Technical Insights: A Critical Assessment of Natural & Organic Cosmetic StandardsOrganic Monitor Ltd.November 1, 2009 60 Pages - SKU: OM2511669 |
| With so many new natural & organic cosmetic standards being introduced, cosmetic companies, formulations and ingredient companies are becoming lost in this growing maze. This Technical Insights report critically reviews natural & organic standards, focusing on the permissible and prohibited ingredients, processes and formulation issues.
The report has been produced by a chartered chemist who has over 30 years experience in cosmetic formulations. A comparative analysis is undertaken of the various standards and their adoption implications. Key Questions Answered:
This report finds the number of natural & organic cosmetic standards is proliferating; however this technical analysis shows that prospects for a global unified standard appear low. This new Technical Insights report critically assesses the leading international natural & organic cosmetic standards. Standards covered include Ecocert, NaTrue, Soil Association, BDiH, ICEA, OASIS, NSF, NPA, IBD as well as the new European Cosmos initiative. A major finding is that although standards are gaining in popularity, adoption is mostly on a national basis. Very few standards have built a regional - let alone international - presence. Furthermore, the differences between the most popular standards in each region remain wide. The Technical Insights report is a practical guide for companies looking to adopt natural & organic cosmetic standards. It enables decisions to be made on the most appropriate standards, based on technical comparisons. It can be used to overcome the pitfalls and challenges of developing certified natural & organic ingredients / products. Profiles are given of companies that supply certifies ingredients as well as contract manufacturers & formulators of certified finished products. Research Methodology This Technical Insights report has been produced by a chartered chemist with over 30 years experience in cosmetic formulations. Analysis was undertaken by collecting information directly from certification agencies, ingredient suppliers, product developers & formulators as well as cosmetic manufacturers. Information was also gathered from technical seminars & workshops undertaken by Organic Monitor as well as trade & industry associations, industry observers and company visits. |
