There isn’t a regulated definition of “clear.” Each model, retailer, and group has its personal set of requirements of their model of it—and now we have at all times inspired folks to search for manufacturers that match up with their very own set of requirements. We excluded most of the frequent substances buzzed about presently, together with parabens, phthalates, mineral oils, petrochemicals, frequent allergens, formaldehyde and formaldehyde releasers, silicones, BHA, BHT, and over 1,000 different substances regulated by the European Union.
Extra particularly with this lip balm, we needed to verify we weren’t utilizing petrochemicals (like mineral oils), that are quite common substances in conventional lip balms. Given these substances are fossil gas derived, environmental issues outweigh their advantages. Moreover, when utilized in extra, the substances can suffocate the pores and skin, even inflicting harm to the pores and skin barrier and disrupt the microbiome time beyond regulation.
However we additionally consider what you placed on the pores and skin must be useful; you possibly can merely discover higher substances to actively replenish the pores and skin barrier with wholesome lipids and antioxidants, versus ones that simply sit atop the pores and skin.
And the excessive requirements prolong previous the formulation. It is also essential to think about packaging. Our lip balm tube is housed in an Eco-Sensible Resin © and is 100% recyclable with like supplies. Nevertheless, this materials goes a step additional: Eco Sensible containers are a proprietary expertise that allows plastic elements to totally break down in biologically energetic environments, like landfills and marine environments. It’s totally FDA-compliant and made within the USA. Our transport containers are created from 100% recycled paper and are totally curbside recyclable.
And as at all times, our merchandise are produced in a manufacturing unit powered by 100% wind power.
