Thomas Laird Email & Phone Number

As the Managing Director and Owner of Salt of the Earth (Crystal Spring Consumer Division Ltd), I’ve had the privilege of steering our independent, self-funded family business, owned by myself, my mum, and my dad, from its humble beginnings to becoming a globally recognised brand in natural personal care. When I took over in 2008, we were operating out of my mum and dad’s house. Today, we’ve grown into a thriving enterprise with our own manufacturing facility in Chandler’s Ford, selling over 8 million deodorants in more than 35 countries.From the start, I’ve been passionate about creating products that are not only effective but also kind to the planet. In 2013, we were among the first to introduce refillable deodorants with our innovative spray refill system. Continuing our commitment to sustainability, we launched one of the world’s first refillable roll-ons in 2022. Our dedication to quality and innovation has been recognised with 49 industry awards. • One of the Widest Ranges: We offer one of the world’s widest ranges of natural deodorant formats and fragrances. • 100% Natural Origin: I’m committed to ensuring all our products meet the highest standards, which is why they are COSMOS Natural certified. • Certifications: We are proudly certified by: Leaping Bunny, The Vegan Society, The Living Wage Foundation (Approved Employer), Cyber Essentials, ISO 22716 (Good Manufacturing Practices). • Sustainability & Innovation: Leading the way with refillable sprays, roll-ons, and plastic free deodorants, I’m proud of how our innovations have helped reduce plastic waste and set new industry standards.I’m really enjoying the journey of building a lasting company—one that’s a great place to work, makes outstanding products, and contributes positively to environmental sustainability. Hopefully, we’ll still be doing all this in 30 years’ time.