Certificates

What is Natural and Organic Cosmetics?

The word organic basically means that a cosmetic product contains 100% natural ingredients that have been grown and processed in an ecological manner—without the use of synthetic fertilizers, pesticides, or growth regulators. Instead, organic farmers use crop rotation, natural fertilization with compost, and mechanical soil cultivation to ensure better growth and soil quality. They also combat weeds, insects, and other pests using natural methods. Around the world, approximately 30 million hectares of arable land are dedicated to organic farming.

Unfortunately, many cosmetic products labeled as "natural" still contain numerous harmful ingredients and are not 100% natural. This is because, in most countries, there are no government regulations or strict guidelines for cosmetic products, allowing many products to be called "natural" regardless of their actual composition.

For example, some of the most common harmful ingredients in so-called "natural" products are Sodium Laureth Sulfate or Sodium Lauryl Sulfate (SLES/SLS). These are often used in antifreeze and engine degreasers and can irritate the eyes and skin. Other harmful ingredients include parabens—ethyl paraben, methyl paraben, propyl paraben, butyl paraben, and isobutyl paraben (or E216). These compounds are frequently used as preservatives, even though research has linked them to various types of cancer.

Many users do not realize that the word "natural" on a cosmetic product does not necessarily mean the product is free from harmful chemical ingredients.

Certificates

Which certificates do our products carry and what do they mean?

Natural and organic products—whether they are cosmetics, cleaners, or other items—are composed of entirely different ingredients than the conventional products sold in regular stores. The best way to verify that a product is truly natural, organic, and not harmful to your health is to read the ingredient list before purchasing.

To assist you, various certificates awarded by organizations worldwide are very helpful. Each certificate has different criteria for acquisition. Below is the basic information about the certificates our products carry:

  • BIO COSMETICS – Certified in Slovenia by the Kon-Cert Institute. This means the cosmetic product is entirely organic. Control is maintained from the cultivation of plants through harvesting, processing (cold pressing), transport, and bottling. The product contains no chemical additives and is 100% organic.

  • BIO FRAGRANCE SUBSTANCES – Applies to essential oils. Certified in Slovenia by the Kon-Cert Institute. This confirms that the essential oil is entirely organic, with control from cultivation through distillation/cold pressing to bottling. It is 100% organic with no chemical additives.

  • BDIH – A certificate for controlled natural cosmetics. BDIH is a German association of manufacturers and distributors of cosmetics, food supplements, and over-the-counter medicines. Link

  • QAI (Quality Assurance International) – An independent US organization that provides organic certification for plants used in organic food and cosmetics. Link

  • VEGAN – A certificate confirming the product is vegan—containing no animal ingredients and not tested on animals. Awarded by The Vegan Society. Link

  • ECOCERT – A French organization for the control and certification of natural and organic cosmetic products and cleaners. Link

  • ECO GARANTIE – A certificate for natural products containing the highest possible amount of organic ingredients, with no animal testing. Link

  • SOIL ASSOCIATION – A UK non-profit organization that inspects and awards certificates for organic products in the UK and EU. Link

  • USDA ORGANIC – The US national certification program for organic food and cosmetic production under the Department of Agriculture. Link

  • NOT TESTED ON ANIMALS (Leaping Bunny) – A certificate ensuring that neither the finished product nor its individual ingredients were tested on animals. It represents 8 national animal rights groups from the US and EU. Link

  • A+ CERTIFICATE FOR BUSINESS EXCELLENCE – One of the highest certificates a company can receive for excellent business operations. We received this for achieving one of the highest credit ratings (A+). "A credit rating is awarded based on financial statements, but it represents much more. It speaks about the person leading the company, their employees, and the type of people they are." Issued by Companywall d.o.o.