We collaborate with the leading experts in integrative medicine and holistic health. Our Scientific Advisory Board brings their guidance and expertise to our portfolio and education.

We subject all our product formulations to rigorous testing for safety and efficacy, and continually raise our standards by leveraging the latest innovations in science and research.

Arbonne Products Are Formulated WITHOUT…

Arbonne has been one of the leaders in the pure products movement since 1980. Our internal list of prohibited ingredients has evolved over time, based on our safety evaluation of ingredients using sound scientific principles. Arbonne was scrutinizing ingredients and establishing stricter guidelines before others in the industry. Arbonne’s commitment to safe, clean products is stronger than ever and we applaud all brands that support this movement and join our mission.

Arbonne goes way beyond the nearly 1,400 ingredients restricted for use by the European Union and the several hundred by the US FDA. Adhering to the strict Arbonne Ingredient Policy, we maintain a list of over 2,000 ingredients that are NOT ALLOWED in Arbonne products. Our NOT ALLOWED List™ is defined by 4 clear attributes:

Ingredients that conflict with our pure standards of gluten-free, vegan, non-GMO, and no artificial colours, flavours or sweeteners are NOT ALLOWED. Arbonne will never test on animals.

Ingredients that have high levels of irritation or toxicity, a high allergen content, those that are known hormone disrupters, cancer causing, or have negative consumer press are NOT ALLOWED.

Ingredients that are being considered by our existing countries as possibly banned in the future are NOT ALLOWED.

Ingredients that are harmful to the environment and have a negative impact on communities are NOT ALLOWED.

Our NOT ALLOWED List™ includes more than 2,000 ingredients — nearly 1,400 from the European Union, plus several hundred more — that we won’t use in any of our formulas across our categories including skincare, personal care, hair care, nutrition, and makeup.

Healthy living inside and out includes what we choose to include in a formula — and what we don't. This list directly reflects Arbonne’s rigorous screening of ingredients, our research, and enhanced safety requirements that ultimately result in safer ingredient choices and effective products in line with our pure, safe, beneficial™ philosophy and further defines what it means to be Certified Arbonne Clean™. We go above and beyond because we care.

See the list of nearly 1,400 ingredients banned by the EU: LIST OF SUBSTANCES PROHIBITED IN COSMETIC PRODUCTS – Annex II (total: 1,395).

1. Animal products or by-products
   Since our products are certified vegan, we do not formulate with animal products or by-products, including, but not limited to, dairy, honey, beeswax, and silk. This also contributes to the dairy-free status on our nutrition products.
2. Artificial flavours and sweeteners
   We do not formulate with artificial flavours or sweeteners in our products, choosing instead naturally derived flavour and sweetener components.
3. Formaldehyde-donating preservatives
   Formaldehyde is a known human carcinogen that is also linked to asthma and developmental toxicity, therefore we do not use formaldehyde-donating preservatives. This includes, but is not limited to, quaternium-15, DMDM hydantoin, imidazolidinyl urea, and methylisothiazolinone.
4. Hydroquinone
   Hydroquinone is a skin lightener that causes skin irritation and may be linked to certain cancers.
5. Parabens
   Some parabens have been linked to endocrine disruption, which may increase the risk of certain cancers. Therefore, we do not use any parabens, including ethylparaben, butylparaben, isobutylparaben, isopropylparaben, methylparaben, and propylparaben.
6. Petrolatum
   Petrolatum, commonly known as petroleum jelly, is a skin protectant that is a by-product of petroleum. It typically contains the impurity polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs), which have been linked to cancer.
7. Phthalates
   [i.e., dibutylphthalate (DBP), dimethylphthalate (DMP), diethylphthalate (DEP)] are plasticizing ingredients commonly used in fragrances as a solvent and skin fixative. Phthalates have been linked to endocrine disruption and may cause birth defects.
8. Sodium laureth sulfate (SLES) and sodium lauryl sulfate (SLS)
   Sodium laureth sulfate (SLES) and sodium lauryl sulfate (SLS) are harsh surfactants that can cause skin irritation or allergic reactions. Moreover, SLES often contains the impurity 1,4-dioxane, a by-product from its manufacturing process, which is a potential carcinogen.
9. Synthetic fragrances and dyes
   Since many synthetic fragrances and dyes are petroleum-derived, they may contain components which are potential hormone disruptors, allergens, and environmental toxins.
10. Triclosan
    Triclosan is an antibacterial agent which causes skin irritation and has been linked to endocrine disruption. It is also bioaccumulative and potentially toxic to aquatic organisms.
11. Ethanolamines (MEA/DEA/TEA)
    Frequently used in cosmetics as emulsifiers, foaming agents or pH adjusters. Based on studies, they are linked to organ system toxicity, cancer, and environmental concerns of bioaccumulation.
12. Butylated hydroxytoluene (BHT)/Butylated hydroxyanisole (BHA)
    Petroleum-derived antioxidants used to extend shell life of product, BHA and BHT can induce allergic reactions in skin. They are also likely carcinogens and hormone disruptors.
13. Methylisothiazolinone (MIT) and methylchloroisothiazolinone (MCT)
    Together commonly called as Kathon CG. Chemical preservative widely used in cosmetics that are the most common irritants, sensitizers, and causes of contact skin allergies. Also linked to lung toxicity and possible neurotoxicity.
14. Gluten
    Ingredients such as wheat, rye, and barley contain gluten protein may cause issues to those with gluten intolerance, sensitivity or allergy. Oat may contain gluten if exposed to cross-contamination from gluten-containing crops, so all oats used in Arbonne products are certified gluten-free.
15. Peanuts and tree nuts
    Ingredients derived from peanuts and tree nuts can cause potential allergic reactions to those with sensitivity or allergy, and we opt to avoid such ingredients in our nutrition products. A number of our skincare products are formulated with extracts from coconut or shea seeds.
16. Soy
    Soy and soy derivatives may contain protein which may cause potential allergic reactions in many people.
17. High fructose corn syrup
    High fructose corn syrup has been utilized often in sodas and other beverages, and researchers are now questioning whether it can contribute to obesity and other health concerns. Until there is clear evidence of its safety, we choose to avoid its use in Arbonne Nutrition products.
18. Canola Oil
    Canola oil is derived from the rapeseed plant, and while there is still no clear indication of health risks associated with this material, there is a strong potential that sources of canola oil are GMO-derived.
19. Trans Fats
    Trans fats are well researched for their detrimental effects on cholesterol levels — namely, increasing LDL (bad) cholesterol and reducing HDL (good) cholesterol — and increasing the risk of diabetes, heart disease and stroke.
20. Carrageenan
    Carrageenan is a thickener derived from seaweed that is used in food and nutrition products. Research has indicated that carrageenan can contribute to inflammation. We choose to avoid this ingredient in all nutrition products.

Credentials: Adjunct Associate Professor of Clinical Dermatology and Director of Clinical Research, University of California, Davis Adjunct Associate Professor and Co-Director of Microbiome Research Initiative, California State University, Sacramento Associate Professor of Dermatology; California Northstate University-College of Medicine; Board-Certified Dermatologist & Ayurvedic Practitioner, Pacific Skin Institute, Sacramento, CA Board-Certified Dermatologist & Ayurvedic Practitioner, Zen Dermatology, Sacramento, CA Director of Wellness and Health, Jiva Factory, Sacramento, CA Bio: Dr. Raja Sivamani is a board-certified dermatologist and practices as an integrative dermatologist at Pacific Skin Institute. He is an Adjunct Associate Professor of Clinical Dermatology at the University of California, Davis and Director of Clinical Research and the Clinical Trials Unit. He is also an Adjunct Associate Professor in the Department of Biological Sciences at the California State University, Sacramento and an Associate Professor of Dermatology at California Northstate University, College of Medicine. He engages in clinical practice as well as both clinical and translational research that integrates bioengineering, nutrition, cosmetics, and skin biology. With training in both Allopathic and Ayurvedic medicine, he takes an integrative approach to his patients and in his research. He has published over 110 peer-reviewed research manuscripts, 10 textbook chapters, and a textbook entitled Cosmeceuticals and Active Cosmetics, 3rd Edition with a passion for expanding the evidence and boundaries of integrative medicine for skin care.

Credentials: Clinical Instructor in Medicine, Dermatology Division; University of California, Los Angeles Dermatologist & Dermatological Surgeon, Skin Care and Laser Physicians of Beverly Hills, Los Angeles Bio: Dr. Wesley is a Diplomat of the American Board of Dermatology and fellowship-trained Mohs micrographic surgeon. The author of over 20 published articles in the field of cosmetic dermatology and dermatologic surgery, Dr. Wesley is the invited Guest Editor of the first "Skin of Color" issue of Seminars of Cutaneous Medicine and Surgery and invited journalist for the Aesthetic Section of Dermatology News. She is a member of the American Society for Dermatologic Surgery, American Academy of Dermatology, and American College of Mohs Surgery. Dr. Wesley completed medical school and residency at the University of California, San Francisco and a Mohs and cosmetic dermatology fellowship at Skin Care Physicians in Chestnut Hill, MA. She is in private practice and the director of Mohs Surgery at Skin Care and Laser Physicians of Beverly Hills in Los Angeles, CA, and she is also Clinical Instructor of Dermatology at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA).

Credentials: Clinical Assistant Professor of Dermatology & Pediatrics; Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine Founding Director & Dermatologist, Chicago Integrative Eczema Center; Founding Partner, Medical Dermatology Associates of Chicago Bio: Peter A. Lio, MD is a Clinical Assistant Professor of Dermatology & Pediatrics at Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine, a Fellow of the American Academy of Dermatology, and a Diplomate of the American Board of Dermatology. Dr. Lio received his medical degree from Harvard Medical School, completed his internship in Pediatrics at Boston Children’s Hospital, and his Dermatology training at Harvard where he served as Chief Resident in Dermatology. While at Harvard, he received formal training in acupuncture. Dr. Lio served as a full-time faculty at Harvard from 2005-2008 before returning to his native Chicago to join Northwestern and Lurie Children's Hospital. He is the founding director of the Chicago Integrative Eczema Center and has spoken nationally and internationally about eczema and atopic dermatitis, as well as alternative medicine. He has published two textbooks, over 100 papers in the peer-reviewed literature and has received a Leader of Distinction Award and a Presidential Citation from the American Academy of Dermatology. His special interests include pediatric dermatology, eczema, acne, dermatomyositis, and other inflammatory diseases of the skin, and he works to integrate alternative and complementary medicines in dermatology.

Credentials: New York Times-Bestselling Author of Fiber Fueled; Founder and Owner of The Plant Fed Gut; Physician Partner, Lowcountry Gastroenterology Associates (Charleston, SC) Bio: Will Bulsiewicz, MD, MCSI is the New York Times bestselling author of the book Fiber Fueled. He's also an award-winning gastroenterologist, gut health expert and the author of more than 20 articles in the top American gastroenterology journals. He's a graduate of Georgetown University School of Medicine and was chief medical resident at Northwestern Memorial Hospital and chief gastroenterology fellow at the University of North Carolina Hospitals. He lives in Charleston, South Carolina, with his wife and two children

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