When you have sensitive skin, choosing a new product can take a little more thought. Dermatological testing gives you additional information about how a formula has been assessed on human skin.
At Green People, caring for sensitive skin has been at the heart of our approach since 1997. Alongside thoughtful formulation, we use dermatological testing to assess the skin tolerance of many of our organic beauty products, from facial care and shampoos to sun care and products for babies and children.
Discover what dermatologically tested means as we ask our experts to define what we mean when describing our products as dermatologically tested.
What does dermatologically tested mean?
'Dermatologically tested' means the product has been tested on human skin in a controlled, clinical environment.
Different brands may have different testing procedures. To understand what a result means, it helps to know who took part, how the assessment was carried out and what the final report concluded.
In the UK, there’s no legal requirement for brands to have their products dermatologically tested, and as it’s a costly and time-consuming process, many brands choose not to submit their products for testing.<
Are Green People products dermatologically tested?
Yes, many of our products are dermatologically tested, including our scent-free range and our natural and organic sun care collection.Â
All of our dermatologically tested products have been tested on 30 volunteers for 96 hours to investigate the skin irritation potential and have been shown to be suitable for sensitive skin. We do not undertake any animal testing.
Hypoallergenic and suitable for sensitive skin, all Green People products marked as dermatologically tested are clinically proven to be kind to sensitive skin.
Here are some of our best-selling dermatologically tested skin care products:
Shop dermatologically tested skin care for sensitive skin
We formulate our products to be as kind and gentle as possible, avoiding harsh ingredients and including natural and organic ingredients that are known to calm, hydrate and protect.
Not sure where to start? Begin your sensitive skin journey with our bestseller, Scent Free 24-Hour Cream.
Designed to hydrate your skin and promote a smooth complexion, this sensitive face cream is loved by those with normal, dry and mature skin. It has been dermatologically tested on real skin and proven to be kind to sensitive skin.Â
Scent Free 24-Hour Cream 50ml
Healthy skin starts with our bestselling moisturiser for sensitive skin€36,95
"I have been using this cream for more years than I can remember, and would definitely recommend it for any one with sensitive skin, as this is an excellent moisturiser." Kay
Full list of Green People products that are dermatologically tested
The following Green People products have been dermatologically tested. They include facial skin care, shampoos, body care, sun care and products for babies and children.
Select a product to explore its ingredients, directions for use and reviews.
Facial skin care
- Fruit Scrub Exfoliator
- Vita Min Fix 24-Hour Cream
- Fruitful Nights Night Cream
- Firming Vitamin C Eye Serum
- Rejuvenating Eye Cream
- Day Solution Cream SPF15
- Firming Face & Neck Serum
- Foaming Face Wash
- Anti Ageing Facial Oil
- Gentle Cleanse & Make-Up Remover
Scent Free skin, body and hair care
- Scent Free 24-Hour Cream
- Scent Free Cleanser
- Scent Free Eye Cream
- Scent Free Ultra-Calm Serum
- Scent Free Hyaluronic Booster Serum
- Scent Free Truffle Night Cream
- Scent Free Light Moisturiser
- Scent Free Marine Facial Oil
- Scent Free Body Lotion
- Scent Free Hand Wash
- Scent Free Deodorant
- Scent Free Shower Gel
- Scent Free Shampoo
- Scent Free Conditioner
Age Defy+
- Age Defy+ Purify & Hydrate Cream Cleanser
- Age Defy+ Collagen Boost Face Oil Elixir
- Age Defy+ Brightening Moisturiser
- Age Defy+ Line Eraser Serum
- Age Defy+ Tinted DD Moisturiser SPF15 – Light
- Age Defy+ Hydra-Glow Night Cream
- Age Defy+ Daily SPF30 Moisturiser
- Age Defy+ Liquid Gold Tanning Drops
- Age Defy+ Collagen Boost Vitamin C Serum
- Age Defy+ Purifying Booster Drops
- Age Defy+ Anti-Redness Booster Drops
- Age Defy+ AHA Radiance Skin Renewal Mask
- Age Defy+ Retinal Booster Serum
Hair care
- Daily Aloe Shampoo & Shower Wash
- Irritated Scalp Shampoo
- Intensive Repair Shampoo
- Moisturising Shampoo
- Protein-Boost Shampoo & Shower Wash
- Scent Free Shampoo Bar
- Eucalyptus & Mint Shampoo Bar
Body care and deodorants
Sun care and self tan
- Scent Free Sun Cream SPF30
- Scent Free Facial Sun Cream SPF30
- Scent Free Mineral Sun Cream SPF30
- Edelweiss Sun Cream with Tan Accelerator SPF15
- SPF15 Sun Cream with Natural Insect Repellent
- Glow & Protect SPF30
- Self Tan Lotion
- Hydrating After Sun
- Moisturising After Sun with Insect Repellent
- Organic Children Scent Free Sun Cream SPF30
- Organic Children Lavender Sun Cream SPF50
Baby and children’s skin and hair care
- Organic Babies Soothing Baby Salve
- Organic Babies Baby Wash & Shampoo – Lavender
- Organic Babies Baby Wash & Shampoo – Scent Free
- Organic Babies Mum & Baby Rescue Balm
- Organic Babies Calming Nappy Cream
- Organic Children Quick Clean Hand Foam
- Organic Children Shampoo & Body Wash – Lavender Burst
- Organic Children Shampoo & Body Wash – Berry Smoothie
- Organic Children Bath & Shower – Berry Smoothie
- Organic Children Aloe Vera Lotion & After Sun
Oy skin care
- Oy Clear Skin Cleansing Moisturiser
- Oy Clear Skin Foaming Face Wash
- Oy Clear Skin Purifying Serum
- Oy Deodorant
Gift sets containing dermatologically tested skin care
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Do I still need to patch test if a product is dermatologically tested?
Yes. No test can guarantee that a product will suit every person. If your skin is sensitive or prone to reactions, patch test a new product before introducing it into your routine, even when it has been dermatologically tested.Â
If you are unsure how to patch test, learn more with our guide to patch testing skin care at home. If you have a known ingredient allergy, check the full ingredient list before use.
We hope you have found this guide to dermatologically tested skin care helpful. Discover more about our sensitive skin care products now or if you have any further questions, our friendly customer care team is happy to help. They can be contacted at 01403 740350 or @GreenPeopleUK.
This blog post has been reviewed by Charlotte Vøhtz, founder of Green People, who has 30+ years of experience in the natural and organic beauty industry. A recognised leader in the field of organic beauty, Charlotte helped inform the UK's first organic beauty standards and was voted the People’s Choice in the 2023 and 2024 list of Who’s Who in Natural Beauty. A published author, she wrote the organic beauty bible ‘Naturally Gorgeous’. Previously, she qualified as a nurse and spent over 10 years working in pharmaceuticals.
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