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Organic beauty products

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tanith Fri 24-May-19 08:36:51

I want to cut down the plastic bottles in my bathroom and try finding some organic products shower soap, shampoos etc but there is so much choice I’m looking for recommendations. Something moisturising, that has a nice but natural smell that doesn’t cost me an arm and a leg would be good.
So ladies what do you use?

Jackysboots Fri 24-May-19 18:02:34

How about making your own. I’ve just started making bath bombs and soap. Lots of stuff available on Amazon. At least you’ll know what’s in it

LizaJane24 Fri 24-May-19 20:30:52

Try the friendly soap company. They do soap for hair, face and body and come in recyclable packaging. Reasonable prices too

Shizam Fri 24-May-19 21:14:57

I was sad going into body shop a while ago. They no longer do refills on their plastic bottles of products. Anita Roddick’s recycling dream, and she had it long before anyone else, is gone.

tanith Fri 24-May-19 21:41:23

Thanks LizaJane I like their website a lot thanks for that.

tanith Sat 25-May-19 07:36:28

I’ve now ordered a shampoo and body soap bar from the friendly soap company to try I’m not sure the shampoo thing is going to work though but at least I’ll give it a try. I intend on replacing my bottles as each one wears out I’ve yet to find a moisturiser that doesn’t come in a plastic bottle.

PamelaJ1 Sat 25-May-19 07:44:55

Squiffy is the palm oil in your recommended product from a sustainable source?
Unfortunately these days buying anything to be totally PC is so difficult.

HildaW Sat 25-May-19 10:04:47

So many of the companies who started out with decent ethics and plans for a more environmentally friendly product have been gobbled up by the big operations. Body Shop is L'Oréal as I believe Aveda is. Also Liz Earle is now in the hands of a big company.

KnittyNannie Sat 25-May-19 12:43:09

Why don’t you try making your own soap? I’ve just made my first batch. You can control what goes into it. There are plenty of videos on uTube and soap making websites. Also, it’s good fun.

kathyd Sat 25-May-19 13:49:53

I too make my own. I started last year as Christmas gifts. My goddaughter loves the smell of violets and was thrilled with violet perfumed purple soap.
I made eucalyptus for my godson thinking it was more 'manly' but he preferred the lavender which I made for everyone else.
There are some lovely moulds as well. My goddaughter's daughter got fairies on hers.

dragonfly46 Sat 25-May-19 14:07:22

I use the Green company and love their face cream and tinted moisteriser. My DiL swears by them and uses all their products on her children.

Joplin Sat 25-May-19 16:01:17

I've just ordered some more vegan soap from thepureplanet company.com - their Mediterranean soap is lovely as well as looking very exotic. I see they now also stock Lyonsleaf so I am happily using both.

Squiffy Wed 29-May-19 11:22:23

Pamlajj Here's a link to info on Dr Bronner's palm oil source:

www.drbronner.com/media-center/press-release/dr-bronners-sources-palm-oil-sustainably/

I hope it's as ethical as it sounds! smile

Patsy70 Thu 30-May-19 16:07:43

Neal's Yard for me too!

mahirasharma857 Thu 31-Oct-24 14:30:11

That sounds like a great plan! For moisturizing organic products, consider Dr. Bronner's Pure-Castile Liquid Soap for its versatility and natural scents. Alba Botanica Hawaiian Shampoo and Conditioner offer great hydration with a tropical aroma. SheaMoisture Coconut & Hibiscus Shower Gel is also fantastic for moisture and has a delightful scent. Try Alaffia Everyday Coconut Body Wash for gentle hydration, and Acure Organics Shampoo and Conditioner for effective, natural formulations. These options are budget-friendly and perfect for a sustainable routine!