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Natural & Organic Skincare Products - Money Spinners Or Genuinely Better For You?

We all like to believe that if something says 'natural' or 'organic' that it must be better for you than the alternatives, but is this just another set of cleverly thought out marketing drives and gimmicks? It is after all a sad fact of life that where there is money to be made there will be rats who try and take advantage of this. I am not an expert on the effects of chemicals in skincare but wanted to present my views as from my experience there are genuine skincare companies out there that are trying to make a difference and do really care about the products they sell:

Do I really need to buy organic and natural products as the just seem to be more expensive and it is drying up my already barely flowing, credit crunch munched finance
river?

I am not going to advocate buying natural and organic products for the sake of the alternatives as ultimately we all need to consider the benefits and risks and make our own choices. At the same time though do I believe in natural and organic skincare products as a better choice? The answer for me is most definitely yes. They have made a massive difference to the way my skin looks and feels and the knowledge I have that I am not putting potentially harmful chemicals onto my skin is greatly reassuring. It is great to know that I am using product made by people who put what is best for me as a consumer ahead of share price value. Not to mention the natural and organic products themselves are really improving in terms of packaging and general presentation which makes them a very fun and edgy alternative.

Is it really worth the money?

Again it comes down to economic principles. As there are a few huge skincare companies driving the market they are best placed to take advantage of marketing drives, influencing consumer preference and just generally being out there (when last have you gone an entire day without seeing an advert by one of the big boys?). Because of this they are able to mass produce products cheaper than other smaller organic and natural skincare companies. The other fact is that massive companies are going to try and maximize profits for shareholders and will as such use the most economically viable products not necessarily what might be best for you the consumer for example organic alternatives.

So the answer is if you want to follow a natural and organic lifestyle you are going to have to pay a premium for the privilege. So the brutally honest answer to whether they are money spinners or Genuinely good for you is that it is a little bit of both. There are people out there piggy backing the rising desire to follow a healthy lifestyle and cloaking old products as 'new natural ingredients' and others who are not trying to make a quick buck and do things for more altruistic personal reasons.

It all comes back to you as the consumer, do not be afraid to challenge companies and do your own research. After all an informed decision is better than a decision on its own.

Going Organic! A Look At Natural Skin Care!

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Eminence Organic Skincare. Stone Crop Whip Moisturizer Sale Price: $53.00   Eligible for free shipping! Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days See Reviews For This Product Description Skin Type: Normal, dry, mature, pigmented irritated skin. Benefits: Skin lightening, anti-aging moisturizer - Related to our top-rated Stonecrop Masque. A natural succulent used for centuries as a first-aid plant, Stonecrop heals irritation, reduces pigmentation and clarifies the skin gently without stimulation. Features Organic Handmade

Mambino Organics - Youth Glow Omega Face Complex 30 m /1 fl oz *made with certified organic ingredients Sale Price: $29.00   Eligible for free shipping! Availability: Usually ships in 24 hours See Reviews For This Product Description A daily treatment for a delicate and dull complexion awakens your skin to a radiant, youthful glow. This light weight, fast absorbing oil, rich in essential fatty acids and natural antioxidants, promotes smooth, soft skin and improves elasticity and hydration. Calms sensitive skin, including rosacea. Features Evening Primrose oil - maintains healthy skin cells Hazelnut oil - balances skin oil production Rosa Mosqueta - rich in vitamin C promotes skin healing Sea Buckthorn fruit oil-restores skin's elasticity Gives skin noticeable well rested appearance. 100% natural, botanical and vegan

Mambino Organics - Mandarin Creme Organic Body Wash (8 oz / 240 g) made with certified organic ingredients Sale Price: $19.95   Eligible for free shipping! Availability: Usually ships in 24 hours See Reviews For This Product Description This rich, soap-free, natural body wash lathers up gently, without striping the skin's protective oils, leaving your skin revitalized, brighter and clean. A hint of red mandarin and chamomile essential oils add rejuvenating properties and tantalizing, fresh aroma.Benefits: Saponified oils of olive and coconut - natural lathering agent, gently cleans Aloe Vera extract- soothes skin Shea oil - nourishes and moisturizes skin Red Mandarin essential oil - revitalizes and brightens the skinTo use: Apply small amount onto a damp loofah/sponge or lather in the palm of your hands and massage into your skin. Rinse thoroughly and follow with a generous application of moisture meTM body toning oil.INGREDIENTS: saponified cocos nucifera (organic coconut) oil olea europaea (organic olive) fruit oil simmondsia chinensis (organic jojoba) oil butyrospermum parkii (shea) seed oil xanthan gum (vegetable gum) organic aloe barbadensis leaf extract rosmarinus officinalis (rosemary) leaf extract hippophae rhamnoides (sea buckthorn) fruit oil citrus reticulata (red mandarin) citrus sinensis (sweet orange) citrus medica limonum (organic lemon) peel lavendula angustifolia (organic lavender) arthemis nobilis (organic roman chamomile) pure essential oils Features cleanses while protects your skin with natural botanicals and mandarin leaves skin revitalized and clean truly 100 % pure and natural refreshing scent of red mandarin and chamomile essential oils

Eminence Organic Skincare. Mineral Cleansing Concentrate List Price: $38.00 Sale Price: $37.00 You save: $1.00 (3%)   Eligible for free shipping! Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days See Reviews For This Product Description Deep cleansing & renewing gel for oily/acne/problem & sensitive skin types. 4 oz Features Organic Handmade

Mambino Organics Oh Baby! Belly Butter 4oz / 114g ~ Winner! Disney's iParenting Media Award; Outstanding Product Sale Price: $30.00   Eligible for free shipping! Availability: Usually ships in 24 hours See Reviews For This Product Description This rich, luxurious blend of nature's most nourishing and healing botanicals, softens the appearance of old and prevents new stretch marks. Restores elasticity and hydration, while soothing dry, itchy skin. A hint of pure lavender and red mandarin refresh and rejuvenate your senses. After childbirth, continue use to aid in the rebound of the belly. Benefits: Shea butter- strengthens and firms connective tissue Mango butter- protects and moisturizes Cocoa butter- softens and smoothes skin Calendula infused oil - regenerates torn skin tissue Rosehip oil - rich in vitamin C, promotes skin healing INGREDIENTS: butyrospermum parkii (organic shea butter) fruit, mangifera indica (mango) seed butter, theobroma cacao (organic cocoa) seed butter, olea europaea (organic olive) fruit oil (and) organic calendula officinalis flower extract, rosa mosqueta (organic rosehip) fruit oil persea gratissima (organic avocado) oil, hippophae rhamnoides (sea buckthorn) fruit oil tocopherol (natural vitamin E), calophyllum inophyllum (organic tamanu) oil, citrus reticulata (mandarin), citrus sinensis (sweet orange) lavendula angustifolia (organic lavender) pure essential oils, rosmarinus officinalis (rosemary) leaf extract To use: Let the natural warmth of your hands soften the butter, then massage onto belly, breasts, buttocks and hips AM and PM. For additional benefits, follow with moisture meTM body toning oil. Features Prevents stretch marks and minimizes existing ones Improves skin moisture and elasticity Nourishes and soothes dry skin, relieves itchiness Strengthens skin's protective barrier 100% natural, botanical and vegan

Mambino Organics Moisture Me Body Toning Oil - 6 oz / 180 ml (*made with Certified Organic ingredients) Sale Price: $30.00   Eligible for free shipping! Availability: Usually ships in 24 hours See Reviews For This Product Description Give your skin an instant moisture boost with this light, refreshing body toning oil. Banish dry and rough skin forever, while helping trouble spots on the stomach, decollete, arms and legs. Features a powerful blend of the most healing and soothing botanicals. Nourishes skin back to its natural radiance for fabulicious baby-soft skin.Benefits: Pomegranate oil- revitalizes skin tone and elasticity Avocado oil- rich in EFA's, penetrates deep to hydrate Jojoba oil- seals in moisture Sea Buckthorn fruit oil-restores skin's elasticityINGREDIENTS: prunus amygdalus dulcis (extra virgin sweet almond) oil, persea gratissima (organic avocado) oil, simmondsia chinensis (organic jojoba) seed oil, butyrospermum parkii (shea) seed oil, punica granatum linn (organic pomegranate) oil, hippophae rhamnoides (sea buckthorn) fruit oil, calophyllum inophyllum (organic tamanu) oil, d-alpha tocopherol (natural vitamin E), citrus reticulata (mandarin) citrus sinensis (sweet orange), lavendula angustifolia (organic lavender) pure essential oilsTo use: Massage onto damp skin after shower, bath and sun bathing, until absorbed, to lock in day-long hydration. During pregnancy, for optimum benefits, follow with oh baby! belly butterTM. Features each bottle has the content of 6 pomegranate and 2 avocado Improves skin tone and elasticity provides 10 times better hydration then creams Absorbs easily, non greasy 100% natural, botanical and vegan

Zia Skin Basics Everyday Moisturizer with Organic Jojoba for Normal Skin, 1.6-Ounce Package List Price: $20.95 Sale Price: $17.91 You save: $3.04 (15%)   Eligible for free shipping! Availability: Usually ships in 24 hours See Reviews For This Product Description Everyday Moisturizer ~ with organic jojoba for normal skin Lightweight, non-greasy moisturizer Organic Jojoba and Soybean oil hydrate and nourish skin Organic Chamomile Extract sooths skin Excellent for sensitive skin Features Fragrance free Paraben free Soothes and moisturizes

Five Little Tapas sampler bestsellers (Made with Certified Organic ingredients) Sale Price: $24.95   Eligible for free shipping! Availability: Usually ships in 24 hours See Reviews For This Product Description Five bestsellers for new and expecting mom.An introductory sampler kit features our 5 bestsellers, such as the award winning Oh Baby! Belly Butter and the very special Youth Glow Omega Face Complex in mini sizes perfect for trial, travel or gifting. Try it and you'll love it! Features oh baby! belly butterTM (.25 oz / 7 g) youth glowTM omega face complex (.13 oz / 4 ml) moisture meTM body toning oil (.5 oz / 15 ml) mandarin cremeTM organic body wash (.5 oz / 15 ml) calendula nursing balmTM (.25 oz / 7 g)

Eminence Organic Skincare. Eight Greens Whip Moisturizer Sale Price: $62.00   Eligible for free shipping! Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days See Reviews For This Product Description A natural phyto hormone moisturizer especially for hormonally imbalanced skin types. Firming & balancing ingredients target skin conditions resulting from menopause, stress & monthly hormone fluctuations. 2 oz Features Yucca Extract: supplies phytoestrogens, antioxidant Thermal Water: supplies minerals, softens and nourishes the skin Paprika: assists in increasing stimulation and oxygenation of the skin Red Clover: antioxidant, helps to reduce inflammation and acne Flaxseed/Linseed: Omega 3s, antioxidant

Eminence Organic Skincare. Herbal Eye Make-up Remover List Price: $27.70 Sale Price: $26.69 You save: $1.01 (4%)   Eligible for free shipping! Availability: Usually ships in 2-3 business days See Reviews For This Product Description Gentle but effective for all skin types. Cucumber lavender calendula and chamomile soothe and decongest even the most sensitive eyes while green tea and comfrey protect and heal the gentle eye area. Ph-balanced and Opthalmologist approved this is a perfect complement to your daily eye care ritual. Skin Type: All. Product Weight: 5.07 oz / 150 ml Saturate a cotton ball or pad with product and gently wipe over closed eyelids until all make-up has been removed. In case of direct eye contact rinse eyes with cool water. Spring Water Coco Betain (coconut derived) calendula flower extract decyl glycoside (glucose) cornflower extract cucumber extract comfrey extract green tea extract chamomile extract lavender extract rosehip extract sodium benzoate (cranberry derived) potassium sorbate (sorb apple derived) lavender essential oil chamomile essential oil. Features Organic Handmade FREE SKINCARE SAMPLES with purchase. Soothes Decongests