Foreue – Natural Skin Care (Handmade & Vegan)

As I have said before, many products that claim to be natural, like natural skin lotion, are really not. Sure they may contain emollients, emulsifiers, and humectants, which can be derived from natural sources, but sometimes they are chemically made(read: not from natural sources).  How do you know the difference? Do your research and read the labels. Here is some information to help you.

Emollients are often found in lotion in skin care products, like natural skin lotion. The difference is that natural emollients are biodegradable and synthetic emollients are not. Natural emollients are found in plant oils (such as avocado or rosehip oils), shea butter, or cocoa butter.

Humectants are supposed to work by preventing water loss and keeping your skin hydrated. Synthetic humectants are found in Propylene Glycol and often cause dermatitis or irritation. Natural humectants, which are found in glycerin soaps, soaps and natural skin lotion with biodegradable ingredients–these work better, minus the irritation.

Emulsifiers are generally used as a base for whatever product. Of course, its no secret that naturally derived emulsifiers(often extracted from berries, plant waxes and nuts) are better for you than the man-made chemical emulsifiers(like petroleum and hydrocarbon) which can often cause skin allergies.

Preservatives are usually thought of as the enemy, and most often they are. But there are a few natural preservatives that are actually good for you. Examples of this include orange extract and tea tree essential oils, grapefruit seed extract and others. With a little savvy research, you’ll find the best natural or vegan skin care products, natural skin lotion and other similar products, out there.

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