frequently asked questions

Why did you choose the name "The Honest Company"?

When we were trying to think of a name for our company, we thought we should choose something that reflected our core values and highest aspirations. Something that would keep us focused on doing things right and doing things better. The Honest Company was the clear choice.

If you look up "honest" in the Merriam-Webster dictionary, the words you'll find in the definition outline our beliefs and intentions. "Honest" means:

• Free from fraud or deception, truthful – We believe in transparency and that applies to everything – from what we put into our products and how they are made to our internal operations and how we do things.
• Genuine, real – The Honest Company was started by parents for parents. We are real tangible people, parents that understand what families need and we want to deliver on that – not some big corporation with no social consciousness that only cares about making a profit.
• Respectable, praiseworthy – We are people with integrity and we intend on not only doing things right, but also going above and beyond to earn your respect and loyalty – making you so delighted you want to shout it from a rooftop (or tweet it from your iPhone).
• Humble – We know no one can be absolutely perfect and a part of our commitment to honesty means we'll admit our flaws. It's pretty scary, but we think it's a good way to keep us focused on constant improvement.

Honestly? This is the beginning of a long journey and we expect we'll make mistakes and drift from the path here and there. We're only human. But, by naming ourselves after our purest intentions, we will constantly be reminded to do better.

What is the Honestly Free Guarantee?

See our commitment to using safer ingredients in our Honestly Free Guarantee.

What is The Honest Company Membership?

The Honest Company is built by parents, for parents. And as parents, we knew it would be super convenient and awesome to have a subscription service that delivers the most crucial family necessities directly to your door. Currently, we offer a Diapers & Wipes Bundle, Essentials Bundle, Health & Wellness Bundle, and an Organic Infant Formula + DHA Bundle–all include safer, affordable, eco-friendly products that are also really gorgeous. (No more hiding household items in any spare nook or cranny in your cupboards and closets.) Our members also enjoy the benefits of our modern family support system—an online and on-the-ground community that is always evolving to meet the needs of all parents. (Yes, we set the bar high.)

How do I become a member of The Honest Company?

Joining The Honest Company is easy, effortless, and risk-free. To get started, sign up for a free trial kit of the good stuff. As soon as you've completed your profile, we'll have a better understanding of what you need and want and our team can begin recommending products for your family. We'd love to get to know you over coffee, but this way is just much more efficient. Start Now

How does the monthly membership work?

Once you become a member, you automatically and oh-so-conveniently receive awesome family products on your doorstep. You can customize the content & shipping date of each Bundle based on your needs. Unless you customize your delivery frequency your Bundle will be shipped every four weeks.

How much does everything cost?

A membership to our Diapers & Wipes Bundle costs $79.95 per Bundle; our Essentials Bundle costs $35.95 per Bundle; and, our Health & Wellness Bundle costs $35.95 per Bundle; and, our Organic Infant Formula + DHA Bundle costs $119.95 per Bundle. (You’re not charged per month - only for the Bundles that ship to you!) Shipping and handling prices will vary based on the contents of your order and your shipping address.

The Diapers & Wipes Bundle membership includes the ability to add up to 3 additional Baby and Collective products to each Bundle at a 25% discount off the Honest Shop price. The Essentials Bundle membership includes the ability to add up to 3 additional Bath & Body, Cleaning, and Collective products to each Bundle at up to a 25% discount off the Honest Shop price. The Health & Wellness Bundle membership includes the ability to add up to 3 additional Health & Wellness and Collective products to each Bundle at up to a 25% discount off the Honest Shop price. The Organic Infant Formula + DHA Bundle membership includes the ability to add up to 3 additional Feeding and Collective products to each Bundle at a 25% discount off the Honest Shop price. There is no additional shipping & handling cost and the additional items will ship with your Bundle.

What if I'm afraid of commitment?

That's okay, there isn't one! We are totally committed to you, but you have no obligation to us. There’s no monthly membership fee; you're charged only for the Bundles that ship to you, and you have full control over the content & shipping date of each Bundle through your online account. Unless you customize your delivery frequency your Bundle will be shipped every four weeks. To see what others are saying about our services, check out our Honest Company reviews. Joining The Honest Company is risk-free and you can cancel at any time after your trial has been delivered by calling our amazing Honest Support team at 1.888.862.88181.888.862.8818, Monday - Friday 5AM - 5PM PST.

What are member benefits (i.e. member pricing) on The Collective?

Honest members with an active Bundle subscription will receive exclusive deals & special rates on Collective products! Benefits can include special pricing, early access to buy, and special offers - like a free bundle with purchase. Sign up for one of our Honest Bundles to get access to these great benefits.

What brands do you carry?

The Honest Company exclusively designs and distributes all our own products – maintaining intense focus on quality, product innovations, health & safety, and affordability.

Are these products exclusive to The Honest Company?

Yes. Yes. And, yes again. Sorry for the redundancy, but we believe so much in creating a better product and company that we've lost sleep so you don't have to. Our team has been hyper-vigilant with the details to ensure your family's health and well-being – so you can rest easy (and more!). We've developed some of the most innovative, effective, eye-pleasing, non-toxic family and home products you can’t find anywhere else.

Are your products really safer and better? How are your products different?

We have painstakingly focused on all the big & little things that go into creating an amazing product and service. Please see our Health & Sustainability Standards, Principles, and our Honestly Free Guarantee. We've been trying to think of everything and continually work to improve our efforts on every front. If you noticed we missed anything, or have a new recommendation, please – we want to hear from you!

Are your products tested on animals?

No. The Honest Company has signed PETA’s Statement of Assurance, which states that we "do not conduct, contract out, or fund studies on animals in the development, manufacturing, testing, or marketing of our products, nor do we intend to do so." We are a licensee of PETA’s cruelty-free logo (which will soon be featured on our site and product labels) and are listed on PETA's website as well as in their Shopping Guide for Caring Consumers. In addition, The Honest Company supports the development and adoption of alternative, cruelty-free methods of safety testing.

What's in my Diapers & Wipes Bundle?

The Diapers & Wipes Bundle is a monthly supply (based on average use) of super-absorbent, eco-friendly, and stylish baby diapers. Each month, at about the same time, you'll receive your Diapers & Wipes Bundle sized perfectly for your child. Also included are 4 packs of our thick and absorbent, botanically infused "Cheek to Cheek"™ wipes. Save 35% when purchasing our Diapers & Wipes Bundle Bundle versus purchasing Diapers and Wipes separately.

Each month when you are enrolled in the Diapers & Wipes Bundle, you can go to your personalized Account page and click on your Bundles to select the size that's appropriate for your little one, select the designs you love most, and adjust your desired approximate shipping date, if needed.

How many diapers are included in a one-month supply?

We have done our absolute best to generously forecast your monthly diaper & wipes usage. Based on a ton of category research, hundreds of use cases, and insights from moms and dads just like you, we have taken into account many factors in determining the amount to include in a diapers Bundle. The most important of these factors being the average monthly usage of U.S. infants and children and the composition of our diaper and how well it does its job (holding your baby's business). We certainly understand that every situation is unique, so we added extra on top of the average amount in order to accommodate your child's needs as they grow and develop. If you don't have enough for a 30-day supply, you can move up the shipment date for your next Bundle. If you find yourself with a few too many, you can move back the shipment date for your next Bundle. You can also give your Honest Support team a call at 1.888.862.88181.888.862.8818 to discuss with us how to manage your diaper supply going forward. Unless you customize your delivery frequency your Bundle will be shipped every four weeks.

Number of Diapers Included in a One-Month Supply

What's in my Essentials Bundle?

This Bundle is composed of the most useful baby care & home cleaning products – all derived from natural and organic ingredients.

Your Essentials Bundle will allow you to choose 5 of our Bath & Body and Cleaning products. We are constantly innovating to bring you exciting new products that you can mix-and-match into your custom Essentials Bundle.

There is a product limit of 1 of each item in the main Bundle shelf for the following items: Laundry Detergent, 4-in-1 Laundry Pods, Bug Spray, Suds Up, Healing Balm, and Sunscreen. The Aromatic Soy Candle, Healthy Child Healthy World, and The Honest Life are available only as Add & Save items.

The Essentials Bundle membership includes the ability to add up to 3 additional products to each Bundle at a 25% discount off the Honest Shop price. There is no additional shipping & handling cost and the additional items will ship with your Bundle.

To customize your Bundle, log in and go to your Account where you can adjust your essentials Bundle (and diapers & wipes Bundle) selections, as well as approximate shipping times.

What's in my Health & Wellness Bundle?

This Bundle is a monthly supply of vitamin supplements – all derived from whole-food based, natural, and organic ingredients.

Your Health & Wellness Bundle will allow you to choose 2 of our Health & Wellness products. We are constantly innovating to bring you exciting new products that you can mix-and-match into your custom Health & Wellness Bundle.

There is a product limit of 1 of each item in the main Bundle shelf for the Prenatal Multi-Vitamin.

The Health & Wellness Bundle membership includes the ability to add up to 3 additional products to each Bundle at a 25% discount off the Honest Shop price. There is no additional shipping & handling cost and the additional items will ship with your Bundle.

To customize your Bundle, log in and go to your Account, where you can adjust your Health & Wellness Bundle (and other Bundle) selections, as well as approximate shipping times.

What’s in my Organic Infant Formula + DHA Bundle?

This Bundle includes certified Organic Premium Infant Formula with iron, providing complete nutrition with many ingredients sourced from organic farms, and sustainably sourced premium fish oil DHA.  

Your Organic Infant Formula + DHA Bundle includes 4 tubs of Formula and 1 bottle of Baby DHA. Every family's feeding needs are entirely unique, and often change as your baby grows. If you exclusively formula feed, the Bundle is approximately a 4 week supply. If you are combination feeding it could be longer. We include a calculator to help you figure out exactly how much Formula you use. You can always customize the frequency of you Bundle at any time so it's just perfect for what you need, when you need it.

The Organic Infant Formula + DHA Bundle membership includes the ability to add up to 3 additional Feeding and Collective products to each Bundle at a 25% discount off the Honest Shop price. There is no additional shipping & handling cost and the additional items will ship with your Bundle.

To customize your Bundle, log in and go to your Account, where you can adjust your Formula Bundle (and other Bundle) selections, as well as approximate shipping times.

What is a Discovery Kit?

The Discovery Kit is an easy way for you to experience a sample trial of our Bundles. You can receive a handful of Honest Diapers & Wipes and/or travel sizes of our Shampoo + Body Wash, Lotion, Healing Balm, Multi-Surface Cleaner, and Hand Soap. Or, you can receive a trial size of our Prenatal and DHA/Omega-3 vitamins or Baby & Toddler Multi Powder and Kid's Multi-Vitamin. The Discovery Kit is free and shipped conveniently to your doorstep (however, there is a small shipping and handling fee of $5.95). We also have an Organic Premium Formula trial that includes 1 tub of Organic Premium Formula for $12.95.

When you receive your Discovery Kit, you begin a 7-day trial membership with The Honest Company. If you enjoy the products in your Discovery Kit and do not cancel your membership within 7 days of receipt, we will automatically ship you the Bundle that corresponds to your selected samples and charge your credit card accordingly. Your Bundle shipments will continue automatically, every 4 weeks, until you either customize or cancel your membership. If, after receiving your Discovery Kit, you do not wish to purchase a full Bundle, you must call Honest Support at 1.888.862.88181.888.862.8818 within 7 days to cancel your membership. You may cancel at any time during the trial period without obligation.

Will the wheat in your diapers cause a reaction in my son if he has allergies and celiac disease?

Wheat is used in the diapers because it's one of the only crops currently used for biopolymers (plastics made from plants). To our knowledge, no studies have been done regarding potential impacts on people with allergies or celiac disease. We do know that plastics made from corn go through a heating process to extract the starch from the corn and it destroys the immunologically reactive profilin. It's unclear if the same sort of "neutralization" happens when wheat is processed, but we'll explore this as best as we can. We are also eager to find non-food crops to use to create our biopolymers. In the meantime, we recommend you consult your family physician about whether or not you should try our diapers and how to best monitor for reactions.

What is The Collective?

The Collective is a special collection of products inspired by our favorite family essentials and must-haves for baby and home.

It’s called The Collective because each unique piece is created through a “together we can make it better” collaboration — in partnership with talented artisans, socially-minded brands, and innovative entrepreneurs who share our unwavering commitment to beautiful, safe, quality, practical products. And, our passion for creating a better world.

Each piece reflects our philosophy of beautiful basics and functional design – heritage quality combined with modern sensibility, sprinkled with a touch of fun.

I've received my Discovery Kit, now what?

Try it! And let us know what you think. You have 7 days from the day you receive the kit to enjoy our Honest products and decide if you're hooked! After 7 days, unless you have told us otherwise, we will ship your first full Bundle(s) of your selection directly to your doorstep and charge your credit card accordingly. We’ll send you a reminder before your first Bundle ships.

What is My Account?

After you become a member of The Honest Company, we create your very own, personalized Account page. Your Honest Account offers you the ability to select designs & sizing, modify shipping dates, mix new products into your Bundles, and access all the other details of your membership.

How do I update my Diaper size, styles, and ship date?

After you join, we will create a personalized Account page you can access by logging into your account at Honest.com. Here, you will be able to update your baby's weight and diaper size, select new styles, and advance or delay your next shipment to your exact specifications.

What if I don't update new diaper styles or products for my next Bundle?

If you don't update your diaper style preferences before it is time for us to process your next Bundle, you will receive a similar combination of the selections as you chose for the previous Diapers & Wipes Bundle, subject to availability.

If you don't mix-and-match new products in your Essentials Bundle or Health & Wellness Bundle before it is time for us to process your next Bundle, we will ship you the same product selection that you previously chose, subject to availability. Unless you customize your delivery frequency your Bundle will be shipped every four weeks.

If you don't update your delivery frequency before it's time for us to process your next Bundle, you will receive your Organic Infant Formula + DHA Bundle at the specified frequency, subject to availability.

Can I choose more than one Bundle per month?

Of course! If you want more than one, you can easily order the additional bundles as you go through the checkout process. It will show up on your Account page if you decide to use the same login/account information. You will be charged $35.95 for each additional Essentials Bundle, $35.95 for each additional Health & Wellness Bundle, $79.95 for each additional Diapers & Wipes Bundle you purchase, or $119.95 for each additional Organic Infant Formula + DHA Bundle. Shipping will be FREE when you buy multiple Bundles with the same account.

Can I skip a month?

Bottom-line: We want you to be happy. Call Honest Support at 1.888.862.88181.888.862.8818 and we will work with you to find the best solution. Maybe that means advancing or delaying your shipment. Maybe that means mixing in new products or deleting ones that are not your favorite. But regardless, our goal is to delight you and we want to make sure that happens.

How do I cancel my Honest Company membership?

It's our ultimate goal to make your life a little better, so before you cancel, we'd love to know how we can keep you in the family. And we don't mean that in a creepy or clingy way – we just want to be good to our community. Please call or email us anytime to offer your insights, thoughts, or criticisms – and we'll do everything we can to make it right. However, if you do wish to cancel, you may do so at any time and there is no cancellation fee.

The Honest Company strives to provide the best service and personal experience, but if you decide to cancel, please call Honest Support at 1.888.862.8818 Monday - Friday 5AM - 5PM PST.

Please note: Accounts cannot be cancelled via email, Facebook, or other forms of social media.

How do orders ship?

We currently work with FedEx and OnTrac as our shipping carriers.

How much does it cost to ship the Discovery Kit?

It costs $5.95 to ship our Discovery Kit to any shipping address in the United States (including Alaska and Hawaii!) and that's regardless of whether you pick just diapers, just essentials, just Health & Wellness items, or all three kits!

How much does it cost to ship a monthly Bundle?

Well, it depends...

• If your shipping address is within the contiguous United States, you pay $5.95 for the Essentials Bundle and Health & Wellness Bundle. If you include additional items in your Bundle and the total is over $50, shipping is free. If your shipping address is within the contiguous United States and you purchase the Diapers & Wipes Bundle, Organic Infant Formula + DHA Bundle, or multiple Bundles—good news—shipping is FREE!
• If you live in Alaska or Hawaii, shipping is $29.95 for the Essentials Bundle, $14.95 for the Health & Wellness Bundle, $39.95 for the Diapers & Wipes Bundle, and $29.95 for the Organic Infant Formula + DHA Bundle. We’ll discount your shipping $5.95 per Bundle if you have multiple Bundles or if the order total is over $50! (Sorry, we can't waive the shipping and handling charges for you quite yet.)
• If you live in Canada, shipping is $5.95 for each Bundle, with an additional 25% international surcharge (see Canada section below for details).

How much does it cost to ship items purchased from the shop?

If your shipping address is within the contiguous United States:

• Shipping & handling is $5.95 for the first item and $1 for each additional item.
• Shipping is FREE for orders over $50.
• Shipping & handling is $5.95 for the Essentials Bundle and Health & Wellness Bundle. Shipping is free for the Diapers & Wipes Bundle and Organic Infant Formula + DHA Bundle. If you order multiple Bundles—good news—shipping is FREE for all of your Bundles!

If your shipping address is in Alaska or Hawaii:

• Shipping & handling is $14.95 for the first item and $1 for each additional item but you will receive a $5.95 discount.
• Shipping & handling is $29.95 for the Essentials Bundle, $14.95 for the Health & Wellness Bundle, $39.95 for the Diapers & Wipes Bundle, and $29.95 for the Organic Infant Formula + DHA Bundle.
• Shipping & handling for multiple Bundles will be discounted by $5.95 per Bundle. (Sorry, we can't waive the shipping and handling charges for you quite yet.)
• Shipping & handling for orders over $50 will be discounted by $5.95. (Cannot be combined with multiple Bundle discount.)

If your shipping address is in Canada:

• Shipping & handling is $5.95 for the first item and $1 for each additional item.
• Shipping & handling is $5.95 for each Bundle. Unfortunately, we cannot offer discounts on multiple Bundles at this time.
• An international surcharge of 25% will be applied to the subtotal of every order shipped to Canada.
• Unfortunately, we are unable to offer a shipping discount for orders over $50 shipped to Canada. As we grow, we hope to. Thank you for understanding!

Do you ship to Alaska and Hawaii?

Yes! Orders shipped to Alaska and Hawaii are charged a $29.95 shipping and handling fee for the Essentials Bundle, $14.95 for the Health & Wellness Bundle, $39.95 shipping and handling fee for the Diapers & Wipes Bundle, and $29.95 shipping and handing fee for the Organic Infant Formula + DHA Bundle. This charge covers the additional postage and handling required to ship to these locations. If you have multiple Bundles, we’ll discount the shipping by $5.95 per Bundle!

Do you ship to other U.S. territories?

Sorry, not at this time!

Do you ship to APO/FPO addresses?

Yes! We are extremely excited to have recently made our products available to our service members with APO/FPO/DPO addresses around the globe. We're offering free shipping for a limited time, excluding Free Trial/Discovery Kit products and select Collective Items, including the stroller and 4-in-1 Convertible Crib. Shipping times may vary depending on location. Terms of Free Shipping offer subject to change. Note: Due to carrier regulations, certain items cannot be shipped to some locations, including APO/FPO/DPO addresses. This will be messaged during the checkout process if applicable.

Do you ship to Canada?

Yes! We are extremely excited to have recently made our products available to our Canadian customers. Estimated shipping time ranges from 4-10 days. Note, due to Canadian regulations, we can ship vitamins and products with active ingredients (like non-nano zinc oxide in our sunscreen) but we cannot ship more than a 90-day supply (usually 3 vitamin bottles) per shipment or Organic Premium Infant Formula. All purchases must be for personal use only.

Why do I pay an International Surcharge?

We charge an international surcharge to cover the additional cost to serve our international customers, including shipping and taxes. Please note: all prices and charges are in U.S. dollars.

Do you ship overseas?

Sorry, but currently we do not ship overseas. We will try to change this in the future!

Can I track my order?

Yes. Once your order is confirmed you can easily track its status in your Account page. You can also do this by clicking on Order History in the dropdown and selecting the order you wish to track. After your order ships, you'll receive a notification email with a tracking number, so you can check on your shipping status and know when to expect your order.

Why am I unable to ship certain items via 2-day or standard overnight shipping?

Due to Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) safety restrictions, items that contain regulated materials cannot be shipped by air (2-Day, Standard Overnight). This will be messaged during the checkout process if applicable. Among the products with FAA restrictions are the following: Bug Spray, Hand Sanitizer 8 oz., Hand Sanitizer 2-pack, Hand Sanitizer Spray, Glass + Window Cleaner, Glass + Window Cleaner Concentrate, and Sunscreen Spray.

What types of payment do you accept?

We accept Visa, MasterCard, American Express, Discover, and Amazon Payments. We do not accept personal checks, money orders, or Monopoly money as payment.

When will my card be charged?

We will charge your card on the date your order is set to process. (Reminder: You have full control over this date so you never have to stockpile up on products or pay for products you don’t need quite yet. In the event your credit card or debit card is declined when we process your charge, we will continue to attempt to process your charge during the month until the transaction is approved. If we are unable to complete your charge, Honest Support may contact you directly to update your account information.)

Can I return my order?

Yes, this is covered under The Honest Guarantee. It's simple — if you are not 100% satisfied with one of our products, we will create a solution for you. Returns are accepted within 365 days of you receiving the product and they are subject to a restocking fee of $6.95 ($9.95 for a Diapers & Wipes Bundle or Organic Infant Formula + DHA Bundle).

If you live in Alaska, Hawaii, or Canada:

You may return your order at your own expense with no restocking fee. Please contact us to coordinate this.

Note, at this time, gift Bundles are non-refundable.

How do exchanges work?

If, for any reason, you would like to exchange your product for a different one, we'll happily accommodate you under our Good Faith exchange policy. Our team will immediately ship out the product you'd like, and give you up to 10 business days to return the product with which you were not satisfied. (Please note: as with returns, exchanges are subject to a restocking fee).

If you live in Alaska, Hawaii, or Canada:

Exchanges are allowed and you will be charged an additional shipping charge. Canadian orders will also be assessed an international surcharge. Please contact us to coordinate this.

How do I make an exchange or return?

It's simple — call us and we'll get you started. We hope you love our products as much as we do, but if not, we'll take care of it. Please call us at 1.888.862.88181.888.862.8818.

How long will my exchange or return take?

Return ground shipping can take up to 7 business days, depending on the shipping distance. After we receive your return at the warehouse, please allow up to 10 business days for the return to be posted to your original method of payment.

Can I choose what kind of emails I want to receive?

Of course. We know that sometimes you want it all, and sometimes less is more. To manage your email preferences, simply sign in, choose My Account, and select the Email Preferences link. Uncheck any boxes next to types of emails you wish to stop receiving from us. Alternatively, you can follow the unsubscribe instructions included in all emails sent from The Honest Company.

Do you have a friend referral program?

Yes! You can earn $20 Honest Credit for each new friend that makes a qualified first purchase. Go to our Invites page to get started! We are sincerely thankful for your efforts to share The Honest Company experience with your family and friends. The bigger this dream becomes, the better it is for everyone!

Can I buy your items and re-sell them in my store?

Thanks for your enthusiasm for sharing our products! Currently, we don't have a re-sale system in place and would prefer to have people buy directly from us. You see, we love personally interacting with all of our customers and this relationship is essential to the development of new and better products, as well as to building the Honest movement in general. We do appreciate your support and invite you to contact us if you want to discuss any unique opportunities or proposals that you might have.

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