Collection: Skin care

The main difference between clean skin care and conventional skin care is the absence of potentially harmful ingredients such as parabens, sulfates, and phthalates. All of these ingredients are commonly found in conventional skin care products.At Credo Beauty, we pride ourselves on our industry-leading standards and rigorous vetting process, ensuring that the clean products we offer are not only effective but also safer and more sustainable. Each product we offer adheres to The Credo Clean Standard™, excluding any ingredient that could potentially pose health or environmental risks. Additionally, we enforce sustainability and packaging requirements for our brands to reduce their ecological impact.

Organic skin care must meet strict standards that are legally established by the U.S. Department of Agriculture via the USDA Organic program. Natural skin care doesn't have a legal definition, but prioritizes natural and naturally-derived ingredients. Clean beauty also lacks a legal definition, which is why we at Credo Beauty have established industry-leading clean standards which bans over 2700 ingredients that can potentially be harmful to your skin or the environment.

Clean skin care products have a range of potential skin health benefits, from reducing irritation and redness to repairing the skin's barrier and triggering fewer allergies. They're gentler on your skin and contain sustainably sourced ingredients and biodegradable formulas that are safer for your skin and more sustainable for the planet, too. Overall, choosing clean products from Credo Beauty means opting for safer, more sustainable options that benefit both your skin and the planet.

While sensitivities can vary, clean ingredients skin care products can be gentler, safer, and better for sensitive skin overall. Many dermatologists recommend clean skin care products for sensitive skin, as they contain fewer irritants such as sulfates, parabens, and phthalates, and opt for gentler, skin-friendly ingredients that are beneficial for all skin types.

There are a few different certifications to look for when trying to establish the credibility of a clean skin care product - such as USDA Organic, EWG Verified, and Cruelty-Free. These certifications offer an extra layer of assurance to those looking for clean skin care products that are more sustainable for the planet as well as safer for their skin. At Credo Beauty, we do the heavy lifting for you and push the clean standards even further by only working with brands that meet our industry-leading clean standards, which bans over 2700 potentially harmful ingredients.

There's an ongoing debate about whether clean skin care products are as effective as chemical-based ones. While chemical-based products can sometimes target areas quicker, they can also cause irritation and breakouts in sensitive or acne-prone skin. Products with clean ingredients now contain highly advanced formulas, making them just as effective and results-driven as chemical-based ones.

While there are no legal guidelines for this, some clean skin care products can be more eco-friendly, as clean skin care brands often focus on more sustainable sourcing, biodegradable formulas, and recyclable and/or refillable packaging. At Credo Beauty, we have sustainability and packaging requirements in place for our brands to help lessen the environmental impact of the products we offer. Some of the best clean skin care brands include Tata Harper, Odacité, Marie Veronique, and Alpyn Beauty. All of these brands are well known for their efforts to use clean eco-friendly ingredients and minimize wastage.

Truly clean and safe skin care products can be hard to find, but there are a few key ingredients and certifications to look out for. For example, looking at an ingredient list and spotting ingredients such as sulfates and alcohol will help you find products that should be avoided. You can also look for packaging logos or certifications such as USDA Organic, Leaping Bunny, and EWG Verified, as these are only awarded to products that have been assessed and met these organizations' strict standards. You can be confident when shopping at Credo Beauty, as all of our products have been vetted to meet The Credo Clean Standard™.

Unfortunately, there is no legal definition for what makes skincare “clean”. At Credo Beauty, everything meets the Credo Clean Standard™, which bans or restricts 2,700+ potentially harmful ingredients. Aside from ingredient safety, we also look at the whole picture: sourcing, transparency, and sustainability. That way, what you put on your skin is something you can feel genuinely good about.

Many of the brands we carry are loved by dermatologists, estheticians, and skin health experts. Ingredients like niacinamide, peptides, hyaluronic acid, and retinol often come up in professional recommendations, and you’ll find all of those here in our formulas. That said, if you’re working with a dermatologist for a specific skin concern, they can weigh in on what’s best for you.

Generally, yes. Clean skincare covers everything from lightweight gels for oily skin to deeply nourishing creams for dry or sensitive skin. Because we don’t allow harsh or sensitizing ingredients, many products are especially well-suited for people with reactive skin. The key is picking formulas that fit your unique needs.