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Aromatherapy Associates
United Kingdom
The Story
Aromatherapy Associates is a British wellness brand specializing in essential oil-based skincare, bath, and body products. Founded in the 1980s, they're known for blending pure essential oils with carrier oils and natural ingredients, avoiding synthetic fragrances. Their products emphasize therapeutic-grade aromatherapy principles.
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· 73/100Good to Know
Aromatherapy Associates lacks third-party ingredient certification (COSMOS, NATRUE, MADE SAFE) despite claims of 'pure essential oils'—relying on self-declaration of natural/clean positioning, which triggers the anti-pattern cap. INCI and concentration disclosure for hero actives (e.g., essential oil percentages, carrier oil ratios) are not transparently published. Sourcing ethics for botanicals and essential-oil suppliers are undisclosed; no Fair Trade or named-grower partnerships documented. Packaging relies primarily on virgin glass and plastic with minimal refill infrastructure or take-back program. Formulator pedigree and clinical trial data are absent; brand positioning is aromatherapy-therapeutic rather than evidence-backed dermatology. B Corp certification is held but no 1% for the Planet or documented supply-chain audits disclosed. As a 40+ year-old brand, aesthetic longevity is strong, but supply-chain transparency and ingredient verification lag peer standards.
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