COSMOS Organic/Natural

Global · Est. 2010 · COSMOS-standard AISBL

COSMOS is the international standard for organic and natural cosmetics, harmonizing European certifications. It requires minimum organic content, prohibits synthetic chemicals like parabens and silicones, and mandates green chemistry processing.

What This Certification Means

  • ✓At least 20% organic ingredients (10% for rinse-off products)
  • ✓95% of plant ingredients must be organic
  • ✓Only approved green chemistry processes allowed
  • ✓Synthetic chemicals prohibited
  • ✓Environmentally friendly packaging required

How to Identify

Look for 'COSMOS ORGANIC' or 'COSMOS NATURAL' logo with certifying body name (Ecocert, Soil Association, etc.).

Chemical Restrictions

ChemicalStatus
ParabensBanned
SiliconesBanned
SyntheticfragranceBanned
PhthalatesBanned
PetroleumderivativesBanned (with limited exceptions)
GmosBanned
NanoparticlesRestricted

Applicable Product Categories

Personal Care & Beauty
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Governing Body

COSMOS-standard AISBL

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