Alex Barlow PR has been appointed to handle the launch and representation for COMMUNE, a sustainable self-care brand with a design-driven, community ethos. With its initial launch of six self-care products this Spring, COMMUNE looks to nature, and one's collective relation to it, as a basis for both its formulations and its sustainability practices. Formulated with 99% naturally derived plant-based ingredients, and designed without single-use plastics, each product in the range; Body Wash, Body Cream, Shampoo, Conditioner, Hand Wash and Hand Cream (RRP £40-45), is free from synthetic fragrance, artificial colourings, dyes, sulphates, parabens and other harsh chemicals.

Founded by husband and wife Rémi Paringaux and Kate Neal, COMMUNE is a direct reflection of their personal and professional experiences. Collectively, their professional experience ranges from high-profile roles in luxury fashion, sustainability, wellness brands, art and design, and the study of natural perfume. COMMUNE launches in June 2022 with retailers including SSENSE, LN-CC, Cutter Brooks, Hole & Corner, Hip Store, Workshop Living, Couverture, Centre Commercial (Paris) Wood Wood (London, Berlin, Copenhagen) and commune.cc.