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We help brands prove their quality with independent verification, and help consumers see the evidence behind a product, not just the marketing.

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Claims evidenceExcellent
Formula logicStrong
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The standard

A real standard, backed by real testing.

Every claim is judged on finished-product evidence, read against the real ingredient list, and benchmarked to the regulations that govern beauty worldwide. Not marketing language. Documented proof.

EU 1223/2009US MoCRAIndia BIS & CDSCOKorea MFDSISO 22716 GMP

The gap

Clean claims are easy.
Clean proof isn't.

Every brand says its product is “clinically proven”, “dermatologist tested”, or “100% natural”. Almost none of it is independently verified.

Until now.

✗ Unverified
"Clinically proven"
No study on file
✗ Unverified
"Dermatologist tested"
No panel, no protocol
✗ Unverified
"100% natural"
No origin verification
✓ Verified
Clean Sheet Approved
Independent review. Public proof.

The shift

Your consumer has changed.
They now demand proof.

The researcher

~72%

of Indian consumers actively research ingredients and reviews before they buy.

The value-driven buyer

>65%

will pay a premium for products with verified safe or transparent claims.

The skeptic

8 in 10

say they feel confused or skeptical about clean and natural marketing.

When every brand claims quality, only verified products win.

Down to the last drop

Every drop, held
to the standard.

The serum in the bottle should match the story on the label. We read the evidence, so the two always line up.

The Clean Sheet Review Engine

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Drop a product name or URL. The review engine finds every marketing claim the product makes, digs up the evidence behind each one, reads the real ingredient list, and hands you one clear Clean Sheet standing.

  • Finds every claim, then grades it on a 1-7 evidence ladder: from 'no proof publicly visible' to published clinical studies
  • Reads the actual INCI, so 'fragrance-free' and 'contains actives' claims can't lie
  • Checks ASCI advertising rules and the India drug-cosmetic boundary
  • Compares price and claims across Nykaa, Amazon, Flipkart & quick commerce
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La Roche-Posay Mela B3 Serum

26 claims found. Checked against studies, the INCI, and 8 platforms:

Clean Sheet Approved
Claims hold up to the evidence
“Corrects dark spots”: clinical study, 41 women, 8 weeks. Well supported.
“Fragrance-free” on a marketplace listing, contradicted by the INCI.
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Under the hood

What the review
actually checks.

25k+
Ingredients scored
ParabensRetinolNiacinamideDMDM HydantoinGlycerinOxybenzoneSqualaneMITHyaluronic AcidBHAPhenoxyethanolCeramides
Science-backed

25,000+ ingredients. Read, not marketed.

We pull the product's real INCI and read it against 25,000+ ingredients cross-referenced to EU, India, US & Korea, so 'fragrance-free' and 'contains actives' claims are checked against fact.

Natural
Coconut Oil
Tea Tree (neat)
Essential Oils
Synthetic
Niacinamide
Hyaluronic Acid
Formaldehyde
VS
Ingredient transparency

Not all natural is safe. Not all synthetic is harmful.

We cut through the marketing noise. Every claim is judged on the actual chemistry and the evidence behind it, not buzzwords like 'clean', 'green', or 'pure'.

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Real proof

One clear standing. Backed by proof.

Every reviewed product gets a public page: its Clean Sheet standing, the claims, and the evidence behind each one. Approved means the claims genuinely hold up.

DMDM Hydantoin ·Phenoxyethanol ·Niacinamide ·Oxybenzone ·Sodium Hyaluronate ·Methylparaben ·Ceramide NP ·Triclosan ·Glycerin ·Butylparaben ·Squalane ·Phthalates ·Centella Asiatica ·Fragrance / Parfum ·Bakuchiol ·SLS ·DMDM Hydantoin ·Phenoxyethanol ·Niacinamide ·Oxybenzone ·Sodium Hyaluronate ·Methylparaben ·Ceramide NP ·Triclosan ·Glycerin ·Butylparaben ·Squalane ·Phthalates ·Centella Asiatica ·Fragrance / Parfum ·Bakuchiol ·SLS ·
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Clean Sheet Standing
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Claims EvidenceStrong
Formula LogicStrong
TransparencyExcellent
For Brands & Manufacturers

Certification is the new
competitive advantage.

Indian consumers are getting smarter. They're reading ingredient lists, questioning claims, and choosing brands that show their work. The Clean Sheet gives you a way to do that, credibly, independently, and permanently on the public record.

Differentiate from brands that only claim, not prove
Public proof page with QR code on every certified product
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30%
higher revenue for products with independent trust badges
80%
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Common Questions

Everything you wanted to know about clean beauty in India

How do I check if a beauty product is safe in India?
The easiest way is The Clean Sheet's free Product Review tool. Paste a product name or URL and it finds every marketing claim, grades each against real evidence and the actual ingredient list, checks India's advertising and drug-boundary rules, and gives you one clear Clean Sheet standing.
What is The Clean Sheet?
The Clean Sheet is India's first independent, science-backed clean beauty platform. We provide an AI-powered Product Review tool that checks marketing claims against evidence, a reviewed product registry, a database of 25,000+ cosmetic ingredients, and a rigorous product certification for beauty brands. Everything is free for consumers.
Is The Clean Sheet's ingredient analysis free?
Yes. The Product Review tool is completely free to use. Paste any product name or URL (Nykaa, Amazon, brand website) and you get a full review: every claim graded against evidence, the real ingredient list, price parity, and a clear Clean Sheet standing.
What does the Clean Sheet standing mean?
Every reviewed product gets one of four standings. Clean Sheet Approved: every headline claim holds up, proven on the finished product. Mostly Clean: a well-made, transparent product, but some claims lean on ingredient research rather than finished-product proof. Needs Proof: the claims may be honest, but the evidence isn't publicly visible yet. Misleading Claims: the product makes claims that aren't permitted in India or that its own ingredient list contradicts.
Which beauty products are reviewed by The Clean Sheet in India?
You can browse every reviewed product at thecleansheet.in/brands. Each has a public page showing its Clean Sheet standing, every marketing claim graded against evidence, the real ingredient list, and price parity across platforms. Brands can also apply for certification at thecleansheet.in/brands.
Is niacinamide safe for Indian skin?
Yes, niacinamide (Vitamin B3) is considered safe and is rated Low concern by The Clean Sheet. It is permitted under Indian, EU, US & Korean cosmetic regulations with no concentration limit. It is commonly used in serums and moisturisers for its brightening, pore-minimising, and anti-inflammatory properties.
Are parabens banned in India?
Parabens are not fully banned in India but are restricted. Short-chain parabens like methylparaben and propylparaben are permitted up to 0.4% (individual) or 0.8% (mixed) under Indian cosmetics regulations. However, they are classified as Medium concern by The Clean Sheet due to potential endocrine effects at high concentrations.
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