We know that sounds like a pretty big statement, but it really is…. It’s not your fault though, we all just got used to the “pretty packaging” and never stopped to consider the cost to the planet.
For years we have all seen beauty industry power houses using the term “organic” or “natural” to sell a product, but what does it actually mean? Furthermore, what are the benefits of going all natural or organic with your skincare regime?
Our belief here at i.anka-eo is that if you can’t eat it, you shouldn’t put it on your skin. We realise not everyone might have evolved their yet, never having wondered why there is a protocol on your lotion for what to do if you accidentally ingest it. So here goes….
So pretty much everything that you can buy to use on your skin has water in it, right? It’s usually listed as the first, second or third ingredient. Is water actually moisturising for your skin?
"Don't forget the vaseline!" These are the words that my Mum shouted whenever we were packing to go anywhere… no, really. For a long time, I actually used Vaseline on my face, because let’s face it… when you need that deeply moisturised feeling, it’s really good at giving it to you.