better Taste and Texture: Coconut glycerin’s mild, natural flavor perfectly complements the refreshing taste of our gum. It provides a light, smooth texture that contributes to a pleasant chewing experience and supports the natural flavors in our product without adding any artificial aftertaste.
- Supporting Sustainable Agriculture: Choosing coconut oil over palm oil isn’t just about avoiding deforestation; it’s also about promoting agricultural practices that are less intensive on the environment. Coconut trees generally require fewer pesticides and fertilizers, making them a more sustainable crop option.
A History of Coconut Use in Natural Products
Coconuts have been cherished for centuries in tropical cultures around the world. Their oil, water, milk, and flesh are used in everything from cooking to skincare. Known for their natural versatility and nutritional benefits, coconuts are also a staple in natural health and beauty products. Today, coconut oil and glycerin derived from it are widely recognized as effective, natural alternatives to synthetic or high-impact ingredients in cosmetics, health, and food products.
As awareness of the environmental impact of palm oil has grown, so too has interest in coconut oil as a sustainable alternative. At REFRESH Gum, we’re proud to contribute to this movement by using coconut glycerin in our natural gum. This decision aligns with our mission to provide a product that’s both better for the earth and better for you.
REFRESH Gum: A Commitment to Sustainable Ingredients
Using coconut glycerin in REFRESH Gum isn’t just about offering a unique product; it’s about making a choice that reflects our dedication to sustainability. By selecting coconut over palm oil, we’re taking a stand against deforestation and supporting more environmentally friendly agriculture. We’re also ensuring that every ingredient in our gum is thoughtfully chosen to give you a clean, natural chewing experience.
At REFRESH, our mission is to create gum that aligns with your values—one that’s free from synthetic ingredients, petrochemicals, and environmentally harmful practices. Our use of coconut glycerin is just one of the ways we’re putting this mission into action.
Chew Clean, Chew Green with REFRESH Gum
When you choose REFRESH Gum, you’re choosing a product that’s as good for the planet as it is for you. Our commitment to using coconut glycerin, along with other sustainable ingredients, makes REFRESH Gum a truly natural option for conscious consumers. So next time you pop a piece of REFRESH Gum, know that you’re making a positive impact—one chew at a time.
