Happy Bithday Anita!

Today we honor the life of our incredible founder with the many tributes from people around the world.

Anita’s a truly remarkable woman who not only founded our company, but whose personality and heart has touched us all. Her energy, charisma and dynamism were unique, and her passion the lifeblood of our company. Her passion and campaigning for human rights, animal rights and the environment are evident in every aspect of our business - from the refusal to participate in animal testing to our commitment to Community Trade. Anita leaves a huge legacy.

Peter Ridler
President, The Body Shop (Americas Region)

You inspired me to believe that I could make a difference to the world while staying in business. My life is different because of you. Thank you and god bless your family and your legacy.

Prishani Satyapal

Thank you, Anita! At a time when the word ‘corporate’ and ‘responsibility’ were opposites, you pushed the two together. A true woman warrior who bettered the world by example, a true inspiration.

Nancy

Anita’s stand for animal rights and giving jobs to women in needy countries are just a few of the things she has done for humankind. A wonderful woman who will be greatly missed.

Kaoru

I worked for The Body Shop and was fortunate enough to have met her. She was a true inspiration to the business world and was never afraid to stand up for what she truly believed in.

Julie

You put the “beauty” into “beautiful” an inspiration.

Carolyn

Anita you did so much good in one life time and will be sorely missed by all. You were the most interesting and passionate person I ever met. The world is a better place because you were in it.

Allan James

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