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Did you know, when you see the word :
❌ “Fragrance” on a label, the FDA doesn’t require a brand to disclose what’s in it? It makes it nearly impossible to know what you’re getting. That’s why I recomend to never use fragrances. Also
❌ Hydrogenated Oils: They are chemically altered versions of natural oils. In fact, they can be only one molecule away from plastic!
According to FDA: Fragrance can even hide phthalates: “the regulations do not require the listing of the individual fragrance ingredients; therefore, the consumer will not be able to determine from the ingredient declaration if phthalates are present in a fragrance.”
❌𝙏𝙤𝙭𝙞𝙘 𝙛𝙧𝙖𝙜𝙧𝙖𝙣𝙘𝙚: According to EWG the word “fragrance” or “parfum” on the product label represents an undisclosed mixture of various scent chemicals. 👩🔬Fragrance mixes have been associated with allergies, dermatitis, respiratory distress, and potential effects on the reproductive system! It is not required that manufacturers disclose fragrance ingredients. The International Fragrance Association has a list of over 3,000 ingredients found in fragrance mixes. They are associated with allergic reactions, cancer, endocrine disruption, and are potentially dangerous to fertility and to an unborn child.
Avoid greenwashing fragrances made by brands that pretend to be better, safer, natural or organic when they are not. They will use their misleading marking tricks to convince you to buy their products.
❌𝙂𝙧𝙚𝙚𝙣𝙬𝙖𝙨𝙝𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙛𝙧𝙖𝙜𝙧𝙖𝙣𝙘𝙚: “Natural fragrance” since the word “natural” is not regulated by U.S. law, if the brands don’t disclose what is in it, they may have something to hide! You could still find unsafe ingredients such as solvents, pesticides, and preservatives conventionally found inside synthetic fragrances.
✅𝙎𝙖𝙛𝙚𝙧 𝙛𝙧𝙖𝙜𝙧𝙖𝙣𝙘𝙚: the safest alternative is JUST 100% essential oils, with no other ingredients in the mix. Some added ingredients are ok as long as they are safe and organic oil such as coconut oil or jojoba oil found in USDA Organic fragrances.
Essential oils: they are obtained via hydro-distillation or expression, of one single part of the plant. For example, Lavender essential oil, Lemon oil.
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The first step to consumer protection, and not towards companies’ profit. To prevent companies continuing to serve us toxic, undisclosed secrets packed in fancy glass bottles, California stepped in on this fight with the 𝘾𝙖𝙡𝙞𝙛𝙤𝙧𝙣𝙞𝙖 𝘾𝙤𝙨𝙢𝙚𝙩𝙞𝙘 𝙁𝙧𝙖𝙜𝙧𝙖𝙣𝙘𝙚 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙁𝙡𝙖𝙫𝙤𝙧 𝙄𝙣𝙜𝙧𝙚𝙙𝙞𝙚𝙣𝙩 𝙍𝙞𝙜𝙝𝙩 𝙩𝙤 𝙆𝙣𝙤𝙬 𝘼𝙘𝙩 of 2019 (SB 312 – Leyva), signed into law in October of 2020, to require cosmetics companies to publicly disclose toxic fragrance and flavor ingredients present in beauty and personal care products sold in the state. In September 2020, California enacted a landmark law banning 24 of the most harmful chemicals in personal care products. In June, Maryland enacted a similar law, barring the sale and manufacture of cosmetics and personal care products with certain ingredients, including the toxic “forever chemicals” known as PFAS.
In February, California Assemblymember Laura Friedman (D-Glendale) introduced Assembly Bill 2771 to ban PFAS from cosmetics and other personal care products sold in California.
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Designed with a base of Organic Beeswax, Organic Sunflower Oil, and Organic Vitamin E Oil to this base to hydrate, soothe, and nourish the skin, then we add the signature scents from essential oils and extracts. Natural and safer for kids.
INGREDIENTS:
Calming Blend: Organic Sunflower Oil, Organic Beeswax, Organic Vitamin E Oil, Organic Lavender Essential Oil, Extracts of: Lavandin Oil, Cedarwood Oil, Lavender Oil, Mandarin Oil, Black Pepper Oil, Tonka Absolute, Clary Oil, Vanilla Oil and Galbanum Oil.
Energizing Blend: Organic Sunflower Oil, Organic Beeswax, Organic Vitamin E Oil, Organic Bergamot Essential Oil, Extracts of Cedar, Clove, Geranium, Ylang Ylang Flower, Black Pepper Seed, Cinnamomum Cassia, Lemon Peel, Orange Peel, Grapefruit Peel, Vetiver Root, and Lavender
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This natural kids' body spray is made with certified organic ingredients. It can be used as an organic kids perfume
This organic body spray is the perfect fun and nostalgic scent for your little ones to enjoy! The citrus-sweet smell will remind you and them of this classic breakfast treat.
Direction of Use
INGREDIENTS: Organic Cane Alcohol, Organic Essential Oils of Orange, Lime, Lemon, Lemongrass, Grapefruit, Mandarin, Tangerine and Vanilla Flavor Extract (Organic Cane Alcohol, Natural Flavors).