Harsh Chemicals: That's Gonna Be a NO From Us, Dawg

We Don't Do That Here: The Nasties You’ll Never Find in Natural AF Skincare

Ever flipped over a skincare product and thought, what the hell is all this stuff? Long, unpronounceable ingredients, weird chemical names, and a vague promise that it’s somehow “gentle” or “dermatologist-approved.” Yeah, we’re not about that life.

At Natural AF, we keep things clean, simple, and real. That means zero dodgy ingredients—because your skin deserves the best, and frankly, we’re not here to mess around. Here’s a look at what we don’t use and why.

🚫 No SLS/SLES (Sodium Lauryl/Laureth Sulfate)

Harsh foaming agents that strip your skin’s natural oils, leaving it drier than a bad Tinder date. If you love lather, we got you covered with gentle, plant-based alternatives.

🚫 No Parabens

Preservatives that keep products fresh but might also mess with your hormones. We prefer safer, skin-friendly alternatives that do the job without the risk.

🚫 No Phthalates

Commonly found in synthetic fragrances, these bad boys can disrupt hormones. Our scents come straight from essential oils—no weird chemical cocktails here.

🚫 No Petroleum or Mineral Oil

Made from crude oil. Yeah, the same stuff that fuels cars. We’ll stick to natural plant oils that actually nourish your skin.

🚫 No Synthetic Fragrances

A sneaky way brands hide a mix of unknown chemicals. If it smells amazing, it's because we use real essential oils, not mystery lab concoctions.

🚫 No Formaldehyde-Releasing Preservatives

(Like DMDM Hydantoin & Imidazolidinyl Urea) Sounds like something from a horror movie, right? That’s because it’s a known carcinogen. Nope, nope, nope.

🚫 No Triclosan & Triclocarban

These antibacterial agents have been linked to hormone issues and antibiotic resistance. Clean skin shouldn't come at a cost to your health.

🚫 No Silicones

They make products feel silky but can trap dirt and bacteria. We prefer real hydration over fake smoothness.

🚫 No Phenoxyethanol

A controversial preservative that can cause skin irritation, especially for sensitive types. We keep things soothing instead.

🚫 No PEGs (Polyethylene Glycols)

These thickeners are often contaminated with nasties like 1,4-dioxane. Hard pass.

🚫 No Ethanolamines (MEA, DEA, TEA, etc.)

Can form nitrosamines, which are linked to cancer. Not in our house!

🚫 No Oxybenzone & Other Chemical Sunscreens

Bad for your hormones and bad for the coral reefs. We love the ocean too much to include these in anything we make.

🚫 No Microplastics or Microbeads

Because fish shouldn’t be eating your exfoliator. We use natural alternatives like jojoba beads instead.

🚫 No Toluene

Common in nail and hair products, linked to respiratory issues. That’s a no from us.

🚫 No EDTA (Ethylenediaminetetraacetic Acid)

A stabilizer that doesn’t break down easily in the environment. Mother Nature deserves better.

So, What Do We Use?

Only the good stuff—pure botanical oils, raw butters, nourishing plant extracts, beeswax, and ingredients that work with your skin, not against it. Because healthy skin doesn’t need toxic shortcuts.

At Natural AF, we make sure every product is packed with nothing but nurture, nature, and a little bit of badassery. 💚

Check out our full range of clean skincare at www.naturalaf.com.au.