Want Arbonne Ingredients? You'll have to work for it.

NancyM on 27 Jan 2009 at 12:00am
Want Arbonne Ingredients? You'll have to work for it.

I've given up looking for the ingredients in Arbonne's NutriMinC RE9 REtaliate Wrinkle Filler.

I'm far from alone in this frustration.  Read this Arbonne post with over 16,000 reads to get a flavor of the complaints about Arbonne ingredient information.

Arbonne's ingredient listings feels out-of-place in this age of transparency and customer-centric marketing.  Arbonne makes consumers work to gain insight into the Arbonne product ingredients.

To get the ingredient list of any Arbonne product you must contact an Arbonne consultant.  Why does Arbonne make this an arduous process when  consumers are accustomed to Googling a product to get instant information?  To make a sale.

Arbonne - a love, hate relationship

If you're an Arbonne consultant, you either love Arbonne (i.e., you've made it to the top in sales and can feel the love as you drive off in the latest sales incentive) or you hate Arbonne (i.e., haven't sold diddly and got stuck with tons of product).

Ditto the Arbonne customers. Love the product, got a great deal, always get samples. Hate the product, can't find a consultant, can't escape the consultant. 

Love it or hate it?  Share your thoughts about Arbonne?

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Arbonne Consultant (1 post) 3 Feb 2009
Here are the ingredients for the NutriMinC RE9 REtaliate Wrinkle Filler: Water, HDI/Trimethylol Hexyllactone Crosspolymer, Cetyl Ethylhexanoate, Glycerin, Squalane, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Arachidyl Alcohol, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea Butter), Dipeptide Diaminobutyroyl Benzylamide Diacetate, Palmitoyl Oligopeptide, Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7, Aminobutyric Acid, Sodium Hyaluronate, Magnesium Ascorbyl Phosphate, Thioctic Acid, Butylene Glycol, Dimethicone, Silica Dimethyl Silylate, PEG-12 Glyceryl Dimyristate, Behenyl Alcohol, Arachidyl Glucoside, Polyacrylate 13, Polyisobutene, Polysorbate 2, Silica, Carbomer, Aminomethyl Propanol, Disodium EDTA, Phenoxyethanol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Potassium Sorbate
CoNaturGrl (7 posts) 26 Feb 2011
Are you proud of the fact that pretty much everything on this list is toxic or at least questionable except the first ingredient, which is water??
girl with the word (unregistered guest) 16 Jun 2009
If you have ordered from arbonne then you should have realized that the ingredients in the product are listed on the packaging that the product was sent in easy peazy just like that.
2451anon (2 posts) 15 Jun 2010
um, hello? this is for people who want to see or know what they are buying, before they shell out the $50. There are some ingredients that people are allergic to, or have a reaction to, and want to see if it is in the product before they buy it. Unlike Clinique, you can go to a store, ask to see the product package, read the ingredients, then decide. You do not have that option when you are ordering online. I have to see an ingredient list before I buy anything, because my skin cannot tolerate any type of oil, must be oil-free.
CoNaturGrl (7 posts) 26 Feb 2011
I realize you may have already come to your senses about these products since 2009, but my guess is that most people want to know whats in their cosmetic, health and beauty care BEFORE they buy(?). If a company isn't willing to disclose that openly, they're probably hiding something.
Cate Witt (unregistered guest) 26 Jul 2009
Hi there, Can you tell me what is in the baby sunscreen? Thanks, CW
mojomama (unregistered guest) 27 Jul 2009
Ummm, I want to read the ingredient list BEFORE I buy the product. Eazy Peazy?
why.lie (1 post) 31 Aug 2009
I took this list and researched each one of the ingredients on the list. the very first one is a known highly-toxic substance-- "safe and botanical" my arse. After reserching all the ingredients (finding that the only "botanical" ingredient is shea butter- out of a very long list)I see that most of the chemicals are moderately to highly toxic, have been linked to nuroligical disorders, and reproductive toxidity, even in small amounts, some of them cause cancer, and some allow all of the other harmfull ingredients to fully penetrate the skin. So, maybe Arbonne really works, maybe you will have beautiful skin- but at what cost? Maybe if you sell it you will make some money, but at what cost to others? After looking into the above product listing, I am definately not interested in using it. I hope you do your research before you use it and decide for yourself what beauty costs to you...
sunshine22 (1 post) 14 Dec 2009
Although they claim to be vegan, Arbonne is not. The make up brushes are made with pig hair. A customer rep also told me a couple of other products weren't vegan as well, although they claim to be "totally vegan" and are "vegan certified". Very unethical and deceiving.
nikki rvc (1 post) 26 Dec 2009
I have been trying for hours to get a complete ingredient list for the FC5 shampoo and conditioner in order to determine if it is sodium and sulfite free and safe for my newly keretin straightened hair. I have found this impossible and am extremely displeased with the unavailability of this information. Does anyone have this list?
CoNaturGrl (7 posts) 23 Feb 2011
If you're looking for Sulfate-Free shampoo Envy Organics (the first ingredient is Organic Aloe Leaf). I also researched the Arbonne ingredients and in my humble opinion--if I can't pronounce it, I don't want to use it.

If you would like to check out Envy's stuff, go to http://www.envyorganics.com/index.asp?repid=8498876
Arbonne Consulatant (1 post) 28 Dec 2009
Hello, I looked on their website and could not get the ingredient list to copy because it is a pdf file. However, I did see Sodium C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate as one of the top ingredients in the shampoo. There is also sodium cocoyl isethionate as an ingredient in the shampoo.In the conditioner there is: Sodium riboflavin phosphate and Sodium PCA. Hope this helps!
Tavie (1 post) 16 Feb 2010
I need a listing of the ingredients in the Arbonne Makeup primer: Virtual Illusion- thx!
ArbonneGirl (1 post) 26 Feb 2010
Here is the ingredient list for the primer and a bit about the vegan aspects of Arbonne: Primer: Cyclopentasiloxane, dimethicone, crosspolimer, cychohexasiloxane, HDI/Trimenthol, hexyllactone crosspolymer, C-12-15 alkyl Benzoate, palmitoyl oligopepeptide, Ceramide 2, Sodium hyaluronate, equisetum, arvense Extract, camellia sinensis leaf extract, vitis vinifera(grape) seed extract, Prunus Armeniaca (apricot) kernel oil, tribenenin, peg-10 rapeseed sterol, ethyhexyl palmitate, silica dimenthyl, butylene glycol, silica, mica, tin oxide, titanium dioxide, iron oxide. As for the vegan element: "The 10-Piece Precision Brush Set Business Aid includes animal-derived hair, obtained through humane grooming practices. These items are currently being adjusted to meet vegan certification standards in 2010." check out this link everyone, educate yourself before launching a tirade. http://www.arbonne.com/products/
Seminole373 (1 post) 17 Nov 2010
Hummmm...animal derived from humane grooming practices? Are you kidding me??? Did you ASK the animal if you could have his hair? And where do these animals live? And how are they cared for while waiting for their hair to fall out so you can scoop it up for your cosmetic brushes????? Why not just have RESPECTABLE taklon or synthetic hair brushes in the FIRST place- to change just because of public outcry is not acceptable.

As for the ingredients... organic.. yeah right. there are more chemicals in your products than some products not even claiming to be organic!
toth (1 post) 26 Mar 2010

Arbonne has heard your complaints. They are upgrading the website to include the full ingredient list directly underneath the product. You will not need a consultant to get the ingredient list. This will start May 1st.

2451anon (2 posts) 15 Jun 2010
well, its June 15th, I checked the website, and I don't see an ingredient list anywhere on the site, nor with the product description.
Central IL (1 post) 20 Dec 2010
The only ingredients listed, are the 'key' ingredients. I, too, would like to see ALL of the ingredients before spending my money.
Kyleanon (1 post) 14 Sep 2010
Well, it's Sept 14th, still no ingredients. VERY disappointed---just got home from an Arbonne Intro meeting. Assumed I could look up all the "natural ingredients" online. They are not on the website, and judging from the ingredient list above, are not nearly what they present themselves to be. Wow, what a disappointment!!!!!
Syracuse6763 (1 post) 2 Dec 2010
For a TOTAL LIST OF INGREDIENTS, just google "Arbonne product knowledge". Then you just click on the actual product name. It has ALL the ingredients. This site is the info for reps/consultants. You'll be amazed at all the ingredients in each product, that are not actually listed on the products. I was planning on going to an Arbonne party, but after doing some research, I don't think I'll be going. Good luck!
Erynne (1 post) 29 Mar 2011
After entering the ingredient list for NutriMinC RE9 REtaliate Wrinkle Filler on the SkinDeep Cosmetics Safety Database, here's what I found out (please keep in mind this is a preliminary report and has not been verified by EWG). Considering the toxicity of a lot of the other things on the market, I would actually consider purchasing this product, since my personal cutoff point is things ranked 4 and above:

Overall toxicity rating (3) of 10

POLYSORBATE-20 (4) Organ system toxicity (non-reproductive), Contamination concerns (ETHYLENE OXIDE, 1,4-DIOXANE)


PEG-12 GLYCERYL DIMYRISTATE (4) Organ system toxicity (non-reproductive), Contamination concerns (ETHYLENE OXIDE, 1,4-DIOXANE)

PHENOXYETHANOL (4)
Allergies/immunotoxicity, Organ system toxicity (non-reproductive), Irritation (skin, eyes, or lungs), Occupational hazards, Use restrictions

AMINOBUTYRIC ACID (3) Neurotoxicity, Endocrine disruption, Organ system toxicity (non-reproductive)

POTASSIUM SORBATE (3) Allergies/immunotoxicity, Organ system toxicity (non-reproductive), Irritation (skin, eyes, or lungs)

DIMETHICONE (2)
Use restrictions


DISODIUM EDTA (2)
Neurotoxicity, Organ system toxicity (non-reproductive), Enhanced skin absorption

SILICA, AMORPHOUS (1) Biochemical or cellular level changes

GLYCERIN (2)
Organ system toxicity (non-reproductive), Occupational hazards

AMINOMETHYL PROPANOL (2) Irritation (skin, eyes, or lungs), Contamination concerns (NITROSAMINES-in the presence of nitrosating agents, OXAZOLIDINE)

ARACHIDYL ALCOHOL (0) None Identified

POLYISOBUTENE (1)
Organ system toxicity (non-reproductive)

CETYL ETHYLHEXANOATE (1) Irritation (skin, eyes, or lungs)

SQUALANE (1)
Irritation (skin, eyes, or lungs)

ETHYLHEXYL PALMITATE (1) Irritation (skin, eyes, or lungs)

ETHYLHEXYLGLYCERIN (1) Organ system toxicity (non-reproductive), Irritation (skin, eyes, or lungs)

THIOCTIC ACID (1)
None Identified

SODIUM HYALURONATE (1) None Identified

BUTYLENE GLYCOL (1)
Irritation (skin, eyes, or lungs)

HDI/ TRIMETHYLOL HEXYLLACTONE CROSSPOLYMER (0)
None Identified

DIPEPTIDE DIAMINOBUTYROYL BENZYLAMIDE DIACETATE (0) None Identified

PALMITOYL OLIGOPEPTIDE (0) None Identified

PALMITOYL TETRAPEPTIDE-7 (0)
None Identified

SILICA DIMETHYL SILYLATE (0) None Identified

ARACHIDYL GLUCOSIDE (0) None Identified

POLYACRYLATE-13 (0)
None Identified

MAGNESIUM ASCORBYL PHOSPHATE (0)
None Identified

BUTYROSPERMUM PARKII (SHEA BUTTER) (0)
None Identified
BEHENYL ALCOHOL (0)
None Identified

CARBOMER (0)
None Identified

WATER (0)
Innocuous
CoNaturGrl (7 posts) 29 Mar 2011
Erynne: Thanks for all of your hard work in researching this information, but I think for my own personal use and those I care about, I would not buy from a company that isn't willing to make an ingredient list readily available to the public. I see nothing "Pure" or "Safe" about any of these ingredients except water...I can get that for free!
CoNaturGrl (7 posts) 29 Mar 2011
In sharp contrast, here's a company with amazing, life-changing skin and wellness products that are 100% natural. The complete ingredient lists for all products are found prominently throughout their website: www.myhavvn.com/catherineworkman
Botanical (1 post) 2 Apr 2011
I, too, have carefully researched the ingredient listings found on the Arbonne products and am dismayed how unhealthy and harmful they are for the skin. A product line I must suggest is: Sunflower Organics. The products are made from certified organic ingredients, top of the line natural oils, and packed with fresh nutrients and essential fatty acids for the skin. The website has a sign-up link to receive current product updates. Full disclosure on all ingredients. Currently the website is being updated with the new products. Some of the products I have tried and absolutely love are the Pink Grapefruit with Jojoba; Whipped Ginger Lime Butter (made with fresh ginger!); an antioxidant creme with avocado which is the best thing I've ever used on my skin; and a Hemp and Rosemary Lotion. The facial cleanser is made with organic olive oil, organic jojoba, green tea, white tea...to name just a few ingredients. This company is going places....keep your eye on it.
CoNaturGrl (7 posts) 3 Apr 2011
Thanks, Botanical--Isn't it great how nature can provide what we need to look and feel healthy!

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