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Handmade Naturals - Pure Natural Handmade Skin Care Pure, Natural Handmade Chemical Free Skin care, No Petro-Chemicals, Colours, SLS, Perfume or Parabens, Naturally

BABY CARE
· PURE BABY OIL

· HAIR & BODY WASH

· NAPPY CREAMS
BODY CARE
· NATURAL BODY BUTTERS
· VASELINE ALTERNATIVES
· SHOWER & BATH GELS
· ORGANIC DEODORANTS
· INTIMATE CARE
· NATURAL TANNING CREAM
FACE CARE
· FACE WASH & TONERS
· NATURAL FACE CREAMS
· CREAMS WITH SPF
· EYE CARE
· FACE MASKS
· LIP BALM
· MINERAL COSMETICS
· ORGANIC TOOTHPASTE
HAIR CARE
· SHAMPOO
· CONDITIONER
NATURAL HANDS
FOOT CREAMS
NATURAL SOAPS
· SOAP BARS
· LIQUID SOAP
MEN SKIN CARE
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TRAVEL SIZE
BEAUTY BASICS
· MASSAGE OILS
· ESSENTIAL OILS
· VIRGIN SHEA BUTTER
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PURE NATURAL CHEMICAL FREE SKIN CARE PRODUCTS

Handmade Naturals Skin Care Products contain:

NO SLS or COCAMIDE DEA/TEA
NO PETROLEUM or PARAFFIN
NO PARABENS & PHENOXYETHANOL
NO COLOURS or PERFUME
NO SYNTHETIC INGREDIENTS or ADDITIVES

HOW NATURAL IS NATURAL ?

Some people like their products 'really natural' and by that they mean their products should be made of nothing else but natural oils. To give texture to such products, beeswax, carnauba wax or hard oils such as cocoa or shea butter may be added to the formulation. Products like these are indeed the most natural ones, but not to everyone's taste or preference. After years of using highstreet brands, some have got used to and really love their 'white cream' or light lotion, and the only way to produce these is by introducing water to the oils. Most people know that oil and water don't mix together, unless you want to shake everything vigorously prior each application, which again isn't to everyone's taste or expectation. To form a stable emulsion, one that will not separate after a week or so after being made, an emulsifying wax can be added to the formulation to keep everything together. There is a lot of controversy about these waxes, and indeed there are some which are made using sls, pegs and other synthetic ingredients. After searching high and low for a suitable product, I was able to source our an emulsifying wax, which is totally vegetable based and the process involved to produce it does not employ the use of any chemicals or solvents. Using beeswax and lecithin or borax is another option, but in my opinion does not produce the same end product.

You, as the end consumer, have the right to choose how natural you want your product to be based on your preferences, likes and dislikes, and if you look at the range in the detail, you will find there is something in each section (face, body or hair care) to suit everyone's taste.

SOAP or SOAP FREE?

In theory, you can wash your body or hair with a natural handmade soap and if you would like to go the completely natural route, soap is perhaps the most natural product to use. However, soap doesn't suit everybody. If you have a long hair or would like to achieve a sleek appearance, washing it with soap, full of natural glycerine, simply can't achieve the result you want or expect. Of course, you can add an acidic rinse to your hair care regime, to counteract the coating effect soap has on the hair, but this may not suit everyone. The other choice you have is to use a soap free wash/shampoo. These products are made with a foaming ingredient and the source, production method & chemical formula of these is what is most important. SLS (whether derived from petroleum oil or coconut oil) is extremely drying for the skin and irritating to the airways & eyes. The truth is that all sulfates (even ALS - ammonium laureth sulfate, as used by a popular 'natural' UK brand) are almost as harsh as SLS itself and changing to another sulfate based product may not improve anything, especially if there is a skin complaint involved. Throwing a few herbal extracts to such a product, will not make it any more natural or gentle compared to all the conventional washes that are full of chemicals. Sulfates aside, there is another group of foaming ingredients - the glucosides (decyl, coco & lauryl) which are the mildest soap free foaming ingredients available. The glucosides are derived from either coconut, corn or palm oil, and because they are produced without chemicals, they have been approved by EcoCert as a green alternative to the widely available SLS.

NATURAL SKIN CARE FAQ

What do Natural Creams Look Like?

If you have only been using highstreet cosmetics, you may find our natural creams a little richer. Start with a tiny amount to see how much your skin requires and if necessar apply some more. If you find the creams on the heavy side, don't be put off. Next time you put some on make sure your skin is slightly damp (from face washing or apply a face toner) and use a little less. There is nothing in the products to clog your pores, but just wonderful oils to soothe your skin.

Some of our creams have the consistency of a standard 'white' cream, others are a lot richer and have the look of a butter (ointment). To be sure you understand what product you are ordering, simply check the ingredients list. If the product contains purified water or flower water (hydrolat), it will be of similar texture to a conventional cream. If the product contains only oils and butters, then it will look like a butter.

What Do Natural Shampoo & Shower Gel Look Like?

Our Shampoo & Shower Gels, based on the mild sugar derived detergent Coco Glucoside, look very similar to standard shampoo and shower gel , just a litte bit cloudy or jelly like. They are very gentle and will not strip your skin from natural moisture. Because they are mild, you may find they don't foam as much as commercial products, but rest assured they cleanse just as effectively and will not damage your skin or hair. For best results when using a sulfate free shampoo, wet your hair thoroughly, apply the shampoo and wait a minute or so before rinsing.

The African Black Soap looks very different from what you have probably been using so far - it has the look of hot chocolate, apart from it isn't hot. It produces lovely lather when applied to the skin or hair, but not if you are planning to use it as a bubble bath.

How Do I Use Natural Creams?

It is best to use a clean spatula or even a cotton bud to remove the creams from their jars as opposed to fingers, which may harbour bacteria and contaminate the creams. If you do decide to use your fingers, please make sure they are really clean.

If you are using a natural cream for the first time, it is advisable to do a patch test first, just to make sure you are not sensitive to any of the ingredients.

How Much Do I put on?

It is best to apply a little bit of cream on, see how much is absorbed by your skin, and if necessary apply a little more. Sometimes customers say a cream is a little too heavy for their skin type, but very often this results from putting too much on. Your skin will only absorb what it needs, and any excess amount will stay on the surface and may give you a shiny face. As with all natural skin care, a little does go a long way, so try applying your natural cream sparingly and you will soon get used to the amount of cream your skin type needs.

How long does it take to see any results?

It takes around 30 days or so for the deeper skin layers to come to the service and renew themselves. When switching from synthetic skin care, it is normal for the skin to go through a period of 'detox' while it clears away all toxins built up over the years, before it starts healing and looking healthy. Although our tester pots are good to discover if you are sensitive to any of ingredients, like the scent or the consistency of the product, it is best to continue using the cream for about month in order to see if there is an improvement in your skin tone, we are sure they will be.

Why does my latest cream have a different consistency/colour/scent?

Unlike mass produced products, all Handmade Naturals products are made by hand, meaning everything is measured by hand and it is absolutely normal to have a slight variation in richness or consistency from one batch to another. Although we try to keep our suppliers the same, sometimes there can be a variation in the colour or richness of an oil or a butter too, which can also affect the consistency of the final product. This does not affect the quality of your cream.

We use unrefined oils to make our skin care products. These unprocessed oils tend to vary slightly in colour and have a natural scent from the plant, which can also vary between different batches of oils, butters or flower waters. Invariably this will be transfered to the finished product to some extend. Any difference in scent or colour is due to a natural variation of the ingredients used to prepare it.

How Do I Store Natural Creams?

Due to the non-reliance on chemical preservatives, true natural creams will detiriorate faster than standard skin care products.

The creams are best stored away from direct sunlight and below 25C. Most creams have a shelf life of about 12 months unopened and 3-4 months once you start using them.

During warm weather, it is normal for the creams to become a little runnier and slight separation of oils to occur. Do not worry, this is entirely normal, simply stir or shake the product to emulsify the ingredients. This does not affect the quality of the cream.

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BABY:  Baby Nappy CreamVirgin Shea ButterVirgin Cocoa ButterSLS Free Baby BathLiquid African Black SoapUnscented Baby OilFoamy Kids Hand & Body WashUnscented Baby Soap
BODY:  Vaseline Alternatives Shea Butter Blend Shea & Coconut ButterPetroleum Free Care Jelly Nourishing Hand CreamUnscented Hand & Body LotionLemongrass & Lavender Hand & Body LotionSLS Free Shower GelsAfrican Black SoapAntibacterial HandwashNatural Tanning Cream Lafe's Paraben Free DeodorantsMassage Oils
FACE:  Rosehip Jojoba Face Cream Replenishing Rose Face CreamOrganic Rose & Aloe Vera Eye Cream After-Shave Balm for MenUnscented Rosehip Face & Eye Oil Antioxidant Face & Neck SerumLip Balm Lip GlossAntibacterial Face WashAfrican Black Soap & Carrot Face WashOrganic Rose, Chamomile & Geranium Toner Organic Hemp & Jojoba Facial Cleanser
HAIR:  Dry Hair Shampoo (SLS free)Normal Hair Shampoo (SLS free)Antidandruff Shampoo (SLS free) Psoriasis Shampoo (SLS free)African Black SoapHair & Scalp OilOrganic Olive, Jojoba & Shea ConditionerVirgin Organic Coconut Oil
SUN PROTECTION:  Organic Sun, Wind & Sea Protection Balm SPF15 Organic Day Face Cream SPF15 Organic Mature Skin Face Cream SPF15
INGREDIENTS:  Virgin Shea ButterVirgin Cocoa ButterVirgin Organic Coconut Oil Pure Flower Waters Cold Pressed Carrier OilsEssential Oils

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