Weleda
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How does Weleda
preserve its formulations?
All of our premier formulations are preserved with natural
ingredients. We use organic grain alcohol, natural essential
oils and pure plant extracts to maintain the life of our
products. Furthermore, our unique and recyclable packaging
protects each formulation and helps to prevent against
oxidation. As a result of these naturally effective
preservation techniques, it is not necessary to refrigerate
our products. All product life information can be found on
the inner and outer packaging.
Does Weleda use
any synthetic ingredients?
Weleda uses only natural oils and plant extracts. All Weleda
products are FREE of synthetic preservatives, fragrances,
colorants and raw materials derived from mineral oils, as
well as genetically modified organisms (GMO's). Weleda
products are instead FULL of the highest quality, pure and
natural ingredients for your body.
How does Weleda test the efficacy of its products?
Weleda does not test its ingredients or personal care
products on animals. It is unnecessary for us to do so, as
the plant materials that makeup our pure formulations have
been used internally and externally for countless centuries.
Long before animal-testing was introduced, all “testing” was
done on humans, establishing a system of trial and error.
Thus, many materials were established as safe and effective.
As a result, Weleda's use of raw materials has a long
history of safe usage. We ensure that our biodynamically
grown ingredients and those provided by our partners have
not been tested on animals.
What is biodynamic® cultivation?
Biodynamic® and organic farming methods are similar to one
another in that they both work to enhance the soil and
cultivate plants that are free of synthetic fertilizers and
pesticides. Biodynamic® cultivation, however, goes a step
further—beyond organic. Homeopathic preparations are used to
enhance the vitality of the plants. Each plant is harvested
by hand at its peak, according to the season, time of day,
and position of the planets in the universe. At Weleda, we
view the earth as an interconnected living organism. Plants,
animals and human beings have an inherent and beautiful
relationship with one another and their surroundings. Our
philosophy, “In harmony with nature and the human being,”
lies deep within the principle of biodynamics®.
Why do some
Weleda products contain alcohol?
In homeopathic remedies and tinctures, alcohol is
traditionally used to draw out the vital life forces of a
plant to create a botanical extract in a specific
concentration. Alcohol is also used as a natural
preservative in our formulations. Weleda uses organic grain
alcohol, which is naturally derived from fermented plant
sugars. We do not use Methyl or Propyl alcohol—also known as
rubbing alcohol.
What is the INCI?
The International Nomenclature for Cosmetic Ingredients (INCI)
is the system adopted by Weleda for labeling and declaring
our ingredients. The multilingual and multinational labeling
requirements implemented by the European Union require a
full declaration of ingredients on personal care packaging.
This labeling standard denotes all ingredients according to
their Latin (Chemical / Scientific) designation. Those
manufacturers following the INCI are therefore required to
label their ingredients as specified by the regulatory
board. All companies selling personal care products in
Europe, and most recently in Canada, are required by law to
list their ingredients according to the INCI. All
ingredients are listed by their quantity of
presence—greatest to least—in the product. Due to its full
ingredient disclosure policy, the INCI standards strive to
allow the consumer to make informed and healthy purchases,
helping him/her avoid any ingredients to which he/she may be
allergic.
How are natural
essential oils denoted on Weleda’s packaging?
According to the INCI labeling standards, all fragrances,
which, for Weleda represent all natural essential oils are
prefaced and denoted by* (From Natural Essential Oils).
According to the European Union Mediation Committee’s 2005
resolution, 26 fragrances—present in over 10ppm (parts per
million)—found to cause allergies in sensitive individuals,
must be declared on all personal care ingredient listings.
These fragrances are listed by their individual components
according to their chemical names. As a result, Rose Oil,
for instance, which contains over 400 components, many of
which have not even been discovered, is no longer listed as
“Rose Oil” on the packaging, but by its individual parts,
such as “Geraniol.”
While only 1-3% of the population has been found to have any
allergy to a fragrance, this regulation has been implemented
in order to inform those consumers will allergies of all
ingredients that make up a product. Most often, a person is
not allergic to the complete fragrance / essential oil, such
as Rose Oil, but rather its components.
Weleda uses all natural essential oils. By EU law, these
natural ingredients are listed under the same name and
designations as their synthetic counterparts, regardless of
their origin. Natural essential oils—particularly when
blended with other essential oils, rather than in isolated
form—are generally well-tolerated by the skin and provide
numerous physical and psychological benefits.
What is Glycerin and why does Weleda use it?
Glycerin is a threefold alcohol found in every fat. Weleda
uses Glycerin derived from Rape. Glycerin is produced
through the saponification process of vegetable oil and
soap. It regulates the absorption and release of water,
softening and smoothing the skin.
What is Lanolin and
why does Weleda use it?
Lanolin is a wax derived from the wool of sheep. The process
of extracting this wool does not harm the sheep in any way,
as the shearing of wool is a natural and necessary process.
Weleda uses the highest-quality Lanolin from sheep in
Australia and New Zealand. The Lanolin is cleaned to remove
any pesticide residues. We use Lanolin to nourish and
protect the skin. Lanolin contains natural fats that give it
an affinity to the skin, making it an ideal moisturizer.
What is Magnesium
Aluminum Silicate and why does Weleda use it?
Magnesium Aluminum Silicate (Fuller’s Earth) is a naturally
occurring mineral. Its name is the standard label applied to
natural earth of various origins. Other commonly known names
for this ingredient are Hectorite, Kaolin and White Clay.
This clay serves as a natural thickener commonly used to
hold ingredients together, providing a moisture-binding
effect. The molecules of Magnesium Aluminum Silicate are too
large to be absorbed through the skin, and it is a
dermatologically well-tolerated material. This clay helps to
remove impurities from the skin in Weleda’s body care
formulations and works as a gentle polisher in Weleda’s
toothpastes.
Does Weleda use
allergy-tolerated Wheat Starch or Gluten in its products?
Weleda's personal care products, including all oral care
products, are free of gluten. Some products are made with
Wheat Germ Oil, which does not pose as an allergy concern,
as the wheat protein, known as gluten, has been removed.
Weleda does use Wheat Starch/Gluten in the production of
many medicine tablets. Many Weleda tablets contain Wheat
Starch in a presence of up to 25 mg per tablet. In regards
to associated allergy-concerns for those suffering from
Celiac Disease, according to the German Celiac Disease
Society, after washing out the albumen fraction from the
wheat flour, the resulting pure wheat starch—containing less
than .05% residual nitrogen (the so-called primary wheat
starch)—may be declared as being gluten-free.
Why does Weleda use
Plastic bottles to package some of its products?
Weleda uses recyclable PET and PE/PP Plastic to package some
of it products, such as baby products, body lotions and body
washes to ensure safe and easy use of these products. The
plastic materials are shatterproof, making them especially
ideal for use in the shower and by parents for their babies.
What is the best way
to store Weleda products?
The best way to store Weleda’s products is away from direct
sunlight in a tepid environment that is neither extremely
cold or hot. It is also important that all products be
firmly sealed after each use. We recommend that you store
the products under these conditions to protect the pure
nature of the formulations.
What is Calendula,
and why does Weleda use it in its Baby Care formulations?
Calendula, also known as Marigold, is renowned for its
comforting and soothing properties. Weleda’s Calendula is
biodynamically grown and harvested in the Weleda Medicinal
Plant Gardens in Europe. As a result of the gently
nourishing and warming properties of this flower, it is
ideal for use on babies, children and all other delicate and
sensitive skin types.
What skin care
products are appropriate for use in the diaper area?
Use Weleda Calendula Baby Oil for cleansing the diaper area.
Then, apply Calendula Baby Cream for daily care. This
gentle, soothing cream helps create a protective barrier,
while allowing the skin to breathe. If a rash or irritation
is or has been present, use Weleda Calendula Diaper Care
instead. It contains Zinc Oxide and is perfect for
supporting the healing of a rash.
Why are Weleda
Toothpastes free of added fluoride?
Weleda does not include fluorides in its oral care products,
as an excessive quantity of fluoride can cause health risks.
Fluoride is naturally taken in through mineral water and
other sources. Thus, additional quantities are often not
needed. However, if extra fluoride is necessary to improve
health, this should be determined and prescribed by a health
practitioner.
What is Weleda
Ratanhia Mouthwash Concentrate, and how do I use it?
Weleda Ratanhia Mouthwash Concentrate is a refreshing
pick-me-up perfect for anytime of the day and is ideal to
clean and soothe your teeth and gums. To use this essential
formula, shake a few drops into a glass of water and rinse
or gargle. This mouthwash is highly concentrated, as one
bottle makes up to one-half gallon. It is recommended that
cold water be used for a refreshing mouthwash and warm water
for a sore throat gargle.
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