Know your ingredients : Unlocking the Secrets of Skincare Ingredients

When it comes to skincare, knowing your ingredients is crucial, whether they are natural or not. A product's effectiveness is determined by the ingredients it contains. Since we're a natural skincare brand, we'll share the natural ingredients we use and those making waves in the skincare industry.

First, let's clarify the difference between "organic" and "natural." These terms are not interchangeable. "Organic" denotes adherence to organic production standards, while "natural" allows for more interpretation. The indie beauty industry recognizes three natural ingredient categories:

Purely Natural:  These are entirely unprocessed ingredients, such as the shea butter we use in our skincare.

Naturally Derived:  Ingredients from nature that undergo some processing to become functional, like the emulsifiers we use in our creams.

Nature-Identical:  Lab-produced ingredients resembling natural ones. Examples include synthetic beeswax (no harm to bees) and citric acid (usually found in citrus fruits) for optimal skin absorption.

What about Hyaluronic Acid, Niacinamide, Retinol? These might sound complex, but they are powerhouse skincare ingredients:

 Hyaluronic Acid acts like a moisture magnet, keeping skin fresh and dewy.

 Niacinamide multitasks as an acne fighter, redness reducer, and pore tightener.

 Retinol is an age-defying magician for fine lines and wrinkles, though start slowly to avoid irritation. Safer alternative: Bakuchiol.

 While these ingredients offer exceptional benefits, they can come with a higher price tag.

"Non-comedogenic" means a product won't clog your pores, ensuring smooth skin. Some examples are Witch-hazel, Coconut Oil, Cocoa Butter, Glycerin, Ceramide, Niacinamide.

What about "antioxidants"? They act as your skin's defenders, shielding it from pollution and UV damage. Some examples are Vitamin A, Vitamin C, Vitamin E, Green Tea, Niacinamide, Coenzyme Q10.

Remember, a product is only as good as the ingredients you put into it. That is why it’s important to know what those ingredients are and what they do to your skin. Not all ingredients blend seamlessly, so scrutinize ingredient lists for potential clashes. Like ensuring your skincare squad gets along perfectly!

Before you begin your skincare ingredient journey, remember patch tests are crucial. Your skin, like you, is unique, with its quirks and preferences. Patch-testing avoids unwelcome surprises.

Lastly, resist the allure of fancy packaging and ageless promises. The proof lies in the ingredients. Stick with what works for you, even if it's not the trendiest.

So, embrace your inner skincare detective! Decode those labels, make informed choices, and show your skin some TLC. Here's to healthy, radiant skin! 🌟 If you would like to sample our products, request them here. :)

As part of cosmetic standards, we provide a list of ingredients on the side of our packaging.  You can also check out a list of our favourite ingredients that we love and use in our skincare, here.  However, we should point out, that these are not all the ingredients, and this list will most certainly change as we add to our product range in future.