frequently asked questions
We welcome your questions and comments and answer some of your most frequently asked questions here.
Organic Surge products are a happy blend of naturally-derived ingredients and certified organic extracts. Individual products vary between 86% and 99% natural; most are over 95% natural.
Organic certification is a very complex issue with varying rules and standards from one certifying body to another.
Whilst we use fully certified organic essential oils we felt that we would have to compromise on performance and affordability to make the products comply with certification requirements, where an important ingredient, while natural, may not be on their list of permitted ingredients. We are very proud of our products and the ingredients they contain.
Please be reassured that we constantly monitor the situation on European organic standards and review certification options.
It is not possible to guarantee that a product will never cause a skin reaction but most reactions are caused by synthetic ingredients. Organic Surge products are formulated with an exceptionally high proportion of natural and organic ingredients, chosen to care for the skin. Our products are free from parabens, sodium lauryl/laureth sulphate, chemical irritants, artificial fragrances, synthetic colourants and chemical alcohol.
However, if your skin is very sensitive, we would advise caution when using Organic Surge or any other products. As a common sense precaution, we recommend a patch test is carried out prior to first application.
Organic Surge is against animal testing. Our products are not tested on animals and no animal derived ingredients are used in any stage of their manufacture.
Organic Surge products can be used on children over two years old. Infant’s skin is 5 times thinner than adult skin so we recommend using only products specifically formulated for babies on children under two.
Organic Surge products are very mild and are designed for everyday use. Organic essential oils are considered safe for use during pregnancy subject to normal use, no known complications in pregnancy and no known allergies. However, as usual, during this sensitive time, please consult your doctor for definitive recommendations.
The pumps we use cannot be recycled as they are made from a mixture of plastics and contain metal parts.
- All other Organic Surge packaging is recyclable where facilities exist. Bottles are made of HDPE (high density polyethylene) caps are made of PP (polypropylene) 150ml jar and cap are both made of PP 50ml glass jar and lid are both made of PPtubes are made from LLDPE (linear low density polyethylene)
- We endeavour to use as much recycled and recyclable packaging as possible and that which takes the least energy to produce. The tubes used in Organic Surge packaging are approved for use by EcoCert.
Our ethical ambitions are of primary importance to the Organic Surge brand. Our ultimate aim is to develop a highly successful brand which will help us in our efforts to release children from poverty and enable them to live enriched, meaningful lives.