EVERYTHING YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT NATURAL COSMETICS

What is natural cosmetic?

There Natural cosmetics is a type of cosmetics that uses natural ingredients in its manufacture.. These ingredients may include plants, herbs, essential oils, and minerals.

Natural cosmetics are usually considered less irritating to the skin than traditional cosmetic products, since they do not contain harsh chemicals. However, it is important to note that the use of the term "natural" in cosmetics is not regulated, so it is important to read the ingredients and look for certifications to ensure that the products are truly natural.

In All Yours We offer a wide variety of natural, vegan and cruelty-free so that you can feel good when using our products, and not have to look at a thousand labels to find the right ones.

Why switch to natural cosmetics?

The skin is the largest organ in the body, and one of its main functions is to protect us from external factors such as bacteria, chemical substances and temperature changes. Taking care of our skin barrier is important to maintain good health both inside and outside.

For some time now, organic diets have been promoted, as well as the use of more environmentally sustainable transport or the use of clothing from sustainable textile brands. We are willing to make a change on the planet! But, what about the cosmetics?

Natural cosmetics includes formulas and ingredients from plants, flower extracts, essential oils and minerals that are gentle on your skin and the environment. Free of chemicals and synthetic ingredients.

It is also important to know that these active principles are extracted taking into account the natural cycles and seasons of the year to generate less impact.

What benefits does natural cosmetics have?

Natural cosmetics refers to beauty and personal care products that use ingredients derived from nature instead of synthetic chemicals. These products are often gentler and kinder to the skin, and can have a number of health and environmental benefits. These are some of the most common benefits of natural cosmetics.

Avoid allergies and skin reactions

In conventional cosmetics, synthetic ingredients derived from petroleum are used that can clog your pores and cause skin reactions in sensitive skin.

On the other hand, with natural cosmetics, there is a less chance of a skin reaction on your skin. Our brands seek to respect the natural balance of the skin barrier and its regeneration process.

An ingredient usually used in cosmetics of organic origin, with anti-inflammatory and calming benefits is CBD.

Higher concentration of active ingredients

For a product to be considered natural, it must contain at least 95% natural ingredients in its formulation, so the concentration of active ingredients is higher than in conventional products.

In addition, conventional cosmetics take into account the texture and aroma of the products, making it necessary to add chemical and synthetic ingredients for their conservation.

Suitable for all skin types

This is because natural cosmetic products contain ingredients that are compatible with the natural development of your dermis. Therefore, they are suitable for all skin types and especially indicated for sensitive or reactive skin.

Does not alter the ph of your skin

The pH of the skin plays an important role in maintaining the health of your skin barrier, it helps us to protect ourselves against infections and environmental factors.

A pH imbalance can cause dryness, water loss, infections, itching, redness, and inflammation. Natural cosmetics seeks to respect the natural balance of the skin and its regeneration process., using formulations that do not alter the pH.

Long-term permanent changes

Using natural ingredients, you will help improve the cellular regeneration capacity of your skin, delay the signs of aging and increase its health.

If we compare it with conventional cosmetics, we can see that its benefits are short-term, since they end up losing their effectiveness with use, forcing you to constantly change the product so that your skin doesn't get used to it.

The skin tends to better absorb natural ingredients and their active principles, so the results will be noticeable in a short time.

Respectful with the environment

Conventional cosmetics use chemical and synthetic ingredients in their formulation that are derived from petroleum and produce greenhouse gases in their production, which pollute both water and land. Also, ingredients like silicones and parabens are not biodegradable.

On the other hand, natural and ecological cosmetics use renewable energy sources for their manufacture, reducing the emission of greenhouse gases. In addition to being natural ingredients and therefore biodegradable.

It is also usual that the packaging used is ecological and biodegradable. It is important that we become aware of the reuse of packaging to stop generating plastic waste. Together we can!

How to know if a product is natural?

There are several ways to know if a cosmetic product is natural:

Read the ingredient list

The list of ingredients of natural cosmetic products is usually short and easy to understand, the names of the ingredients are often easily recognized, or appear in Latin instead of scientific names.

Certifications

Look for certifications. Many organizations that promote natural cosmetics offer certifications for products that meet certain natural standards. Some of these certifications include NSF Organic, EcoCert, NaTrue, or Cosmos Organic.

• Ecocert: It is a French organization that certifies organic and sustainable products. To be certified, products must contain at least 95% organic ingredients and must meet sustainable production standards.
• NaTrue: It is a German certification organization that focuses on natural and organic cosmetics. Products must meet a number of criteria to earn this certification, such as containing at least 70% natural ingredients, containing no harmful ingredients, and not being tested on animals.
• NSF Organic: It is a certification organization from the United States, which verifies and certifies organic and natural products, makes sure that they meet certain standards to guarantee their quality.

It is important to note that these certificates are not fully regulated, and that not all products with these certifications are all-natural. It is always a good idea to read labels and research ingredients and manufacturing processes before purchasing a product.

You can also search for tags where the certifications cruelty-free or vegan. 

Research about the brand

Many natural cosmetic brands strive to provide transparent information about their ingredients and manufacturing processes on their websites.

Natural cosmetic products for every need

Natural cosmetics offers a wide variety of products to meet different personal care needs. From skin care products to hair and body care products, natural cosmetics products are made with natural ingredients and are a great option for those looking to take care of their health and the environment.

Body care cosmetics:

In All Yours, we believe that body care is essential for a complete routine. The body has been the great forgotten of daily routines, most of the time we forget to give it its extra hydration.

How many times have we tried our hardest to apply body moisturizer right out of the shower and failed catastrophically each time? Especially in winter, which becomes a risky sport.

We make it easy for you, here are three products that you will undoubtedly want to include in your body care routine:

• Avril Organic Shower Gel
• Rassa Botanicals Moisturizing Body Cream
• Mamita Botanicals Annatto & Olive Body Oil

Face care cosmetics:

Taking care of facial skin in 2023 is a must, and not only because you can see incredible results in your skin if you give it the care and patience it deserves, but because it is a moment with yourself that you cannot miss.

In All Yours, we see the facial routine as a wellness ritual in which you connect with yourself and thank yourself for the day with 5 minutes of relaxation.

Discover our care routines and start taking care of yourself as you deserve!

Hair care cosmetics:

Healthy and strong hair is an enhancer of our self-confidence. Touching your hair and feeling it soft and healthy is a plus that is always appreciated. Although let's face it, it's not an easy job to get hydrated and silky hair.

To start taking care of it we have two essentials:

solid shampooDue to its higher concentration of ingredients and its duration, it is the perfect ally, and a good moisturizing mask. Discover them!

You can also stop by our store in Barcelona and smell, touch and taste all the products that you will take with you.