FAQ
Why grape seeds?
The Grapeseed Company's beauty products feature expeller-pressed grape seed oil, a natural byproduct of the wine making process. Usually thrown away after making wine, our grape seeds recycled and pressed to create an oil. This ecologically sound oil is rich in antioxidants, vitamins and resveratrol. Grape seeds help fight free radical damage, the signs of aging, and heal skin exposed to natural elements. Grape seeds are rich in polyphenols, which have been linked to cancer prevention and anti-aging treatments in medical research. Applied topically, grape seed oil is known for it’s light, nutrient rich composition; an ideal choice for all skin types.
What does it mean to be organic?
Organic means that the natural ingredients are grown without chemicals, pesticides or artificial fertilizers. The Grapeseed Company’s products range from 70 to over 90% certified organic ingredients. Certified Organic Ingredients have been evaluated by an organic certification agency that examines growing conditions and final product.
If your products are 70-90% organic, what’s the other 10-30%?
The simple answer is natural ingredients that are either not available organically or are exorbitantly expensive in the organic form. All other ingredients are either naturally derived or used as less than 1% in the formulation and are needed to preserve the product. We believe in full disclosure on ingredients, and list everything on our product labels and website so you can make an informed choice before purchasing. All oils are naturally expeller-pressed instead of solvent extracted. All colors come from the natural ingredients; there are no artificial additives or filler ingredients. We do not use water in our products; water is natural, but also a cheap filler that causes bacteria growth and the need for harsh preservatives.
What’s the shelf life?
The Grapeseed Company products are freshest when used within 12-18 months from opening the bottle. The cobalt blue packaging was selected specifically to work with the essential oils as a preservative by blocking light and keeping the ingredients fresh. Products will stay fresh longer if water is kept out of the container.
Is your packaging environmentally friendly?
Yes, not only is the cobalt blue packaging attractive, it is 100% recyclable PET plastic or glass. Our gift boxes and bags are made from recycled materials and can be re-used or recycled. The soy candle packaging can be recycled or washed and re-used when the candle has burned down. Soy candle packaging may also be returned clean to The Grapeseed Company to be refilled.
What is a natural fragrance?
Natural fragrances come from essential oils, fruit and plant essences. Many cosmetic products use fragrance oils or perfumes, which can irritate sensitive skin and noses. Fragrance oils are synthetic chemicals formulated to make an odor. The Grapeseed Co. uses only natural fragrances and is know for their signature scents: blends of botanically derived fruit and plant oils with added aromatherapy benefits. Please see scent descriptions for further info.
Do you test on animals?
No, we have a team of willing and able human participants that eagerly test our products. The exception is our Dirty Dog Organics line, which for obvious reasons is tested on dogs (and believe it or not, people have tested it too!)
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