When I launched Olive + Sage, I was on a mission: to create preservative-free skincare that was safe enough for my children yet effective for adult skin. I was tired of chemical-laced lotions and synthetic creams—so I set out to make something simple, pure, and truly nourishing.
🧪 The Problem With Conventional Skincare
Many mainstream skincare brands rely on synthetic preservatives, artificial fragrances, and cheap fillers to extend shelf life or enhance texture. But these ingredients often:
- Irritate sensitive or acne-prone skin
- Disrupt hormones over time
- Dilute powerful botanicals with water or wax
- Clog pores and trigger inflammation
- Accumulate in your body with uncertain long-term effects
We believe skincare should be honest—and effective. That’s why our promise is simple: no preservatives, no fillers, no additives—just clean, plant-powered ingredients.
🌿 Our Clean Skincare Philosophy
All Olive + Sage products are handmade in small batches with nutrient-rich botanical oils, cold-pressed butters, and herbal infusions. Each ingredient has a purpose—nothing extra, nothing hidden. That’s what preservative-free skincare means to us.
- Blue Tansy Balancing Moisturizer – calming and anti-inflammatory for sensitive skin
- Rosacea Cream – soothes redness with shea, kokum, babassu, and botanicals
- Hazelnut Face Oil – balances oily or breakout-prone skin without clogging pores
No water. No wax bulk. No compromise.
🧼 Why Preservative-Free Skincare Matters
Your skin is your body’s largest organ—what you put on it matters. Switching to preservative-free skincare often means:
- Less irritation and breakouts
- A more balanced, glowing complexion
- Products that support—not disrupt—your skin’s natural functions
- Better results from concentrated botanicals
- Peace of mind about what you’re applying
🧪 Conventional vs. Olive + Sage
| Conventional Brands | Olive + Sage |
|---|---|
| Water-based | No – 100% oils & butters |
| Synthetic preservatives | Never |
| Artificial fragrance | None |
| Ingredient transparency | Always fully listed |
| Pregnancy-safe? | Yes, unless noted |
| Made in small batches | Yes |
📊 Industry & Consumer Trends
A 2024 NPD Group report shows that 68% of consumers actively seek clean ingredient skincare when choosing products. Read the report.
Similarly, an NSF/TGM Research survey found that 74% of Americans consider organic ingredients important in personal care items — with 65% wanting transparent ingredient lists. View the findings.
🧡 A Personal Switch: Diaper Cream Experience
With my first two children, I used popular store-bought diaper creams. But after switching to our Lavender Honey All Over Ointment for my third, we haven’t had a single diaper rash. That experience—no chemicals, simple ingredients, and real results—inspired much of our brand’s philosophy and commitment to preservative-free skincare.
🌱 How to Choose Safer Products Today
Start by reading labels—watch out for long chemical names, “fragrance,” or petroleum fillers. Simplify your routine: swap even one product for a plant-powered alternative, like our Blue Tansy Face Cream, and feel the difference.
Our Commitment to You
We don’t believe in scare tactics. We believe in honesty. Every formula is 100% free from preservatives, fillers, dyes, or artificial fragrance. Made with love and integrity.
Did You Know? It takes only 26 seconds for chemicals in personal care products to enter your bloodstream. Learn more here.