SOiL products are certified organic by ECOCERT, France. In South Africa there are no laws regulating the use of the word “organic” on skincare labels and there are many products on the market which claim to be organic. The reality is that unless a product is certified organic you cannot be sure whether it is truly organic. Our organic certification is issued by an independent third party (ECOCERT), who on an annual basis inspects our farming and processing facilities to ensure we meet strict organic requirements and remain truly organic-rather than just saying it.

Our Quality Essential Oils

SOiL is not merely a brand of essential oils. We don’t just buy in bulk and repackage for retail, we actually farm many of the plants we use and distil the oils on our organic farm in Zululand, South Africa. We understand essential oils intimately and know what determines quality and we demand this same quality from the other organic farmers who supply us.

What makes Certified Organic Essential Oils the Better Choice for You and the Environment?

When considering this answer, we need to reflect on the environment and the product. Environment: Growing our plants organically means that no chemicals ie. pesticides or fertilizers are used. It has been proven that using these chemicals kills off micro-organisms in the soil, therefore reducing soil diversity. These chemicals also pollute our groundwater, killing off fish and marine life as well as polluting our drinking water. By not using these chemicals results in nutrient rich, fertile soil, which nourishes the plants and protects water quality, plant life and wildlife. Therefore farming organically leads to a cleaner and more natural environment.

Product: Since it takes a great deal of plant material to create even a small amount of essential oil and due to the way that essential oils are produced, residues of pesticides in concentrated form may appear in the oil if not produced organically. Organic farming ensures that the end product is free of many of these residual toxins and results in a purer and more effective oil. Comforting to know when you consider that 60% of what you put onto your skin is absorbed into your body!

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