What are Australian Certified Organic cosmetics?
Australian Certified Organic cosmetics and skincare products contain more than 95% certified organic ingredients. The remaining small percentage (maximum 5%) of non-organic ingredients must be naturally produced plant products and/or natural, non toxic preservatives/additives.
The importance of choosing ‘certified organic’ cosmetics carefully
Choosing organic cosmetics is not always easy if you don’t know what you are looking for. There are a number of organic certifier’s world-wide and each one certifies cosmetic products to a different set of standards. Some permit just 10% organic ingredients, while others demand a high level, up to 95%. Different amounts of organic ingredients allowed under different standards means some cosmetic products may not match consumers’ organic expectations.
Consumers choosing products that are certified ‘Australian Certified Organic’ (ACO) need not worry. The standards which ACO certifies to are recognised as some of the most stringent organic standards for cosmetics internationally.
Recognising 'Australian Certified Organic' cosmetics
Any time you see this logo, whether on food or cosmetic products, you can be assured the product contains a minimum of 95% certified organic ingredients, with all ingredients naturally sourced and derived.
ACO certified cosmetics are accepted by most major trading countries without any additional requirements including EU, US and Asian countries.
Made with certified organic ingredients (more than 70% less than 95% organic ingredient content)
Savvy shoppers can also look for a more natural alternative by seeking products which are ‘made with certified organic ingredients’. While these products cannot be certified organic under ACO standards they contain a minimum of 70% certified organic ingredients and the remaining ingredients are also derived from natural sources.
Looking for the right certification on your skincare is the best start to a truly natural body!
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