Parabens are preservatives used throughout the beauty industry in products like shampoo, deodorant, and moisturizer. Parabens, although said to be "safe" in appropriate concentrations, are thought to disrupt hormones, harm fertility and even increase risk of cancer.

Phthalates are plasticizing chemicals most often used in nail polishes and hair sprays. In skin care they are often used in fragrances as a solvent and fixative. Phthalates are thought to disrupt sex hormones and even cause low sperm count in males.

All of our product formulations are free of both Sodium Lauryl Sulfate and Sodium Lauryl Ether Sulfate (common foaming agents) due to their known ability to irritate skin.

Silicones are often used in beauty formulations to provide that slippery texture you often find in moisturizers, hair conditioners, sunscreens. Although they are deemed "safe" for topical use, many acne prone skin types find increased breakouts when using products that include silicone, so we choose to avoid silicones in their entirety. 

Sensitive skin types are likely to have negative reactions to unnecessary fragrances. Our products are naturally scented by the various fruit and botanical extracts they contain. These extracts not only smell great but also provide amazing benefits for the skin.

Formaldehyde and formaldehyde releasing agents (ingredients that slowly release formaldehyde) are widely understood to cause skin irritation and even allergic reaction. They are still found in many nail polishes, eye lash glues, lotions, etc. as a preservative to extend shelf life. Formaldehyde is a known carcinogen. Carcinogens cause cancer. Need we say more? 

Mineral oil, a by-product of reining crude oil for gasoline, is neither biodegradable nor renewable. Oil drilling negatively effects the environment in several ways including, but not limited to, oil spills, air pollution, and climate change.

For a full list of excluded ingredients, click here.