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A rapidly growing number of cosmetic brands are labelled as "organic" or "natural". But many claims are misleading.

“Organic” products may contain just a tiny amount of certified organic ingredients – or none at all. So-called "natural" products can also contain an array of synthetic ingredients.

Highlights of this report


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Product claims


We found some surprising ingredients listed in products labelled "organic" or "natural". Read more

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Products compared


Find out which products contain synthetic preservatives and those with eco-labels. Read more

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Baby-product concerns


We're concerned about some mother and baby products. Read more

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