understanding your product labels
We believe that understanding your label is the easiest way to understand what you are putting on your hair.
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Cosmetic labels contain symbols, regain information as well as products instructions and information, take a look at our quick guide below to start understanding your product labels better.
Certified Vegan
This logo indicates that the product has been certified 'Vegan' by the vegan society.
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The green dot
This symbol lets the consumer know that the manufacturer contributes to the cost of recycling of the packaging.
Period after opening
The product must be used within the time frame indicated on the jar in months.
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Recyclable packaging
The recycle logo is used to show that the container the product came in is recyclable.
Cruelty Free
This indicates that the product has been certified 'Cruelty Free' by Cruelty free international.
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Certified organic
this Is certification from the Soil Association that proves a product has met COSMOS standards
Flammable
This indicates that the product is flammable and should not be exposed to high heat or naked flames.
FAIRTRADE Sourced Ingredient (FSI)
When a product has multiple ingredients, but only one* of them is on Fairtrade terms.
Estimated volume
This means he amount of product listed on the label is estimated.
recyclable glass
This indicates the glass packaging can be recycled as part of your home recycling.
symbols you may find on your products
legal information
required
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​The name & address of the company or individual (the‘Responsible Person’)
​Country of origin if imported
The net content by weight or volume
‘Date of minimum durability'
(Best before end/ Period after opening)
Instructions for use
Function/description of the product
Batch number or reference
A list of ingredients under the word ‘Ingredients’
Precautions and Warnings
reading the
ingredients list
Ingredients are listed in quantity order, the higher up the list the ingredients the larger the amount in your product.
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Ingredients on a product list are often listed in their INCI name - these are the systematic names internationally recognised across the world.
INCI names can be very different to the products common name.
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Common name : Coconut oil
INCI name: Cocos Nucifera
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additional
information
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​Information on required storage conditions
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Informational symbols
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Certification stamps
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Product benefits
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Period after opening
The product must be used within the time frame indicated on the jar in months.