Why certified organic skincare matters
At ishga, we believe organic and natural is best, but why? Let’s take a closer look at what it means for us to be organic and why it benefits your skin.
Soil Association Accreditation
ishga is proud to be Organic Certified by the Soil Association. This is a certification that has rigorous standards to be met and gain accreditation. When you see the COSMOS or Soil Association logo you can be reassured that every step of the manufacturing process has been thoroughly checked by unbiased auditors. This includes reviewing the entire manufacturing process, including sourcing of ingredients, formulation, packaging and premises.
What does organic mean in skincare?
To achieve certification, 95% of all plant and microbial ingredients must be organic.
Safe, certified skincare
Being certified by the Soil Association means that all our products contain natural, organic skin-loving ingredients.
When you buy a certified organic beauty product from ishga, you can be sure it excludes certain, potentially harmful ingredients that are commonly found in other skincare products.
1. No Genetically modified ingredients GMO
GMO are not confined to food and are common in many skin and beauty products. They are used to produce higher levels of certain ingredients. Non-GMO products are ideal for those with sensitive skin as they are less likely to cause an allergic reaction.
2. No parabens
Parabens are included in some skincare products as it helps to extend the shelf life of the product, preventing the growth of bacteria and mould. There has been evidence that parabens can mimic the effect of estrogen which can disrupt the normal function of the hormone system and can also cause skin sensitivities and allergies. ishga products contain no parabens.
3. No phthalates
Pthalates are a group of chemicals, controversial due to their impact on the endocrine system, which can disrupt our hormones. ishga products contain no phthalates.
4. No SLS – Sodim lauryl sulfate
Not to be confused with the safe ingredient SLES (Sodium laureth sulfate), SLS can cause skin irritation, which is bad news for those with sensitive skin or skin conditions such as eczema. SLS affects the proteins within the skin and over time can lead to skin becoming dry and cracked. ishga does not use SLS in products, only SLES, which you can read more about here.
5. No synthetic colours or dyes
Colours and dyes are often added to products to make them more visually appealing. We believe in the pure, unaltered healing power of nature. We don’t use colourings or dyes in our products as they are designed to deliver tangible results, and if they look good too, there’s a bonus!
6. No synthetic fragrances
Synthetic fragrances can cause the skin to become sensitive or allergic. The fragrance undergoes a chemical change once it comes into contact with the skin, which can then cause an allergic reaction. At ishga, the scents in our products only come from the organic essential oils used, such as lemongrass and lavender, which also contain skin-loving properties, so they do good and smell good!
If you want to make sure you are only buying certified organic, keep an eye out for this logo.
