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💚 Information on our natural cosmetics
Many men wonder exactly what the terms natural cosmetics and organic cosmetics are all about. In the world of cosmetics, there are basically two main categories of products: Conventional cosmetics and natural cosmetics. Conventional cosmetics are not automatically bad, but often contain questionable and critical ingredients on a synthetic basis. Well-known examples of this are synthetic fragrances, which can promote and cause allergies, as well as inferior preservatives and petroleum-based ingredients. While manufacturers of conventional cosmetics have more leeway when it comes to the ingredients used, manufacturers of natural and organic cosmetics have to do without many critical ingredients. This applies in particular to natural cosmetics and organic cosmetics with European certification. So if a man is not familiar with the ingredients and does not want to concern himself intensively with them, then natural cosmetics for men with European certification are a safe choice to keep a large number of questionable ingredients away from his own skin.
Organic cosmetics are a step up from natural cosmetics. Organic cosmetics are virtually the Champions League of natural cosmetics and must meet stricter requirements regarding the origin of the ingredients used. Note: Natural cosmetics for men must contain a high proportion of plant-based ingredients. In the case of organic cosmetics for men, a high proportion of the plant-based ingredients must also come from controlled organic farming!
As there is no standardized regulation for the term natural cosmetics, the best you can do is orientate yourself on the corresponding natural cosmetics certificates and quality seals. At MR HANDSOME you will find an exquisite selection of authentic natural cosmetics for men with European certification. So you can be sure that only honest, safe and high-quality natural cosmetics for men come into contact with your skin.
The majority our natural cosmetic products for men are vegan. There are a few products that use beeswax or honey from certified organic farming. In principle, the following applies to certified natural cosmetics: Animal ingredients are only permitted if they are not part of the animal, but are produced by the animal itself, i.e. milk and honey, and our natural cosmetics for men are guaranteed to be produced without animal testing and without animal suffering. You can also see on each product page whether a product is vegan.
🌱 How natural cosmetics impact your skin
The main reasons for buying natural cosmetic products include the ingredients and manufacturing processes used. Our certified natural and organic cosmetics for men are free from synthetic colorants, fragrances and preservatives. Natural and organic cosmetics are also free from silicones, parabens, kerosenes and other petroleum-based ingredients. Natural and organic cosmetics not only take special care of your skin, but also of the environment. Natural cosmetic products are made with plant-based oils and extracts, ingredients from controlled organic cultivation and guaranteed without animal testing. At MR HANDSOME, our natural cosmetics for men are 100% Made in Europe!
Natural cosmetics contain different active ingredients to conventional skincare products and your skin needs some time to get used to them. When switching to natural cosmetics, it takes around 2-4 weeks for your skin to renew itself and get used to the new ingredients. Especially during this transition period, skin reactions and minor blemishes can occur. You should keep calm here: This is completely normal and will stop again. As soon as your skin has got used to natural cosmetics, it will thank you in the long term! Avoiding questionable ingredients pays off in the long term and leads to a healthier complexion and increased well-being of your skin.
Have you opted for a conscious and natural lifestyle and want to switch to natural cosmetics? Great, we can help you! To start with, you should go through your bathroom and sort out all products that are not natural cosmetics. However, it is not at all necessary to dispose of them immediately! It's neither good for the environment nor for your wallet. Above all, you should use up all the products that you particularly like using and then think about the areas in which you want to make the switch. A step-by-step approach makes perfect sense. Try to gradually replace all products with natural cosmetics, starting with your face and body care, for example, and it is important that you gradually replace all products in your bathroom with natural cosmetics. You can start with your facial care, for example, and as soon as your skin has become accustomed to the new care products, tackle other areas, e.g. hair care and body care!
European quality
What sets our natural cosmetics for men apart
The following criteria apply to all our natural cosmetic products for men:1. Animal testing is prohibited in principle and without exception2. Critical ingredients such as genetically modified organisms (GMOs), parabens, phenoxyethanol, nanoparticles, silicones, mineral oils and PEGs are prohibited3. Synthetic fragrances and colorants are prohibited4. Ingredients derived from slaughtered or living vertebrates are prohibited without exception5. Processed agricultural ingredients must be of plant, animal or microbiological origin. Animal ingredients are only permitted if they are naturally produced by the animal but are not themselves part of the animal, e.g. honey.6 Packaging must be reusable, recyclable and/or recycled as far as possible and reduced to a minimum. Packaging must be reviewed every three years and further improved where possible.7. the manufacturers of our certified natural cosmetics for men must ensure environmentally friendly, safe and fair production processes.
What do the seals and certificates mean?
For certified natural cosmetics or organic cosmetics for men, we show the respective certificate transparently on the product page. The certificates of our natural cosmetics for men are clearly presented.
Among the world leaders
Ecocert certificates
Ecocert was founded in France in 1991 and is one of the world's largest certification bodies for natural cosmetics. Ecocert's most important requirement is that the ingredients are obtained from renewable resources and produced using sustainable process technologies. In addition, a number of critical ingredients are prohibited. The following ingredients are not permitted in Ecocert-certified products: genetically modified ingredients (GMOs), parabens, phenoxyethanol, nanoparticles, silicones, PEGs, synthetic fragrances and colorants as well as animal products. There are two different Ecocert certificates: Ecocert Cosmos Natural for natural cosmetics and Ecocert Cosmos Organic for organic cosmetics. The differences are as follows:
Ecocert certified natural cosmetics
All ingredients meet the COSMOS standard and are of natural origin, with the exception of a limited list of ingredients that are permitted in small quantities, such as preservatives. The percentage of ingredients of natural origin is displayed transparently on the label. There is no specific requirement regarding the percentage of ingredients from certified organic farming.
Ecocert certified organic cosmetics
In addition to the conditions for natural cosmetics: at least 95% of the plant-based ingredients come from controlled organic farming and the proportion of organic ingredients in the entire formulation is at least 20%. There is an exception for washable products, where 10% is sufficient. The percentage of ingredients from controlled organic farming is shown on the label.
Safe organic cosmetics
Cosmebio certificates
Cosmebio was founded in France in 2002 and is a trade association with over 500 member companies for natural, ecological and organic cosmetics. Cosmebio sets strict requirements for its organic cosmetics. These include environmentally friendly and low-emission production and processing of cosmetic products and their ingredients, transparent communication of the ingredients used to consumers and a ban on critical ingredients. Mineral oil-based ingredients such as kerosenes, silicones and PEGs are banned, as are the majority of synthetic preservatives such as parabens and phenoxyethanol.
Cosmebio certified natural cosmetics
All ingredients meet the COSMOS standard. At least 95% of the ingredients must be of natural origin.
Cosmebio certified organic cosmetics
At least 95% of the ingredients must be of natural origin. At least 95% of the botanical ingredients must be organic. At least 10% of the total formulation must be organic.
Cosmebio organic cosmetics+
All ingredients meet the COSMOS standard. At least 95% of the ingredients must be of natural origin. At least 95% of the plant-based ingredients must be organically grown. At least 20% of the total formulation must be organic, 10% for washable products.
Made in Germany
BDIH certificate
The abbreviation BDIH stands for "Bundesverband deutscher Industrie- und Handelsunternehmen" and is a German certification organization. The seal was developed in 2001 on the initiative of natural cosmetics manufacturers and has been awarded ever since. The BDIH has been part of COSMOS since 2017 and only awards new certificates with the COSMOS suffix. The BDIH also sets strict requirements for natural and organic cosmetics. At least 60% of all cosmetics of a brand to which the certified product belongs must fulfill the DBIH criteria. The criteria include:1. artificial colorants, fragrances, silicones, kerosenes and other petroleum-based products are prohibited2. Fifteen plant-based ingredients must always come from certified organic farming: Shea butter, calendula, chamomile, soy, sunflower, peppermint, olive, rosehip, rosemary, sage, sesame, jojoba oil, nettle, coconut oil, palm oil3. Raw materials from dead vertebrates are prohibited. Substances produced by animals are permitted (e.g. honey)4. Animal testing is generally prohibited5. Salts, acids and alkalis may be used6. Products must be manufactured in an environmentally friendly and resource-saving manner7. Genetically modified ingredients are prohibited8. Packaging materials must be made of recyclable materials and used sparinglyEvery product that applies for the BDIH certificate is independently tested and inspected.
BDIH certified organic cosmetics
All ingredients meet the COSMOS standard. At least 95% of the ingredients must be of natural origin. At least 95% of the plant-based ingredients must be organically grown. At least 20% of the total formulation must be organic, 10% for washable products.
