DECISION CRITERIA
HOW DO WE DECIDE WHAT GOES INTO OUR PRODUCTS?
Many factors such as effectiveness, tolerability and origin play a major role for us when selecting our ingredients. We often have to weigh up which aspects we give more weight to. That's not easy! We have explained exactly how we select our raw materials in our decision-making process. You can find an explanation of the individual steps below the graphic.
THIS IS HOW WE SELECT OUR RAW MATERIALS:
1. Does the raw material correspond to our company philosophy and meet the following criteria?
- Vegan & Animal Friendly
- Silicone-free & mineral oil-free
- As natural as possible, synthetic only if essential due to the mode of action
- highest possible biodegradability
- Free of PEG ( polyethylene glycol - free)
- Free from water-soluble synthetic polymers & microplastics
- Free of nanoparticles
- Free from drying alcohols
- Free from aggressive surfactants
- Free from parabens and irritating preservatives
- Free from synthetic fragrances
- Free from unnecessary fillers and additives
If one of these criteria cannot be met, the raw material will not be used.
2. Is the raw material from controlled organic farming?
Organic raw materials are preferred. Exception: If the raw material cannot be obtained due to long delivery times or current availability, a conventional quality can be used temporarily. For example, if a product launch is at risk or the product could sell out too quickly.
3. How regional is the raw material?
If the raw material is available regionally (at least within Europe), it is preferred. The more regional a raw material is, the better. Exception: If the raw material cannot be obtained due to long delivery times or current availability, an alternative quality can be used temporarily. For example, if a product launch is at risk or the product could sell out too quickly.
4. Is the raw material palm oil free?
Palm oil-free raw materials are preferred, with the exception of increased use of coconut, soy, sunflower or rapeseed oil. The use of coconut, soy, sunflower and rapeseed oil would result in a massively higher land requirement.
5. Examination of ecological and social criteria
If raw materials containing palm oil are used, they must meet strict ecological and social criteria and have appropriate certification.
6. Raw material evaluation according to CSR
In this step, the raw material is evaluated according to CSR aspects. This includes responsibility under social, ecological and economic aspects in relation to the environment and society.
7. Commodity valuation by performance
Evaluation of the raw material according to its performance in the application test. Criteria such as:
After all criteria (steps 1-7) have been evaluated, the new ingredient is finally determined.
DO YOU HAVE RAW MATERIALS THAT COULD SUIT US?
Is your business the fair and sustainable production of great raw materials? And do you have the impression that your company could be a good fit for us? Then contact us directly. We are always happy to receive new, valuable input and are also happy to support smaller producers.
Our customer care team looks forward to meeting you.