Why Organic Certification Matters for You
When people choose organic skincare, they’re often thinking about what isn’t in the product as much as what is. That’s the heart of USDA Organic Certification — it gives you a clear, trustworthy guarantee about how ingredients are grown, handled, and brought together.
For you, it’s a promise that what goes on your skin meets the highest ingredient standards.
It means the plants that become our ingredients are grown organically, without toxic pesticides, GMOs, sewage sludge, or irradiation.
It means that every oil, herb, and essential oil is handled and processed under strict standards that protect both people and the environment.
And it means the finished products are made, packaged, and stored to prevent contamination from synthetic chemicals.
Why Organic Matters for the Planet
Choosing organic skincare also supports organic farming, which is better for soil health, water quality, wildlife, and the long‑term health of our planet.
Organic agriculture reduces chemical runoff, protects biodiversity, and avoids the persistent pollutants that come from conventional farming. It’s a small but meaningful way to lessen our environmental footprint.
Clearing Up the Confusion Around “Organic”
There’s a lot of confusion in the skincare world about what “organic” really means. The word is often used loosely — sometimes as a marketing hook rather than a meaningful standard. A skin care product can call itself “organic” even if only one ingredient is organic, or none at all.
The only way to know a product truly meets organic standards is to look for certification from a USDA‑accredited agency.
That certification is your assurance that both the ingredients and the manufacturing process follow strict, verified guidelines.
Why We Chose Certification
We became a certified organic manufacturer back in 2010 because we believe that what you put on your body matters just as much as what you put in it.
Organic certification reflects our commitment to quality, transparency, and truly natural skincare — not just in our ingredients, but in the way we do our work.
We renew our certification every year because it’s not just a label — it is a regulated, verified system that provides transparency, accountability, and trust.
It is not a one‑time achievement — it’s a standard we live by each day.
Who Certifies Us
Chagrin Valley Soap & Salve is certified annually by OEFFA, a USDA‑accredited certifying agency. OEFFA is a grassroots organization dedicated to sustainable, ecological, and health‑focused agriculture. Their oversight ensures that both our ingredients and our manufacturing processes meet the USDA National Organic Program standards from start to finish.
Organic certification isn’t a label for us. It’s a promise — one we’re proud to stand behind.
Chagrin Valley Soap & Salve Organic Certificate
🌿 Learn More: Why We Became a USDA Certified Organic Company