Terms of Service

Welcome to Roots by Benda. By accessing and using this website (rootsbybenda.com), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service. Please read them carefully before using our site.

AI-Assisted Research

We are transparent that AI tools are used in researching and compiling information on this website. While we strive for accuracy:

• All citations and DOIs should be verified against original sources
• Regulatory information should be cross-referenced with official government sources
• Safety assessments should not replace professional toxicological evaluation

The credibility of our content comes from the cited sources, not from our interpretation. Always check the original references.

Acceptable Use

You may use this website for:

• Personal education about cosmetic ingredients
• Research purposes with proper attribution
• Understanding product ingredient lists
• Learning about cosmetic regulations

You may not use this website to:

• Reproduce substantial portions of our content without permission
• Use our database for commercial purposes without authorization
• Scrape or systematically download our content
• Misrepresent our content as professional advice
• Use the site in any way that violates applicable laws

Intellectual Property

The content on Roots by Benda, including text, graphics, and the compilation of our ingredient database, is owned by us or licensed to us, and is protected by copyright laws.

Regulatory data (EU 1223/2009, FDA regulations, SCCS opinions, etc.) is sourced from official government publications, which are generally in the public domain. Our original analysis and presentation of this data is our intellectual property.

No Products or Commercial Transactions

Roots by Benda does not sell any products. We are not a registered cosmetics business and cannot legally sell skincare products. This website is purely educational.

For inquiries about our regulatory tools or data, contact us at benda@rootsbybenda.com.

External Links and Citations

Our content includes links to external sources, including scientific papers (via DOI links), regulatory documents, and third-party websites. We are not responsible for the content, availability, or accuracy of external sites. These links are provided for reference purposes only.

Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, Roots by Benda shall not be liable for any:

• Errors or omissions in our content
• Decisions made based on information from this site
• Adverse reactions from using products based on our information
• Regulatory non-compliance resulting from our information
• Any indirect, consequential, or incidental damages

This website is provided "as is" without warranties of any kind, either express or implied.

Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Roots by Benda from any claims, damages, or expenses arising from your use of this website or violation of these Terms.

Changes to These Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date. Continued use of the website after changes constitutes acceptance of the new Terms.

Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with applicable laws. Any disputes arising from these Terms or your use of the website shall be resolved through appropriate legal channels.

Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect.

Refund Policy

We want you to be satisfied with your subscription to Roots by Benda Pro. If you are not happy with your purchase, the following refund policy applies:

• 14-day money-back guarantee — If you are not satisfied with your Pro subscription, you may request a full refund within 14 days of your initial purchase. No questions asked.
• After 14 days — Refunds are not available after the 14-day window. You may cancel your subscription at any time to prevent future charges, but no partial refunds will be issued for the current billing period.
• How to request a refund — Contact us through the channels listed on our About page with your account email and reason for the refund request.
• Processing time — Approved refunds are processed within 5-10 business days and returned to the original payment method.

Subscriptions can be cancelled at any time from your Account page. Cancellation takes effect at the end of your current billing period.