Is beauty really skin deep? If so what does your skin say about you? Our skin is extremely important. It is with us forever and it can really make or break your makeup routine. We have mistreated our bodies and skin for so long but it doesn’t have to be that way. Start today using natural skin care products!
Natural skin care products need to be apart of your daily routine. There are so many great natural skin care companies out there that provide organic, natural skin care and makeup products. Natural skin care is so important. Skin care in general should be on everyone’s highest priority. Unfortunately, it is not always that way. So many, including myself, are guilty of forgetting to start their day with a good moisturizer.
Change your habit and start your day off right and reach for a natural skin care moisturizer.
There are many types of skin types out there. Some suffer from oily skin, dry skin, or maybe combination skin. No matter the skin type, it is so important that before you start your daily makeup routine, you must moisturize. Your skin will thank you in the long haul! An important question to ask yourself is…
Do you moisturize your skin every day?
If you answered yes, good job! If you answered no, you should start working on moisturizing daily…Today! The skin is the largest organ in our complex system and we must take care of it! Men and Women can both benefit from moisturizing their skin and using a great natural skin care lotion. Everyone has skin and everyone deserves to have their very best skin. We deserve to put only the best natural skin care products on our bodies. There are so many benefits to moisturizing daily, it really is unbelievable.
Moisturizers help:
- Anti Aging – Prevent Wrinkles
- Softer Skin
- Skin elasticity, More Elastic Skin – Youthful
- Hydration
- Natural Glow
Moisturizer Musts!
Remember when applying moisturizers and lotions to the face, be careful not to pull the skin. Don’t forget your neck! Often people neglect applying moisturizer to their necks. This is a huge mistake! The neck skin is just as delicate and can show signs wrinkles and age over time. It is important to apply moisturizers down the neck, to the collar bones, ending at the top of the chest. It is great to do this after a shower or after you wash your face in the morning. If you are someone who works outside or perhaps will be in the sun, reach for a moisturizer with SPF. There are many natural skin care products with SPF.
Find Your Skin’s Oil Balance with Natural Skin Care
There are so many great natural, organic brands that provide moisturizers that there really is something for everyone. I love oil free products so the items listed below all do have something in common…they are oil free! Our skin naturally produces oil…sometimes too much which is the cause of acne. Clogged pores are the worst! By using an oil free natural skin care moisturizer, it will help to balance the hydration we need for our skin, without making it greasy, oily with an overproduction of oils.
What are the benefits of oil free products?
- Less Oil! If you have oily skin or combination skin, this is a no brainer. Always use oil free natural skin care products! Oil free is the way to go for natural makeup. Look into buying products that are labeled non comedogenic. You can see our post on what non comedogenic means.
- Oil Free = No Clogged Pores. Clogged pores equates to pimples which aren’t a good thing for anyone at any age.
- Oil Free Skin Care Protects Your Skin. Not only will it help with your complexion, but also helps with all of the harmful aging UV rays from the sun. Oil free products provide protection from harmful free radicals which can cause our skin to get damaged over time.
What Kind of Ingredients Should You Look For?
There are many natural skin care brands out there which provide many amazing products. There are some great ingredients that have proven to be extremely effective in skin protection, help with anti aging, and provide antioxidants to combat free radicals.
The ingredients you should look for are:
- Vitamin C
- Vitamin E
- Aloe Vera
- Green Tea
What Ingredients To Avoid For Natural Skin Care
The products listed below will be sulfate free, paraben free, and free of formaldehyde. What exactly is a sulfate and why do we care if it is in our skin care? They are extremely strong detergents made of sulfur! Products with sulfates can cause irritation in the skin causing acne. Also, causes irritation in the eye, mouth, and lungs. Parabens are extremely dangerous preservatives that are put in cosmetics and beauty products. Parabens can be very harmful to your body, especially affecting the reproductive area and possibly cancer. Formaldehyde is used as a preservative in cosmetics so that your products do not get moldy and grow bacteria. Unfortunately, formaldehyde causes cancer and also causes respiratory issues. Formaldehyde is extremely toxic! Another chemical I found to be potentially toxic to the human body are Phthalates that can cause damage to your reproductive system and cause complications during the pregnancy and nursing.
Origins Zero Oil Oil Free Moisture Lotion
Origins is an incredible natural skin care brand that provides products free of sulfates, parabens, and formaldehyde. It is so important, as consumers that we are aware of the ingredients inside of our skincare and makeup products. Origins Zero Oil is not greasy at all, it is very lightweight, oil free. It works to reduce shine meanwhile hydrating the skin providing a smooth, baby skin matte finish. Fight the signs of aging with this great lotion!
Apply in the morning and at night! This would be a great product for someone with oily skin. This lotion also has salicylic acid which helps to minimize the size of pores! This product contains Aloe Vera ingredients for natural skin care.
Cons: Origins is not cruelty free.
Boscia Green Tea Oil Free Moisturizer
This is a great product for so many skin types! If you have normal, oily, combo, dry, or sensitive skin, you are able to use this product. Boscia is a lightweight, antioxidant infused moisturizer. The formula contains Japanese Green Tea. This natural skin care item is great for oily skin, dryness, or if you have acne.Japanese Green Tea is great for moisturizing the skin and providing an incredible soothing sensation. It will help to reduce redness and quenches the skin. The amazing antibacterial properties of Japanese Green Tea are truly amazing, it rival benzoyl peroxide!
Cons: Boscia is not cruelty free.
Kora Organics Hydrating Moisturizer for Dry Skin
Kora Organics is a great moisturizer for normal, combo, and dry skin profiles. They have a great line of various natural skin care items from face balms, to moisturizers for all skin types. They are a great natural skin care brand.
Use this hydrating moisturizer for dryness, dullness in skin, uneven texture of the skin, wrinkles, and fine lines. There are many incredible ingredients including organic rosehip, macadamia nut oils, and extracts for skin hydration. The main ingredient in this product is Aloe Vera which is a great natural skin care ingredient.
Kora Organics is also Cruelty-Free and does not test on animals! This product and many of their other products (not all) are Vegan!
Plantscriptions SPF 25 Power Anti Aging Oil Free Cream
Another incredible product from a natural skin care brand! Origins created Plantscriptions SPF 25 Power Anti-Aging Oil-Free Cream and they really went above and beyond with this one!
Not only does it have SPF 25, but it also is an incredible anti-aging moisturizer. Use this product to work to prevent fine lines and wrinkles. If you are looking for a hydrating formula, this natural skin care moisturizer is perfect! This moisturizer encourages elasticity in the skin with infused dill seed extract. It also provides with excellent UV protection. It is recommended to use this product daily, in the morning.
Cons: They are not cruelty free
I discovered a great youtube video on a oil free cream we really like. She explains the benefits as well as ingredients that can promote longevity and anti aging. Her boyfriend also provides a males prospective on natural moisturizers on his skin.
If you enjoyed our article on safe and natural skin care moisturizers, you will love our review of Tatcha Cleansing Oil to remove unwanted and potentially damaging toxins and impurities from your skin. You can see our comprehensive review here.
***click here to see a full review of Plantscriptions Oil-Free Cream on Youtube***
*****This is not medical advice, seek a doctor before starting treatments*******
