Organic (adj.):
relating to or employing agricultural practices that avoid
the use of synthetic chemicals in favor of naturally occurring
pesticides, fertilizer, and other growing aids.
As a small business I find it important to
support other small businesses across the globe. I am committed
to partnering with local farmers around the world who have
a proven history of respect towards their environment in how
they harvest their ingredients. It is truly inspirational
to see how from South Africa to India to France these multi-generational
farms continue to employ age-old practices that produce ingredients
in the most eco-sensitive way possible. With wild-harvested
ingredients, cold-pressed and steam distilled extracts, and
a strict ban of all petroleum or non-carbon based products;
I am able to provide unparalleled care for your hair and skin.
Because only the world’s finest botanicals can make
the world’s finest products
All of the organic ingredients I purchase
are certified organic by EcoCert, a French based company that
is recognized by the National Organic Program for the USDA.
Synthetic has a place, but not on the body. Why use harsh
chemicals in shampoos, styling gels, skin moisturizers and
soaps? They were created as cheap substitutes for organic
compounds that do a better job. It’s better for the
body and the earth to simply return to the source: super natural
botanicals. At the moment the USDA organic seal is only approved
for products that meet their acceptable edible food standards,
however, new progress is being made everyday to help create
a standard for the cosmetic industry. It is very important
to me to have the seal on all of my products as soon as it
is available.
All ingredients must meet my strict guidelines
:
1. No sodium laurel sulfate, parabens, DEAs, MEAs, or TEAs
2. No GMOs (Genetically Modified Organism)
3. No petro-chemicals
4. No animal testing
5. No artificial colors, fragrances or fillers
6. Ingredients must be as organic as possible
7. All plant extracts and essential oils must be certified
organic whenever possible
8. All essential oils used must be steam-distilled and not
extracted with propylene glycol - which kills the effect of
the oils
9. All plant oils must be cold pressed, not heat distilled
- which kills the therapeutic properties of plant oils
10. All ingredients must be proven to be beneficial to the
hair or skin
11. All ingredients must be harvested in an environmentally-friendly
manner (wild-crafted)
12. All ingredients must be bio-degradable as possible
13. Fair-Trade ingredients must be used when possible
Organic (adj.): developing in a manner analogous
to the natural growth and evolution characteristic of living
organisms; arising as a natural outgrowth.
As my favorite pooch Maya knows, I believe
in ethical treatment for all animals. Including humans. My
company is endorsed by PETA and the only animal products we
use are honey and beeswax. Additionally, by using my upscale
salon in SoHo New York to assure the quality of my lines,
and by using the best, most organic botanicals, I am able
to provide the world with a luxury product like no other.
Organic (adj.): occurring or developing gradually
and naturally, without being forced or contrived.
I support a simple and clean approach
not just to how I create my products, but also in how I deliver
them to my customers. You will never see artificial colors,
or fragrances in my ingredients. In addition, all of my packaging
uses the minimal amount of ink possible and is printed on
100% recycled and unbleached paper. By creating products that
are biodegradable and packaging that is recyclable, you can
rest easy knowing that what you put into the earth is as clean
as Mother Nature intended it to be. Always natural, always
earth-friendly, and always with your beauty and health in
mind.
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