The Science

The science

What we know,
and how we know it.

Ayurvedic tradition chose the botanicals. Independent laboratories tested the formulas. This page shows you both, claim by claim, with nothing left to trust on faith.

See the evidence Decode the label
12Substantiated claims across two formulas
0Clinical studies
0Fragrance allergens screened
0PFAS compounds screened
0Free-from, lab verified
0%Ingredients disclosed
How a claim earns its place

From formula to carton, in four steps.

Nothing appears on our label because it sounds good. Every word passed through the same sequence, and every step left a document behind.

01

Formulated

Built from the Ayurvedic pharmacopoeia, disclosed in full INCI with no proprietary blends.

02

Tested

Clinical, analytical, and microbiological testing at independent laboratories in the United States.

03

Signed

Final reports concluded and signed by a board certified gynecologist and a consulting dermatologist.

04

Claimed

Only what the paperwork supports is printed. If a test was not done, the claim is not made.

I

Clinical evaluation

Both formulas were evaluated in human studies at an independent US laboratory, with oversight from a board certified gynecologist and a consulting dermatologist. These are the tests behind the words on our label.

Gynecologist tested

Two-week safety-in-use studies on female volunteers
Studies
4855 (Kumari) and 4856 (Naari), signed final reports
Laboratory
ALS, Irving, Texas
Finding
The board certified gynecologist observed no clinically meaningful changes after two weeks of daily use
Substantiated

Dermatologist tested

Concluded and signed by a consulting dermatologist, MD
Basis
Repeat insult patch testing reviewed by a dermatologist
Panel
Volunteers with self-perceived sensitive skin
Finding
No indication of a potential to elicit dermal irritation or sensitization
Substantiated

HRIPT tested

Human repeat insult patch test, sensitive skin panel, both formulas
What it is
The reference test for irritation and sensitization potential
Design
Repeated applications over several weeks, then a challenge phase
Supports
The hypoallergenic claim on both products
Substantiated

Hypoallergenic

A claim we make only because the testing supports it
Basis
HRIPT results on both formulas
Also
31-compound fragrance allergen panel, all not detected
Note
Formulated without synthetic fragrance
Substantiated
II

Purity and stability

Independent analytical testing beyond what most intimate care brands pursue. Every line below is a separate laboratory result.

Heavy metals

Antimony, arsenic, cadmium, lead, mercury
Why
Botanical extracts can carry trace metals, so we screen for five
Result
Not detected, with lead below the reporting limit
Tested

Preservative efficacy

USP <51> challenge against five microorganisms
Why
Confirms the formula stays protected across its shelf life
Result
Meets USP criteria of acceptance, both formulas
Passed

Microbiological screening

USP <61> microbial enumeration, both formulas
Scope
Total aerobic microbial count and yeast and mold count, with a suitability test to confirm the formula’s own preservatives did not mask the result
Laboratory
ALS, Torrance, California. Reports 1265205 (Kumari) and 1265206 (Naari)
Result
Below 10 CFU/g on every count, both formulas
Below 10 CFU/g

Stability

Freeze and thaw cycles plus accelerated aging
Design
Three freeze and thaw cycles and 90 days at elevated temperature and humidity
Result
Passed
Passed
III

Free from, and how we know

Anyone can leave an ingredient out. We had a third party laboratory confirm it. Each claim below carries a certificate of analysis.

SLS and SLES

Harsh sulfate surfactants
Lab verified

Parabens

Preservative class
Lab verified

Phthalates

Plasticizers
Lab verified

Synthetic fragrance

Formulation plus 31-allergen panel
Not detected

Formaldehyde

HPLC analysis
Not detected

PFAS

15 compounds screened
Not detected
IV

Certified by others

Independent bodies whose marks we are licensed to carry. Each seal is verifiable through the issuing organization, not through us.

LB
Leaping BunnyCruelty-free certified
V
Vegan SocietyRegistered vegan trademark
GMP
WHO-GMPCertified manufacturing facility
ISO
ISO 1612896% and 96.85% naturally derived
FDA
MoCRAFDA registered facility
Read the label like we do

Every ingredient has a job.
Tap one to see it.

Both formulas are disclosed in full INCI, in descending order, exactly as printed on the carton. No proprietary blends. No fragrance catch-alls. Here are a few, decoded.

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For years, women came to me with the same quiet worry. What they were using was made for a market, not for a body, and never for a body that changes. They deserved better. So we made it, and then we had every claim tested.
Shilpika DevaiahAyurveda Doctor · Founder
Documentation on request

Ask us for the paperwork.

Retail partners, journalists, and curious customers are welcome to request our substantiation file.

  • Clinical study summariesStudies 4855 · 4856
  • Microbiological reportsALS 1265205 · 1265206
  • Certificates of analysisIndependent laboratories
  • Certification licensesLeaping Bunny · Vegan Society
  • Facility registrationsWHO-GMP · MoCRA
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Rooted in Tradition. Backed by Science.

This page describes testing and certifications for Ayurveda Sutra products. It is for general information and is not medical advice. Our products are cosmetics and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.