Oil Monkees uses all natural ingredients because that's what's good for people. Our society has introduced so many cheap chemicals into the products that we use in our daily lives, and the health problems they cause are becoming obvious. Our goal is to provide people with more natural, affordable, options. We use very few preservatives in our products, but we do have to use them occasionally. There are products that would not be safe for you to use long-term if we didn't (no thanks, moldy sugar scrubs). Even with ingredients like preservatives, we choose the safest and most natural options available, so you don't have to worry about what's going on your skin. We are continuously coming up with new products to help people - so if you have suggestions, just email us! We would love to help you find the perfect solution to your needs.