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Are all of your products really organic?
It's a sensible question, especially in light of the many products claiming dubiously to be natural or organic. Earth Mama uses 100% certified organic herbs in all her teas, unless there isn't a certified organic option to be had. Many are certified by QAI as "100% Organic," and some are certified as "Made with Organic Ingredients" which means they contain over 70% organic ingredients. Each product has as many organic ingredients they can pack into it, but some essential ingredients aren't available as organic yet
But, what does "organic" really mean?
It means that the plant was grown with respect for the earth, the soil, the farmer and you, the consumer. Organic farms adhere to strict standards, growing crops without the use of harmful pesticides or the usual dose of toxic chemical fertilizers. There's not really a short answer, but Earth Mama's done the research so you don't have to.
Why aren't ALL ingredients organic?
Simply put, some ingredients just don't exist in an organic form, such as Vitamin E oil, and some ingredients are not available certified organic. Sometimes the herbs used are not cultivated, they grow in the wild and are harvested with respect for sustainability and the integrity of the plant population. Since Earth Mama is a member of United Plant Savers, they do their best to support practices that ensure healthy population of herbs growing in the wild. You will see these herbs listed as "wild harvested."
Does Earth Mama use lanolin, SLS, parabens or other synthetic preservatives?
No
If you don't use synthetic preservatives, what is used to preserve the products to make sure they are safe and free of bacteria and mold?
All EMAB organic herbal bath and compress mixes are sealed in UV coated amber jars to protect the delicate herbal goodness in the leaves and roots from the light, and to help them resist temperature changes. The oil-based products, salves and massage oils don't contain water so they don't need a preservative to keep out the unpleasantries that can grow there. Instead they need antioxidants like natural Vitamin E to keep the oils and essentials from becoming oxidized.
Lotions, on the other hand (or knee, or elbow), are made by emulsifying (blending) oils and water. And because of their rich, organic and natural ingredients, they can become a perfect medium for nasty bacteria or mold. To combat that, our 100% organic preservative system is an organic alcohol extract of skin healing and moisturizing organic herbs. Beneficial to you, and safely preserved too!
I have an expired product - will it hurt me, or my baby?
We stamp a Sell By date on all of our products as a freshness guide for our customers, but this isn't an expiration date. To be sure of the quality of our products we keep a sample from each batch of each product we make. Some products in this sample inventory are over five years old and are still just fine! That said, you should always use your own best judgment, if it smells "off," don't use it. You can extend the life of oils and salves by making certain they stay cool and out of direct sunlight. So, don't store Earth Mama Angel Baby(r) products on a windowsill or in the trunk of your car and they should be fine for at least a year past the Sell By date.
I need to know if your products will irritate my or my baby's allergies.
You are the best judge of what is safe for you and your baby. You know your body best. Please refer to the Ingredients to see if any of your known allergens are in our products. If you have specific questions or concerns about product safety, allergies or ingredients, it is always best to consult with your Midwife or Doctor or another trusted healthcare professional who is knowledgeable about the use of herbs during pregnancy and when breastfeeding a baby.
I am vegan, are all Mama's products vegan and cruelty-free?
Yes they are, certified vegan in fact! We use no animal products, like lanolin, and our balms are made using plant based wax instead of beeswax.
Why are there little white specks in my Natural Nipple Butter and Angel Baby Bottom Balm?
The white specks are shea butter and may appear in both the Angel Baby Bottom Balm and Natural Nipple Butter. When shea butter is cold, it solidifies. When it is warmed by contact with your skin, it should quickly melt and become a soft consistency again. Products made with natural ingredients like herbs and essential oils may vary in appearance across lots and final product batches, as they have no yucky additives to create false consistency.
Is Angel Baby Bottom Balm good to use with cloth nappies?
You bet! In fact, we've received wonderful feedback from you - our customers - saying that it is the BEST with cloth nappies!
Do I need to wash the Natural Nipple Butter off my breasts before breastfeeding my Angel Baby?
No, it's safe for both you and your angel baby. Read the ingredients!
Why did my Angel Baby Shampoo & Body Wash turn cloudy?
It's because during shipping it just got too cold. When the temperature drops, the natural fatty acids in these products begin to solidify and appear cloudy. Just pop your Angel Baby Shampoo & Body Wash into a cup of warm water and it will clear right up. Cloudy or clear, it will lather up and clean your pure, organic angel baby naturally!
Why do EMAB use plastic jars and not glass jars?
Earth Mama Angel Bab's commitment to honor the earth and her valuable resources extends to their packaging as well as their natural and organic ingredients. They are even the proud recipients of the BRAG (Business Recycling Award Group) for their green practices, and are always looking for ways to better what they do. At this point, the plastic PET bottles and jars they use are the safest containers for the prudcts and consumers. These containers are colored to keep out harmful UV rays. The PET we use is the most readily recyclable and the safest plastic manufactured.
