Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about Ash & Alchemy, our products, and your order.
About Ash & Alchemy
What is Ash & Alchemy?
Ash & Alchemy is a precision skincare system built for men in high-performance urban environments. We've developed six systems, each addressing a specific skin concern, sensitive skin, tiredness, breakouts, dehydration, ageing, and uneven tone. All 22 products are COSMOS Natural certified by ECOCERT. All are vegan, gluten-free, nut-free, and free from synthetic fragrance.
What are the six systems?
BARRIER ‚ for sensitive skin, shaving stress, barrier damage. RESTED ‚for tired, dull skin. CLEAR ‚for oily, breakout-prone skin. HYDRATE ‚for dehydrated skin. RENEW ‚for fine lines and loss of firmness. TONE ‚for dark spots, uneven tone, post-acne marks. Take the Find Your Skin Protocol quiz to match your skin's needs to the right system.
How do I know which system is right for me?
Use the Find Your Skin Protocol quiz. It takes two minutes and asks you about your skin type, main concerns, and what your skin does under stress. The quiz then matches you to the system that best addresses your needs. You can also contact us at hello@ashandalchemy.co.uk for personalised guidance.
Certification & Ingredients
What does COSMOS Natural and COSMOS Organic mean?
COSMOS is an internationally recognised standard for natural and organic cosmetics, certified by ECOCERT. COSMOS Natural means the formulation meets strict standards for natural ingredient sourcing and formulation integrity. COSMOS Organic means a minimum percentage of the ingredients are certified organic. All Ash & Alchemy products are certified to one of these two standards.
Who verifies COSMOS certification?
ECOCERT, an independent third-party body based in France. ECOCERT audits our formulas, our suppliers, and our manufacturing practices annually. Certification is not self-declared ‚it's independently verified.
Are all 22 Ash & Alchemy products certified?
Yes. Every product across all six systems (BARRIER, RESTED, CLEAR, HYDRATE, RENEW, TONE) is COSMOS Natural or COSMOS Organic certified.
Are your products vegan?
Yes. All products are Vegan Friendly, Gluten Free and Nut Free.
Are your products fragrance-free?
All Ash & Alchemy products are free from synthetic fragrance. Three products (Barrier Sensitive Skin Moisturiser, Barrier Sensitive Skin Overnight Cream, and Clear Purifying Toner) are completely fragrance-free. The remaining products use plant-derived fragrance only ‚essential oils, plant extracts, and natural botanical scent compounds.
Are your products suitable for sensitive skin?
Several products in the BARRIER system are formulated specifically for sensitive and redness-prone skin ‚including the Sensitive Skin Moisturiser and Sensitive Skin Overnight Cream, both COSMOS Organic certified and completely fragrance-free. If you are unsure which product is right for your skin, use the Find Your Skin Protocol tool to get a recommendation built around your skin.
Ordering & Delivery
How long will my order take to arrive?
Orders are dispatched within 1-3 working days. Delivery to the UK typically takes 5-10 working days from dispatch. Delivery times may vary depending on customs processing.
Will I be charged customs duties?
Orders are dispatched from Northern Europe. All orders are shipped under DAP (Delivered at Place) terms. Any applicable import charges are the buyer's responsibility and are explained in our Shipping & Delivery policy.
How will I track my order?
A shipping confirmation email is sent once your order is dispatched. It contains a FedEx tracking link so you can monitor progress in real time.
Do you ship outside the UK?
Currently we ship to the UK only. International shipping may be added in future.
What if I'm not satisfied with my order?
Contact us at hello@ashandalchemy.co.uk and we will resolve it.
Pricing & Delivery
Do I need a discount code?
No. Our current prices are shown directly on the website, so there is no membership or discount code required to access them.
Do you offer free UK delivery?
Yes. UK orders over £90 qualify for free delivery. Any applicable shipping charges are shown clearly at checkout before payment.
Do you offer memberships or lifetime discounts?
No. We have simplified our pricing and no longer operate a membership-based discount programme. Any future promotions or special offers will be clearly displayed on the website.