If you look the right way, you can see that the whole world is a garden." –Frances Hodgson Burnett
Here are some ingredients to look out for when searching for your next beauty must-have:
1. Jojoba Oil
Jojoba is extracted from the seed of the Simmondsia chinensis. A native plant of North America, jojoba oil has been used for years in native american history to soothe skin sores and promote healing. In current cosmetology, you can find jojoba oils hair oils, face oils, lip products, cleansing oils and more. Jojoba Oil is known to naturally moisturise the skin, softening its texture and smoothing its appearance. Jojoba is a deeply enriching oil that’s perfect for hair in much need of some TLC. Using jojoba oil on the mids and ends of the hair leaves the hair soft, silky and shiny without that heavy or greasy feeling.
You can find jojoba oil in our Makeup Eraser Bar, Blooming Gorgeous Hair Oil, and Be Brewtiful Body Polish.
2. Coconut Oil
Extracted from the kernel of a coconut, Cocos nucifera oil, coconut oil is used in a breadth of products from skincare to mild UV- protection products and the ultimate secret in natural hair care. Coconut Oil has an amazing ability to coat hair or skin and keep moisture locked in. Coconut Oil helps to maintain healthy hair and smooth appearance whilst maintaining natural hair texture & curl pattern.
You can find coconut oil in our Don't Sweat It Deodorant, The Makeup Eraser Bar, Skin Saviour Oil, Long & Strong Oil, Gently Does it Shampoo & Conditioner.
3. Grape Seed Oil
As the name suggests, this oil is extracted from the seed of the Vitis vinifera (grape). This can be found in body lotions, skincare serums, cleansing oils and hair care. Grape seed oil conditions the skin, leaving it soft, and smooth. For more troublesome skin that’s dry, flaky or inflamed, grape seed oils have been shown to minimise inflammation, redness and irritation. It’s a great natural ingredient to soothe the effects of eczema, psoriasis and chronic dry skin. Moreover, grape seed has been shown to reduce pigmentation associated with early ageing.
You can find grape seed oil in our Whipped Into Shape Body Balm, the Makeup Eraser, Blooming Gorgeous Hair Oil, Long & Strong Oil, Skin Saviour Oil and Be Brewtiful Body Polish.
4. Oat
Oats aren’t just for breakfast they’re for your body too. Oats have been used for centuries as a cure-all for skin conditions. Nowadays we understand that oats have the ability to hydrate the skin, reducing skin dryness and flakiness. More often than not, oat and oat-based products are used in skin conditioning products targeted at exfoliation, redness, inflammation and dryness.
You can find oat in our Be Brewtiful and Gently Does it Shampoo Bar.
5. Kaolin Clay
Kaolin is an aluminium-rich natural clay. It’s most used in products as an abrasive. For the body, face or for teeth. In body-care it’s known to exfoliate leaving the skin buffed and glowing, as well as helping to absorb excess oil and impurities. As a result, it’s incredibly effective in detox masks, face masks and anti-acne products.
You can find kaolin clay in our Seize the Clay Face Mask, Whipped into Shape Body Balm and Gently Does It Shampoo Bar.
6. Lavender Oil
A popular scent used in candles, lotions and potions, lavender oil isn’t just to make you smell good it has amazing skin-loving properties too. The essential oil is most commonly used in moisturisers, creams and massage products. Lavender oil has natural anti-microbial properties as well as being rich in antioxidants for healthy and protected skin.
You can find lavender oil in our Skin Saviour Oil, Long & Strong Oil, Blooming Gorgeous Hair Oil, Seize The Clay Mask, Gently Does it Shampoo, Gently Does It Conditioner, Don’t Sweat It Deodorant.
Argan oil is nicknamed liquid gold. Why may you ask? Because it’s been used for thousands of years to heal ailments and for its beautifying properties. You’ll see argan oil in most hair products this is because it moisturises, conditions and repairs from the scalp to your ends. Moreover, most of us have some sort of damage brought about by styling or colouring, argan oil has protective properties against this form of damage, reducing the formation of split ends and breakage. Argan oil is considered to be a super-oil helping to maintain the condition of skin, hair and nails by conditioning, moisturising, and strengthening.
You can find argan oil in our Skin Saviour Oil, Long & Strong Oil, Blooming Gorgeous Hair oil, and Gently Does it Shampoo.
8. Red Raspberry Seed Oil
Red Raspberry Oil is the only natural extract you need if your skin barrier has been compromised. Are you suffering from recurrent breakouts, reddened and irritated skin? This is because the lipid barrier of your skin has been damaged. Applying red raspberry seed oil helps to restore this and retain moisture in your skin.
You can find red raspberry oil in Long & Strong Oil and Skin Saviour Oil.
9. Tea Tree Oil
This oil is made from the leaves of the tea tree, Melaleuca alternifolia. It’s world-renowned for its ability to treat bacterial and fungal ailments. This is why it’s most commonly found in cleaning and cleansing products with the main purpose of hygiene. For example, it’s a popular product in natural deodorants, natural fungal nail products, body washes and hair care. In addition to that, tea tree has strong antioxidant activity, as well as being known to stimulate hair growth by activating hair follicles.
You can find tea tree oil in our Blooming Gorgeous Hair oil and Seize the Cay Mask.
10. Castor Oil
Castor oil is extracted from the Ricinus communis seed. It’s a common ingredient used across cosmetics and skincare. The reason why is that it's able to penetrate the deeper layers of our skin, moisturising from the inside out. It has this effect on skin and hair. It helps to create a moisturising film around the hair shaft helping to minimise damage, maintain healthy condition and promote growth.
You can find castor oil Skin Saviour Oil, Long & Strong Oil, and Gently Does It Conditioner bar.
The We Are Nutrified range of toiletries, beauty and cosmetics contain many of the ingredients in the article. Not only that they are:
Packaged in no or low plastic packaging:
- Made of vegan formulations
- Made of 100% natural ingredients
- Minimally packaged
- Cruelty-free
- Paraben-free
- Coral-safe
- Palm Oil-free
- Sulphate-free
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