General Info:
We are a wholesale/retail manufacturer of natural spa, bath and body products, created by hand. We use the finest ingredients from specialty oils to essential oils. Natural products are becoming the mainstream in beauty care and we are committed to offering products free of artificial flavors and colors. We utilize oils that are high in Omega 3, Vitamin A, C, D, E & F, Oleic Acid, Palmitoleic Acid and Linoleic Acid to revitalize and restore the skins normal balance. Recent feedback from our clients have indicated they would like to see products scented with fragrance oils so we are answering the call by sourcing oils that are phthalate free. The skin is the body's largest organ so it's no surprise consumers want to incorporate personal care products with natural ingredients into their lives. According to The Natural Marketing Institute, the natural personal care market grew 15% in 2005, while the overall U.S. cosmetics and toiletries market grew by just 3.5%. Its research has found that more than half of all consumers want personal care products made with natural or premium ingredients, and 44% are looking for organic ingredients. In 2008, Cactus & Ivy removed all animal by products from our ingredients list, which means, we no longer use honey or beeswax. Candelilla Wax has replaced the use of beeswax in all our balms, and beside being Cruelty Free, Candelilla Wax protects against moisture. In with being green comes organic and vegan. As our raw material supplies decrease, we will purchase organic where available. We want our products to be available to everyone. In 2007, we began offering a natural fly repellent for horses. It seems the trend is true that consumers are also health conscious when it comes to their pets. Cactus & Ivy will work hard for your business and even harder to maintain it. That's a promise! Cactus & Ivy has never tested its products on animals, nor will we ever. We test our products on willing family members and friends. Hey, what are family and friends for? In addition, we only purchase raw materials from companies that adhere to the same standard. Cactus & Ivy signed the standard with the Coalition for Consumer Information on Cosmetics and the statement of assurance with PETA's Caring Consumer program. "The Voluntary Cosmetic Registration Program ( VCRP ) is an FDA post-market reporting system for use by manufacturers, packers, and distributors of cosmetic products that are in commercial distribution in the United States. The VCRP helps FDA in its mission to protect consumers, while also helping cosmetic manufacturers and distributors make informed decisions. The greater the participation by the cosmetic industry, the better this program works."