Plants are the starting point for virtually everything we do. They provide essential benefits that support all Earth's life forms. Through photosynthesis, plants convert sunlight and carbon dioxide into complex chemicals that form the basic ingredients of our food, medicine, aromas and more. Our research and development team is continually seeking new uses for plant resources and more sophisticated means of manufacture. We go to great lengths to ensure the authenticity, integrity and quality of our plant ingredients, searching the globe for wild-harvested plants or those grown without the use of petrochemical fertilizers, insecticides, or herbicides.
Petrochemicals are chemicals derived from petroleum.
Used as a raw material in the manufacture of many household products, petrochemicals are non-renewable and can be toxic to people and other living organisms. They pollute our soil, water, air and bodies. They are widely used because they cost significantly less than pure ingredients extracted from plants. But increased consumption of plant-derived materials would lower their cost, eventually ensuring the ability of the natural environment to sustain itself. In the end, issues of environmental and social responsibility will determine the future of our species.