Friday, August 30, 2013

Tips For Choosing Natural Body Care Products

By Gloria Mason


Concern for ethics and the environment does not necessarily mean that people want to skimp on washing or luxury products. However there is the concern about the artificial ingredients often used by larger manufacturers. That is why it is worth looking for producers of Natural Body Care Products.

The difficulty is that many brands can make their products appear natural without actually making any claims. A bright color or usage of a tree in the labeling can make something look organic. However a closer inspection of the label can indicate that it may contain sodium laurel sulphates or other additives.

Another complication can come from the fact that brands can advertise the use of naturally sourced ingredients in their body care items in their range. While it may be true that their product contains eucalyptus or some other addition this may be one in a long list of ingredients. Most of these are designed to increase the shelf life or remove bacteria and fungus from the product.

The best way to ensure that you are getting something that is sourced naturally is to buy it from an independent store or to look for independent brands. These companies tend to use entirely natural ingredients rather than the larger brands that will often use one or two natural ingredients alongside additives.

What has been proven is that some artificial additives can dry out the skin. While an artificial product may moisturize the skin in the short term the skin can react and this can potentially cause inflammation. Over time this can result in skin becoming drier and even potentially aggravating some chronic conditions such as asthma or eczema. Some studies have shown that additives can have an allergic effect that increases the inflammation that triggers attacks.

Another thing to consider is the difference between natural and organic. A product may use naturally sourced ingredients but may do so via the use of pesticides and may not necessarily be ethically produced. Ideally you want products that have been produced ethically as well as naturally. Many people that use natural products are also opposed to the use of animal experimentation to test commercial items. Any producer that says their items are not tested on animals needs to be able to prove this. Ideally this will be through an independent third party who will provide certification showing that their products have not been tested on animals.

As with any brand there are varying degrees of quality. There are numerous review sites that allow you to compare what is available. Equally you can ask friends or family to give feedback on anything they have used recently. It is also worth looking online to see if there are any local events as there are often exhibitors with their own products.

The best way to find the best Natural Body Care Products is to look online. This will allow you to find a variety of brands and compare them. It is also advisable to look for feedback and reviews for an independent view on who offers the best naturally sourced items.




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