Certified Organic Skincare in Chipping Campden

1. Introduction

Botanicals was launched in 2004 and was one of the first UK organic skincare brands to become licensed with the Soil Association under its ‘Health and Beauty Standard’. So it’s fair to say that we are pioneers in certified organic skincare.

Botanicals started life in a restored stable block in rural Leicestershire, where we first created Botanicals’ unique, holistic approach to health and well-being, using the natural beauty and energy of the surrounding countryside as our inspiration.

As organic formulators, we believe that beauty comes not only from the care and nourishment of the skin but also from the emotional and energetic benefits of vital plant essences.

Since 2004, we have dedicated our time and skills to researching, developing and producing a full range of completely natural, certified organic skincare products - for both retail and professional use - that have won consumer praise and industry awards, reinforcing our belief that nature really does know best.

From the outset, we have based the development of our products on strict performance and ethical standards, offering ecological products derived solely from sustainable natural sources – to deliver amazing results.

Today, Botanicals has evolved as an award-winning organic skincare brand, which is increasingly becoming the practitioner’s choice for salon and spa treatments.

We believe that in a professional salon environment, the choice of products should be carefully considered; to be as close to nature as possible, deliver clearly visible results, smell amazing, and be a sheer pleasure to use.

Botanical products meet each of these criteria and more. They are produced to the strictest standards for organic integrity, offer exceptional skincare benefits, help to heal as nature intended, and give peace of mind to both therapist and client – without compromising on efficacy.

2. Botanicals philosophy

At Botanicals, we believe that consumers deserve the right to fully understand what they are putting on their skin.

Our aim is very simple: to provide a range of exceptional organic skincare products and treatments. Through the combined power of their aroma, feel and therapeutic effects, our pure and natural skin care products stimulate both body and mind by promoting personal and environmental health and well-being.

We believe that our organic and artisan approach sets us apart from conventional, mass-produced skincare brands.

3. Soil Association certification

Botanicals is one of very few companies specialising in body and skincare products to have its entire range certified by the Soil Association, the world’s most stringent and well-respected certification body.

The Soil Association is the UK’s largest organic certifier; you can find their symbol on over 70% of organic products from food to textiles, and now the health and beauty industry.

Unlike food, there is no legal requirement for the use of the term ‘organic’ in skincare. Meaning that any brand can label a product as organic - even if it only contains tiny amounts of organic ingredients. And even when the product contains other ingredients that are linked to health concerns - and prohibited under organic standards.

We have genuine concerns about the over-use of toxic chemicals - for both human health and the natural environment. Becoming a Soil Association licensee shows our commitment to championing change for a greener and cleaner planet.

The Soil Association standards are based on principles that require the maximum percentage of organic ingredients, minimal synthetic ingredients, minimum processing of ingredients and clear labelling.

To comply with the standards, ingredients must be certified organic, or from sustainably produced natural sources. They must also be safe - from both a human health and environmental perspective - and be fully biodegradable and certified non-GM.