Frequently Asked Questions

What is organic?

In simple terms, organic produce and other ingredients are grown without the use of pesticides, synthetic fertilizers, sewage sludge, genetically modified organisms, or ionizing radiation.

Why use organic and natural products?

There are many reasons to use organic and natural products, so the question should be why wouldn’t you use organic and natural products?  The main reason for switching to organic products is health.  Your body is like a sponge, absorbing things you put on it every day as well as absorbing particles floating in the air.  With certified products, you can be sure there are no nasty chemicals or synthetic ingredients to worry about.

What is organic farming?

Organic farming is based on working with nature rather than against it.  The main objectives are as follows:

• to keep and build good soil structure and fertility
• to control pests, diseases and weeds
• careful use of water resources
• good animal husbandry
• natural control of pests, diseases and weeds

The techniques used to achieve these objectives include:

• composted crop wastes and animal manures
• proper soil cultivation
• crop rotation
• green manures and legumes
• mulching on the soil surface
• the use of pest resistant crops
• good cultivation practices
• using useful predators that eat pests

What ingredients should I avoid in my personal products?

The following ingredients are suspected of causing skin irritations, allergic reactions and more serious health issues such as interference with hormone function and cancer.

• Diethanolamine (DEA), Monoethanolamine (MEA), Triethanolamine (TEA)
• Formaldahyde
• Mineral Oil
• Parabens (such as Methyl, Ethyl, Propyl and Butyl Paraben)
• Phthalates
• Propylene Glycol
• Sodium Lauryl/Laureth Sulfate
• Synthetic fragrances
• Isopropyl alcohol
• Imidazolidinyl Urea and Diazolidinyl Urea

Why are green cleaning products better?

Certified green cleaning products are 100% biodegradable and safe for humans, animals, and plants.  The ingredients are renewable and come from environmentally sustainable botanical sources. They contain:

• No Volatile Organic Compounds (VOC’s)
• No chlorine or bleach
• No caustic alkalais
• No biocides
• No harmful solvents
• No known carcinogens
• No known toxins