CEELA NATURALS
Science Based
Our products are free of common allergens. We do not use any chemical preservatives, emulsifiers, or detergents. Our products are vegan and made with organic ingredients where possible. We do not add fragrances. Where beneficial, we use CLA (conjugated linoleic acid) in our formulations.
Forever Chemicals
Our skin is home to bacteria, fungi and viruses that are called the skin microbiome. These microorganisms protect us from pathogens and help strengthen our immune system.
Many scientists have proposed that the recent introduction of chemicals that do not quickly break down in the environment are a major concern. chemicals commonly used as a preservative can act as a bactericide/ fungicide which may be harmful to humans and the environment.
Parabens, for example, are widely used as preservatives in cosmetics. Some studies have raised questions about their effects, and the U.N. Environment Programme has listed several parabens as potential endocrine-disrupting chemicals (U.N. Environment 2017). The CDC has also reported widespread exposure to parabens in the U.S. population:
In a recent study CDC scientists found Methylparaben and propylparaben in the urine of most of the people tested, indicating widespread exposure to these parabens in the U.S. population. Females had several-fold higher concentrations of methylparaben and propylparabens than males, which likely reflect the greater use of products containing parabens.
In many ways, Europe is ahead of the USA when it comes to recognizing and banning certain harmful, man-made chemicals. However, several large US based companies have recently pledged to remove “forever” chemicals from their products.
While a great deal is not yet understood, it is the position of Ceela Naturals that chemical preservatives, surfactants, and emulsifiers are unnecessary and potentially harmful in skin care products. So, we don’t use them.
OUR BEST SELLERS
