Organic skincare labels can be easier to understand when you separate ingredient sourcing, certification and suitability for your own skin. In this Friendly Turtle EcoBlog guide, we revisit the differences between natural, organic, vegan and cruelty-free beauty, and explain why they are not interchangeable. The article looks at recognised certification, the distinction between COSMOS organic and natural, and the value of checking claims against the exact product rather than relying on a logo alone. Learn how preservatives help protect a formula, and why a natural ingredient is not automatically safer, and a synthetic ingredient is not automatically harmful. You can explore the certification schemes and beauty blogs mentioned in the guide, with practical advice on reading labels, checking current product information and choosing formulas you can use comfortably.
