FAQs

“Natural” is not defined by the FDA, meaning it is a marketing term that can be defined in lots of ways. “Organic” isn’t defined by the FDA for cosmetics. We opt to not be confusing or manipulative, and we don’t claim to be either natural or organic. Instead, we are working hard to offer customization options so you have control over what you put on your skin, whatever your preference.

Resource: https://www.fda.gov/cosmetics/labeling/claims/ucm203078.htm

All products are potent in pigment and dye to serve the needs of both dark and fair skin complexions. Weak pigment and dye concentrations are less likely to show on dark skin, but the high concentrations in our Colors do. You can’t make a Color more potent, but you can dilute Colors by using the Unattached Element as a Color. The Dye Colors are the most apt to stain skin, not necessarily because they are stronger. Their nature is to stain. If you are concerned about stains, you can try diluting, using only a tiny amount of Dyes in your formulas or omit using that Color altogether.

The mixing bags are the easiest, most thorough, and safest means of mixing the Colors and the Elements. Mixing in a palette, a bowl, or with a pestle/mortar can can get messy, waste product, and potentially expose you to dust that you do not want to inhale. You will also have to clean and disinfect between each client. Though blenders are acceptable to mix Colors, we do not recommend them for mixing because the sharp blades will destroy certain functional ingredients in Elements.