Store policies · Section 7
Editorial Independence & Commercial Disclosure Policy
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The Journal and The Cabinet
The Oakmoss & Ivy operates as an independent editorial publication alongside its curated retail offering.
Our reviews evaluate products according to our editorial methodology, including relevant considerations of quality, craftsmanship, performance, character, and value.
The sale price, popularity, or prestige of a brand does not determine our editorial opinion.
Gifted Products
Manufacturers, distributors, and representatives may provide complimentary products for editorial consideration.
For comprehensive fragrance reviews, our editorial standard requires a full-size bottle to support extended testing and original photography.
Product provision does not guarantee coverage, publication timing, favorable assessment, a particular rating, or inclusion in The Cabinet.
Gifted products and other material brand relationships will be disclosed in connection with the relevant coverage.
Retail Relationships
A brand appearing in The Cabinet may also appear in The Oakmoss & Ivy's editorial content.
Where relevant to a review or recommendation, we will clearly disclose commercial relationships that may affect how readers evaluate our coverage.
A favorable review does not guarantee retail placement. Retail inclusion does not guarantee a favorable review.
Affiliate Relationships
Some links may direct readers to external retailers and may generate a commission if a purchase is completed.
Such relationships will be disclosed clearly near the relevant recommendation or purchasing link.
An external retailer's separate checkout, shipping, warranty, and return policies govern purchases completed through that retailer rather than through The Cabinet, subject to applicable law.
Independence
Our assessments are not sold, and advertising or commerce arrangements do not permit a commercial partner to dictate editorial conclusions.
We may correct verified factual inaccuracies without allowing commercial interests to control honest evaluations.