for Excellence in Sustainable Raw Material Sourcing
Hashem Brothers Wins Gold Award at the 2026 Sustainable Beauty Awards in Paris
Hashem Brothers, an Egyptian company specializing in the production and export of essential oils and natural aromatic extracts, has been awarded Gold in the Sustainability Pioneer – Raw Materials category at the 2026 Sustainable Beauty Awards, organized by Ecovia Intelligence, in recognition of its efforts to advance sustainable and responsible sourcing of natural raw materials.
The award was received by Ms. Sohayla Mohamed Alaa El Din Hashem, Managing Director of Hashem Brothers, during the awards reception held at the Crowne Plaza Paris – République hotel in Paris on October 27, 2026, alongside the 18th Sustainable Cosmetics Summit.
The international recognition acknowledges the company’s Jasmine Ethical Trade Initiative and Responsible Sourcing at Origin programmes, which integrate traceability, human rights, community capacity building, and environmental stewardship into the production of natural ingredients.
These initiatives reflect Hashem Brothers’ commitment to strengthening responsible sourcing practices and collaboration with jasmine growers and partners throughout its supply chain, as part of its broader JETIRSO efforts.
The achievement highlights the role of Egyptian companies in supplying natural ingredients to the global fragrance and cosmetics industries, particularly Egyptian jasmine, one of Hashem Brothers’ key products.
It also underscores the importance of responsible sourcing in supporting agricultural communities, promoting supply chain transparency, and strengthening the competitiveness of Egyptian natural ingredients in international markets.
Beyond its production and export of essential oils and natural aromatic extracts, Hashem Brothers’ expertise also extends to the local consumer market through Areej Aromatherapy, an Egyptian brand specializing in aromatherapy, natural skincare, and haircare products.
The brand draws on the company’s experience in essential oils and plant-based ingredients to offer natural products to consumers.
Commenting on the achievement, Ms. Sohayla Mohamed Alaa El Din Hashem, Managing Director of Hashem Brothers, said: “We are proud to receive this international recognition, which reflects our commitment to advancing more sustainable and responsible practices in the essential oils and natural ingredients industry.
This award demonstrates that Egyptian companies can compete globally not only through the quality of their products, but also through their commitment to environmental and social responsibility and the development of more sustainable supply chains.”
She added: “We believe that sustainability begins at the source, and that jasmine growers are essential partners in the success and long-term future of our industry.
This achievement belongs to our growers, teams, and partners whose dedication has made it possible. We remain committed to strengthening these partnerships, advancing responsible sourcing practices, and reinforcing the position of Egyptian jasmine and natural ingredients in global markets.”
The recognition reflects Hashem Brothers’ ongoing efforts to integrate sustainability throughout its value chain. The company places strong emphasis on raw material traceability, quality control, and responsible sourcing, while promoting environmental and social considerations throughout its operations.
Through its sustainability programmes, Hashem Brothers continues to strengthen collaboration with growers and suppliers, supporting the long-term development of natural ingredient supply chains.
Organized by Ecovia Intelligence, the Sustainable Beauty Awards recognize brands, companies, and innovators advancing sustainability across the beauty and personal care industry.
The 2026 awards recognized Gold and Silver winners across six categories, including sustainable products, ingredients, packaging, sustainability leadership, and start-ups. The awards reception took place alongside the European edition of the Sustainable Cosmetics Summit, held in Paris on October 27–28, 2026.
Hashem Brothers’ Gold award further highlights the importance of sustainable agricultural sourcing and stronger partnerships across supply chains, contributing to the advancement of responsible practices within Egypt’s natural ingredients sector and the wider global fragrance and cosmetics industriesHashem Brothers, an Egyptian company specializing in the production and export of essential oils and natural aromatic .
