At Luna & Lark Apothecary, we believe skincare is more than skin deep — it's a daily ritual of care, clarity, and connection. That’s why the products we carry aren’t just “clean” by label — they’re held to a higher global standard.
Here’s something not everyone knows: in the U.S., the word “clean” on a beauty bottle isn’t regulated. It can mean anything… or nothing at all.
This just doesn't sit well with our belief that beauty is wellness.
✨ Why We Look Beyond “Clean” — and Across the Globe
At Luna & Lark Apothecary, I wanted to take on the research of finding what’s safe, effective, and globally conscious. That’s why we’re committed to carrying products that go beyond “clean beauty” labels — with ingredients that meet or exceed the rigorous standards set by countries like the UK, EU, and Australia, where Inside Climate News reports that as of 2023, the EU has banned 2,400 chemicals in cosmetics as compared to the US banning 11.
That’s the energy we bring to Luna & Lark.
We choose brands that align with our values:
- Transparent labels you don’t have to decode
- Botanical-based formulas that nourish skin and spirit
- Sustainable choices that honor the Earth and future generations
- And a commitment to beauty that feels as good as it looks
🌸 So What Do We Steer Clear Of?
You won’t find these common ingredients on our shelves:
| What We Skip | Why We Do It |
|---|---|
| Synthetic fragrance | Often hides dozens of unnamed chemicals |
| Parabens & phthalates | Linked to hormone disruption and overexposure risk |
| BHT/BHA preservatives | Common in drugstore skincare, banned in the EU |
| Formaldehyde-releasers | Used in aging products, not in our rituals |
| Triclosan & Oxybenzone | Harsh on both skin and coral reefs |
Instead, our products whisper with lavender, geranium, tea tree, rose, and wild-harvested oils — ingredients rooted in the wisdom of nature and the luxury of simplicity.
🧖♀️ What You’ll Always Find With Us
- Formulas crafted with plants, not petroleum
- Daily rituals that restore your skin and your senses
- A product curation that reflects beauty with boundaries — safe, soulful, and stunning
🌙 Our Glow Philosophy
We don’t chase trends — we nurture timeless, skin-loving traditions.
We don’t fear ingredients — we simply choose ones that bring light.
And we don’t believe you should need a science degree to feel safe with your skincare.
You bring the intention. We bring the ingredients worthy of it.
Luna & Lark Apothecary
Where daily ritual becomes lasting glow.
