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Scrutinize Ingredients: For food, beauty, and skincare items, look beyond labels. Verify that the ingredients match claims made about sustainability.
Look for Third-Party Certifications: Seek out reputable certifications, such as USDO Organic or GOTS, as these can lend credibility to a brand’s claims.
Research Brands Thoroughly: Use databases like the Environmental Working Group’s Skin Deep to investigate the legitimacy behind products and their ingredients.
Keep Informed: Familiarize yourself with different sustainability certifications and what they represent to avoid confusion.