EcoCert Product Line
Premiere Personal Care & Spa Product
What is ECOCERT?
ECOCERT was established in France in 1991. It is a certifying agency accredited by COFRAC—Comite Francais d’Accreditation— the French Committee for Accreditation. It has successfully established a standard for formulating natural and organic skincare. The standards imparted by ECOCERT require that products be manufactured using substantial quantities of natural and organic ingredients procured using environmentally friendly processes. Furthermore, ECOCERT prohibits processes that are regarded as unsustainable, such as ethoxylation and genetic engineering. ECOCERT requires that each ingredient used in a product be traceable back to its source and that the farming methods, extraction methods and packaging are acceptable to the agency.
What is the difference between ECOCERT and USDA Organic?
USDA is the United States Department of Agriculture, the agency of government under which organic standards are enforced. CCOF and QAI are just two of over 50 certification agencies that certify material according to the NOP (National Organic Program) for the USDA. These agencies certify food products only and while many food products can be used in skin, body and hair care (for example: honey, sea salt, lavender), there are many natural and organic ingredients that are not recognized by the USDA because they are not considered food. Likewise, there are several safe and natural methods used to obtain raw materials used in skincare that are permitted by ECOCERT and not applicable to the USDA. ECOCERT is a worldwide certifier of organic farming products, and is accredited to certify organic ingredients according to the NOP standards under the USDA. It has become a leader in organic certification standards and currently certifies over 70% of the producers in France. ECOCERT is a non-government agency that has extended beyond agriculture to include the other industries. Recognizing the need for standards in the development of natural skincare, ECOCERT defined a requirement level for manufacturers who make products with respect to the natural substances and the environment. ECOCERT currently certifies in over 80 countries providing two certifications: ECOCERT Natural and ECOCERT Natural and Organic.
Why did Prima Fleur choose to become an ECOCERT manufacturer?
Prima Fleur was one of the first custom and private label labs to formulate with natural ingredients, import essential oils, and focus on therapeutic quality product above cosmetic quality. Among the essential oils we import, there are many certified by ECOCERT. We trust the ECOCERT logo represents purity and excellence. When ECOCERT began certifying personal care products in addition to agricultural products, the entire industry took note. ECOCERT’s global influence has positively affected the growing and processing methods of raw material suppliers. The ECOCERT guidelines have a scientific basis and allow practical application. Now, ECOCERT will join forces with BIOFORUM (Belgium), COSMEBIO (France), BDIH (Germany), ICEA (Italy) and SOIL ASSOCIATION (United Kingdom) under the umbrella, COSMOS (COSMetics Organic and natural Standard.) This will cover certification in more than 38 countries.
Lastly, we recognize the demand for USDA Organic products and are positioned to meet it. We will soon be able to custom develop products that meet the requirements outlined by the NOP as well as ECOCERT. For clients who wish to bear the USDA Organic seal on their label, we will be certified to manufacturer their products in accordance to these regulations.
What are the requirements for products?
- 100% of ingredients comply with their standards
- At least 95% of total ingredients are natural or of natural origin
- No more than 5% of total ingredients can come from synthetic molecules, which are considered indispensible to the formulation. They must comply with a list of acceptable ingredients and the method used to obtain these ingredients must be the same used to obtain the natural ingredients.
| Label | % of plant ingredients derived from Organic Farming | % of TOTAL Organic Ingredients |
|---|---|---|
| Natural | At least 50% | At least 5% |
| Natural and Organic | At least 95% | At least 10% |
The following synthetics are prohibited: Synthetic Colorants, Perfumes, Dyes, Anti-Oxidants, Emollients, Oils and Fats, Silicones, Petrochemicals, any ingredient which cannot be naturally produced.
If I order your ECOCERT products, can I use the ECOCERT seal on my label?
When a client purchases any of our ECOCERT products, they are assured the highest quality product on the market. If a client is repackaging, private labeling or reselling the product and wishes to use the ECOCERT seal for marketing purposes, it is necessary for the client to contact ECOCERT directly to establish their own relationship with the agency. ECOCERT is committed to transparent traceability, which means that each product can be traced back to the manufacturer and each ingredient can be traced back to the vendor, the farmer, and the farming practices. If a client wishes to present ECOCERT on their label, ECOCERT needs to have documentation of the business, the product name, the type of packaging and verification that the label accurately reflects the contents of the package. To contact ECOCERT, visit www.ecocert.com.
ECOCERT Product Line
| Skin Care | |||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CLEANSE (CRÈME): Gentle, pure, and effective with all botanical ingredients, no synthetic waxes, fragrances, emollients, or preservatives. Rejuvenating and revitalizing, each cleanser will leave the skin thoroughly cleansed and perfectly balanced. | |||||||||
| Item | Product | ||||||||
| 1201 | STRESS RELIEVING CLEANSING CRÈME TONIC | ||||||||
| 1202 | GOTU KOLA & CYPRESS PORE REFINING CLEANSER | ||||||||
| 1208 | REJUVENATING FACE CRÈME CLEANSER | ||||||||
| 1205 | DAMASCENA & WHITE TEA ANTIOXIDANT FACE MASQUE | ||||||||
| MOISTURIZE: Transformative cremes and lotions using the ultimate in luxury ingredients for antioxidant protection, moisture retention, brightening, firming, and nourishing. | |||||||||
| Item | Product | ||||||||
| 1203 | RADIANCE DAY AND NIGHT FACE CRÈME | ||||||||
| 1207 | FACIAL TREATMENT OIL FOR SENSITIVE SKIN | ||||||||
| 1206 | PURIFYING FACIAL TREATMENT OIL | ||||||||
| Body Care | |||||||||
| MOISTURIZE: Your body needs natural. Nourish and protect with vegetable oils high in linoleic acids and and other protective botanical waxes, deeply penetrating healing herbs, fresh vegetable oils and gentle aromatic California hydrosols from organic flowers and herbs. | |||||||||
| Item | Product | ||||||||
| 1204 | RHATANY HEEL-ALL FOOT CRÈME | ||||||||
| 1211 | OMEGA NOURISHING BODY LOTION | ||||||||
| MAINTAIN: Specifically formulated seaweed or glycerin-based gels for the sensitive eye area containing no synthetic waxes, fragrances, or other irritants. Gentle delivery systems to reduce puffiness, hold moisture, reduce dark circles and re-build collagen. | |||||||||
| Item | Product | ||||||||
| 1209 | ORANGE BLOSSOM EYE CONTOUR GEL | ||||||||
