As a precaution, we exclude numerous ingredients from our formulas that may risk human health or the environment.
Sulphates (including SLES): Foaming agents that irritate the skin.
Animal-derived Ingredients: We avoid all animal-origin materials (e.g., collagen, lanolin, beeswax) in our products and comply with EU animal testing regulations.
Parabens: Preservatives that disrupt hormones and are partially banned in cosmetics. We exclude all parabens as a precaution.
Methylisothiazolinone: A preservative that is a paraben alternative. Causes irritation and eczema, with strict regulations in Europe.
Formaldehyde Liberators: Preservatives releasing formalin, a skin irritant and potential carcinogen.
Triclosan/Triclocarban: Preservatives harmful to aquatic life.
Silicones: Though harmless to humans, they are non-biodegradable and environmentally polluting.
EDTA: Stabilizes formulas but pollutes aquatic environments.
Nanoparticles: Extremely small particles that can penetrate skin, with unknown long-term health effects.