The “BDIH Standard” is a certification that aims to provide a clear way of proving that a cosmetics product is truly natural and sustainable. In order to obtain the certification, a product must meet certain criteria. Some of these criteria include the following: Materials should be taken from plants as much as possible (as opposed …
Lush are a large cosmetics brand that grew from having one shop in Poole, Dorset in 1995 to today having over 105 stores in the UK and more than 900 around the world. Many people assume that Lush products are natural, but the truth is that most contain a significant number of synthetic ingredients. Does …
Parabens are a type of preservative that are often used in cosmetics and makeup to prevent mould and bacteria from growing in them. There are lots of different parabens, but some of the most commonly used are propylparaben, methylparaben and butylparaben. If one or more of the ingredients in your makeup ends in ‘-paraben’, this …
Hair oils can help make your hair shiner, healthier and more manageable. Whether you’re trying to control frizzy hair, deal with split ends or repair dry damaged hair, applying a hair oil can help. Oils can also help protect your hair against the harmful effects of the sun and harsh shampoos by coating it with …
Argan oil is extracted from the kernels of the argan tree, which is native to Morocco. For centuries, Moroccan women have used it to keep their hair and skin healthy. More recently, argan oil has become a hot trend in the UK. Argan oil contains fatty acids and vitamin E, which can help make hair …
Cows are a common sight grazing in the UK countryside, so you might assume that all milk in the UK is grass fed. However, this isn’t the case as most dairy cows spend a large part of the year inside. Traditionally, cows have been kept inside during the winter from November to March and then …
Technological developments in the past few hundred years have brought incredible benefits to our lives. However, the majority of us are now living lives that are very different to those our ancestors led. Our bodies are exposed to manmade chemicals, artificial light and pollution that can have a negative impact on our physical and emotional …
It’s important to protect your skin when you’re out in the sun, especially if you’re exposing yourself to powerful UV rays for long periods of time. Sunscreen helps protect your skin by deflecting or absorbing some of the sun’s UV rays, helping to prevent sunburn and skin cancer. While popular sun creams are very effective …
