BeHappy Investments, the Spanish impact investment fund, has acquired 5.5% of Banbu, a pioneering company in natural and sustainable cosmetics. With this new transaction, the fund expands its portfolio and takes another step in supporting projects that combine profitability, purpose, and social well-being.
Banbu was founded with the mission of transforming personal care through solid, vegan products free of microplastics and endocrine disruptors, made with natural ingredients and low environmental impact processes. Thanks to its zero-waste approach and strong presence online, in specialty stores, and in its own shops in San Sebastián, Bilbao, and Barcelona, the brand has become a benchmark for conscious consumption in Spain.
“Banbu perfectly embodies the values that guide our investments: genuine sustainability, purpose-driven innovation, and social commitment. We firmly believe that personal care can go hand in hand with respect for the planet,” says Miguel Ángel Rodríguez Caveda, CEO of BeHappy Investments.
The fund’s entry into Banbu aims to support the company in its national and international growth plan, strengthening its positioning in the responsible cosmetics market and backing the development of new sustainable products.
“We are thrilled to welcome BeHappy Investments as a partner. We share the vision that companies can generate positive impact without sacrificing profitability. This support will allow us to continue growing, reach more people, and advance our mission of caring for the planet in everyday life,” says Rodrigo Folgueira, CEO of Banbu.
In recent months, BeHappy Investments has strengthened its presence in sectors such as mental health (Healthy Minds), animal welfare (Nina Woof and Kibus Petcare), and educational technology (Supercademy). With this new investment, the fund moves closer to its goal of exceeding three million euros invested before the end of 2025, consolidating itself as one of the leading impact investment players in Spain.
About BeHappy Investments:
BeHappy Investments is a fund dedicated to supporting projects with high social impact, with a special focus on sustainability and the development of rural communities. Since its creation in 2023, it has backed seed and early-stage ventures pursuing a purpose beyond economic profit, providing not only financing but also strategic advice and communication support. Driven by a team of entrepreneurs and executives from various sectors, its goal is to contribute to building a fairer and more sustainable world. The fund balances profitability with positive environmental and social impact, actively participating in sectors such as generative AI, HealthTech, BioTech, EdTech, sustainability, and well-being.
About Banbu:
Banbu is a Spanish brand of sustainable cosmetics and personal care. All its products are natural, vegan, and cruelty-free, handcrafted and plastic-free. Its mission is to facilitate a real transition toward responsible consumption, offering ethical and accessible alternatives that promote the well-being of both the planet and people.
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