Ethics & Transparency
CleanFormulation is an independent, evidence-focused research project. This page explains the ethical principles, transparency practices, and internal safeguards that guide how content is selected, written, reviewed, corrected, and published.
Core ethical principles
Our ethics are deliberately simple and practical. They are designed to protect readers from misinformation, exaggeration, and inappropriate guidance.
- Evidence before opinion: Claims must be supported by verifiable sources.
- Non-medical boundaries: We do not provide diagnosis, treatment, or clinical advice.
- Transparency over authority: We explain how conclusions are reached instead of asking readers to trust titles or institutions.
Editorial control & independence
All editorial decisions at CleanFormulation are made internally by the site’s research team. We do not allow brands, manufacturers, advertisers, or external parties to influence topic selection, wording, conclusions, or publication decisions.
CleanFormulation content may be prepared by multiple contributors including research writers, formulation researchers, and subject-matter reviewers. All contributors participating in the preparation of a page are identified on that page and listed on the Editorial Team & Contributors page.
- No brand-approved content
- No paid product reviews
- No sponsored conclusions or rankings
If future collaborations or funding arrangements are introduced, they will be disclosed clearly on this page and on any affected content.
Conflicts of interest
CleanFormulation currently operates without commercial partnerships. CleanFormulation contributors and editorial reviewers do not receive payment from cosmetic or chemical manufacturers in exchange for editorial influence.
If a potential conflict becomes relevant in the future (financial, professional, or personal), it will be disclosed directly on the affected page.
Readers are encouraged to report any suspected undisclosed conflicts via the contact page.
Strict content boundaries
CleanFormulation enforces clear boundaries on what may be published:
- No treatment instructions or medical advice
- No claims of curing, preventing, or diagnosing conditions
- No fear-based or alarmist language
- No aggressive persuasion or consumer manipulation
Content that crosses these boundaries is revised or rejected during internal review.
Data use, reader submissions & privacy
Readers may contact us with questions, observations, or product experiences. When such information is used for research context:
- Only relevant details are retained
- Personal identifiers are removed
- No submissions are treated as medical evidence
Data handling practices are explained in detail in our Privacy Policy.
Corrections & accountability
Errors are treated as part of responsible research, not as failures to hide. When a factual issue is identified:
- The report is reviewed internally
- Sources are re-checked
- Content is corrected with a clear explanation where appropriate
If a page contains a serious error, it may be withdrawn or rewritten entirely to avoid misleading readers.
Ongoing commitment
CleanFormulation commits to staying small, careful, and honest. As the project evolves, this page will be updated to reflect new practices rather than aspirational ones. Reader scrutiny is welcomed and treated as part of responsible research culture.