INGREDIENTS WE AVOID

Fragrance refers to thousands of unnamed and potentially harmful chemicals. Many companies use them as a cheap way to fragrance their products even though they can be extremely damaging to our health and the environment.

A synthetic preservative which is very toxic in high doses, causing damage to brain cells and nervous system function. A low-level carcinogen linked to organ toxicity and irritation of the skin, eyes and respiratory system.

Foaming agents such as Sodium Lauryl Sulphate (SLS) and Sodium Laureth Sulphate (SLES), produced from coconut oil, palm kernal oil and most commonly petroleum - a skin irritant and environmental pollutant.

A major contributor to deforestation in some of the world's most biodiverse forests, impacting already endangered species such as the orangutan, pygmy elephant and Sumatran rhino by destroying local habitat.

A low-level human carcinogen linked to developmental and reproductive toxicity, along with immunotoxicity and allergies. Linked to cases of severe skin and eye irritation.

Linked to developmental and reproductive toxicity and thought to be a carcinogen. Causes immunotoxicity and allergies along withsevere skin irritation, redness and swelling.

A foaming agent and thickener added to cosmetics and personal care products which is linked to severe skin irritation. High doses are a potential carcinogen to humans.

TEA and DEA are foaming agents added to skin care and hair care products which are linked to skin allergies and immunotoxicity. DEA is also listed by the EWG as a human carcinogen.

A widely used preservative which causes damage to brain cells and nervous system function. Linked to severe allergic reactions, immunotoxicity and developmental and reproductive issues.

A preservative found in many household and cleaning products that can cause severe skin, eye and respiratory irritation. Prolonged use can lead to a build up of resistant bacteria in the home.

A synthetic compound used in many commercial sanitisers and disinfectants that causes contamination of wastewater which can be toxic to organisms.

A synthetic ingredient commonly used in skincareproducts that can cause skin irritation, redness and swelling. Incredibly irritating for those with sensitive skin and eczema.