Most 'Organic' Hair Care Isn't Truly Certified

Here’s how to tell the difference—and why it matters.

Is Your “Organic” Shampoo Really Organic?
Most hair care brands throw around the word organic—but here’s the truth:

Unless it’s COSMOS Certified, it’s probably not the real deal.

What to check at home:


❌ Ingredients like Polyquaternium, Sodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate, or Sodium Lauroyl Methyl Isethionate
❌ Vague “natural” & "organic' claims without certification
❌ Preservatives like Benzyl Alcohol + Sodium Benzoate (used to preserve shelf life—not your scalp

Why Penny Black is Different:


✅ Certified COSMOS Organic – the gold standard in global organic cosmetic  certification
✅ 100% ingredient transparency
✅ No synthetic polymers, silicones, fragrances or hidden nasties
✅ Powered by Australian Native Botanicals like Snow flower & Kangaroo Apple

✅ COSMOS-Certified Preservatives

  • Sodium Levulinate & Sodium Anisate→ Plant-derived preservatives from corn and star anise. → Fight bacteria and fungi without irritating the scalp
  • Propanediol & Glycerin → Natural moisturisers that help stabilise the formula.→ Boost preservative performance while keeping hair hydrated
    ✅ Loved by sensitive scalps, real people, and conscious consumers


It’s time to switch to haircare you can trust.

Because your scalp deserves real care—not clever marketing and greenwashing.

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