According to USDA, in order for a product to be considered organic, several standards must be met.
[1][2] Operations involving these organic products must be "protecting natural resources, conserving biodiversity, and using only approved substances.
"[3] Organic food products are grown under a system of agriculture without the use of harmful chemical fertilizers and pesticides with an environmentally and socially responsible approach.
This is a method of farming that works at grass root level preserving the reproductive and regenerative capacity of the soil, good plant nutrition, and sound soil management, produces nutritious food rich in vitality which has resistance to diseases.
Nutrients like omega-3 fatty acids were up to 50 percent higher in organic meats and milk than in conventionally raised products.
"[7] personal care product can only claim they are USDA-certified organic if they meet the qualifications of the USDA.
Chemicals in these personal care products can be associated with a wide variety of concerns including things like hormone disruption, allergies, and infertility.
Many big makeup companies such as Avon and Revlon are removing phthalates from their products.
[8] Cosmetic brands such as Laurel and Rose Mira are both 100 percent organic and have a wide array of skin care products.
While organic personal care products may lack many of the harmful chemicals that consumers like to stay clear of, this cleaner alternative comes with the cost of a higher price.