Natural & Organic

Natural & Organic

In intimate cosmetics, the word natural is not regulated and the word organic is, but only in part. Knowing how to distinguish what supports each claim is the only thing that makes this section an informed purchase.

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What each term means

Natural has no legal definition in cosmetics. A product can be called natural with a low percentage of plant-based ingredients, so the word alone does not provide information.

Ecológico u orgánico does imply a certified growing method, but it applies to the ingredients, not the product. A lubricant can contain organically grown aloe and be 90 percent something else.

Vegano means no ingredients of animal origin or derivatives. It is the easiest statement to verify and the most specific of the three.

That is why what is useful is not the word on the front label, but the seal and the percentage.

How to read the stamps

  • COSMOS Organic. The most demanding European standard. It sets a minimum of organic ingredients out of the total agricultural ingredients and restricts processes and packaging.
  • COSMOS Natural. Certifies natural origin without requiring the ecological threshold. It is one step below and is still verifiable.
  • Ecocert y otros organismos. Certifiers that audit under the COSMOS standard. Seeing the name of the certifier next to the seal is a good sign.
  • Sellos sin organismo detrás. A green leaf drawn by the brand does not certify anything. If there is no name of the certifying entity, it is design.

The definitive test is the declared percentage. A serious product indicates something like 98 percent ingredients of natural origin and 20 percent organic ingredients out of the total. One who only says natural in a big way and nothing in a small way is not saying anything.

What to look for within the list

The list of ingredients is in descending order of quantity, so the first five are the product.

In lubricants in this section, positive signs are a purified water or aloe base, a plant-based thickener such as xanthan gum or cellulose, and a short preservative system. The warning signs are high glycerin, because it is a fermentable sugar that can alter the vaginal flora, and generic perfume, which is the most common cause of reaction.

In oils and candles, a pure vegetable oil of sweet almond, jojoba or fractionated coconut nourishes; a mineral oil just slides. Neither is compatible with latex condoms.

What also counts and is often forgotten

The conversation about natural focuses on formulas, but there are three more fronts.

El material de los juguetes. Medical grade silicone is inert, non-porous and does not release substances; It is the cleanest option although it is not sold as natural. Borosilicate glass and stainless steel are equally inert and practically eternal, and that durability is the strongest ecological argument there is: what is not replaced is not made twice.

La energía. A rechargeable toy avoids dozens of alkaline batteries over its lifetime.

El envase. One large refillable format generates less waste than five small bottles, and the glass is recyclable indefinitely.

About biodegradable

A biodegradable ingredient decomposes under suitable conditions, which usually means an industrial facility and not a common bin or container. It is a real advantage in water treatment, and not an authorization to flush anything down the toilet.

Wipes, even those declared biodegradable, go in the trash and never in the toilet.

Where to continue

Gentle care formulas are in Natural & Organic, plant-based lubricants in Natural Oil & Lubes, glycerin-free daily formulas in Water-Based, oils and candles in Massage Oils & Candles, latex-free barriers in Latex Free, and hemp products in CBD Collection.

What each label claim guarantees

This is the table to have in front of you when comparing two boats. The middle column is the one that usually surprises.

Affirmation What does it guarantee What it does not guarantee How to verify it
Natural Nothing by itself Neither purity nor tolerance Reading the full list
Certified Organic Controlled agricultural origin Let it be 100% Seal and body number
Vegan No animal ingredients Let it be soft Logo of the certifying entity
Paraben free Absence of that preservative Don't bring others Searching for the replacement in the list
Hypoallergenic Lower probability of reaction Lack of reaction Forearm test
Biodegradable Content degradation Let the packaging be Standard cited on the label

A short ingredient list remains the best practical indicator, above any cover claims.

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Frequently asked questions

Is the word natural regulated?

Not in cosmetics. Any product can be called natural without meeting a specific threshold, so the claim alone does not provide verifiable information.

What does certified organic mean?

That a part of the ingredients of agricultural origin come from controlled organic farming and that an independent body audits it. The actual percentage appears next to the seal, not on the cover.

Is a product without preservatives safer?

Not necessarily. A formula with water needs a preservative to avoid contamination; What is reasonable is that you have one that is well tolerated, not that you don't have any.

Does coconut oil serve as a lubricant?

It slides well, but it degrades the latex and is not suitable for those prone to flora imbalances. For regular internal use, a formula designed for mucosa is better.

How do you test a new product?

A small amount on the forearm and 24 hours of waiting. The mucosa absorbs much faster and tolerates much less than the skin of the arm.

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