There is no official definition of natural cosmetics; however, certain requirements must be met before a product can be considered a natural cosmetic.

I. Understanding Natural Cosmetics

1.1 What Are Natural Cosmetics?

Natural Cosmetics

Natural cosmetics are products made primarily from ingredients of natural origin rather than synthetic ones. Most raw materials are derived from plants, including herbs, flowers, fruits, and vegetables. They are then processed using traditional methods or modern technologies such as filtration, extraction, drying, distillation, pressing, grinding, freeze-drying, and sieving. These physical processes help preserve the maximum nutritional value, vitamins, and active compounds that naturally exist in the ingredients.

Some trusted certifications for natural cosmetics include:

Standards for achieving Natural Cosmetics

• ECOCERT (for natural cosmetic label): Requires at least 95% natural ingredients, with a minimum of 10% of the total formula being organic, and at least 50% of plant-based ingredients certified organic.
• NPA (Natural Products Association): Requires cosmetics to contain at least 95% natural ingredients (excluding water), sourced from renewable plants, animals, or minerals.
• NATRUE: Requires products to contain 100% natural-origin ingredients, including natural, derived-natural, and nature-identical substances.

1.2 Common Ingredients in Natural Cosmetics

Because synthetic compounds are limited, natural cosmetics often include ingredients such as aloe vera extract, green tea extract, chamomile extract, centella asiatica extract, fermented rice bran, papaya extract, and houttuynia cordata, among others…

1.3 What ingredients are not used in the production of natural cosmetics?

Natural cosmetics strictly exclude harmful synthetic substances, including mineral oils, paraffin, petrolatum, parabens, artificial colors and fragrances, silicones, BHT, SLS, SLES, as well as genetically modified (GMO) plant-based materials or animal-derived ingredients that are not harvested in safe ways. These are eliminated to ensure user safety, protect skin health, and safeguard the environment.

II. Advantages and Benefits of Natural Cosmetics

2.1 Advantages

• Safe and gentle: The primary advantage of natural cosmetics is their high level of skin safety. They are compatible with many skin types and rarely irritate. Most natural products undergo rigorous quality testing, making them an ideal choice for individuals with sensitive skin or those prone to skin issues.
• Eco-friendly: By using sustainably sourced, biodegradable ingredients, natural cosmetics minimize the use of harmful chemicals and often employ environmentally friendly packaging, such as recycled materials. This production process also helps preserve biodiversity and reduces reliance on petroleum-based resources.
• Cruelty-free: Many natural cosmetic brands commit to not testing on animals, reflecting care for animal welfare and contributing to environmental sustainability.

2.2 Benefits

• Nourishing and restorative: Natural extracts provide nutrients, vitamins, antioxidants, and bioactive compounds that strengthen the skin barrier, resulting in healthier, softer, and smoother skin.
• Sustainable efficiency: Natural cosmetics focus on nourishing skin from within, offering long-lasting results and promoting natural beauty, even after you stop using the product.

III. NACOS – Vietnamese Natural Cosmetics, Combining Natural and High Technology Science

NACOS was founded with the mission of bringing safe, effective, and naturally sourced skincare and haircare products tailored for Vietnamese consumers. We carefully select familiar natural ingredients and combine them with modern research and advanced technology to create products that are both gentle and effective.

Beyond providing natural cosmetic lines, NACOS also develops Cosmetic Formulation Training Courses for those who want to explore and dive deeper into the world of natural cosmetics. Additionally, we supply natural extracts to support research and production.

With this balance between the values of nature and the applications of science, NACOS aims to become a trusted destination for anyone seeking safe, sustainable, and authentically Vietnamese beauty solutions.