For all you Etsy makers, DIY creators, and clean-beauty crafters we love simple, natural ingredients, but we also care deeply about safety and quality. When water enters the picture (think sprays, scrubs used in the shower, lotions, hydrosols, toners), nature alone isn’t always enough to keep our recipes safe. Bacteria, mold, and yeast can grow in even the most beautiful homemade products, and protecting your customers means protecting your brand.

The good news? You don’t have to compromise. Today, we have gentle, plant-based and nature-derived preservatives that help keep your formulas fresh, safe, and shelf-stable while staying true to your mission of clean, transparent ingredients. With the right choices, you can create products that are both natural and responsibly preserved so your creativity and your customers can bloom.

“Someone asked us today if we use palm oil in our products, and it’s a great question.

Palm oil is one of the most common ingredients in soaps and cosmetics. While it has useful properties, it has also raised environmental concerns.

At Butterfly & Bee we focus on simple plant-based ingredients and transparent formulas so you always know what’s in the products you bring into your home.”