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Have you tried Ilapothecary?
ilapothecary products are infused with powerful ingredients such as live stem cells, silk, powerful gemstones, vitamins, aromatherapy oils and homeopathic ingredients to counteract urban stressors, environmental and digital pollution, mental stress, hormonal imbalance and body fatigue. Created for the busy, modern woman, man and family, ilapothecary products uplift, nurture and balance mind, body, skin and soul; help calm the nervous system, strengthen, hydrate and heal.
Packed with goodness, many of the resulting products are of dual purpose two-in-one fixers and all smell incredibly uplifting and clearing, with base notes of Rose Geranium, Blue Chamomile and wild-grown Green Vetiver. What we put on our skin directly nourishes and calms our heart – the center of emotional wellbeing, energy and vitality, and an incredible 75% of our emotions are generated by what we smell.
Products are lovingly handmade in the UK, blended in small fresh batches, using simple techniques based on an intuitive and heartfelt approach.
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The winter wonders of a long soak in the bath
As winter approaches and blankets the world in frost and darkness, there's no better way to escape the biting cold and gloomy, dark days than by indulging in a long, soothing bath. While the idea of immersing yourself in warm water is inviting year-round, there's something particularly magical about taking...
How planet friendly is your bathroom?
In an era where sustainability and environmental awareness are so important, many of us are making conscious efforts to reduce our ecological footprint. For the most part, we are great at recycling kitchen waste with 9 out of 10 people recycling some of our kitchen waste. However one area where...
Why the health of your skin barrier is so important
Skin barrier health refers to the condition and integrity of the outermost layer of the skin, known as the stratum corneum. The skin barrier acts as a protective shield, preventing water loss, blocking harmful substances and defending against environmental factors like bacteria, pollutants, and UV radiation. A healthy skin barrier is...
Microneedling – to roll or not to roll!
In this blog, we'll be diving into the topic of microneedling at home. Microneedling has gained popularity in recent years for its ability to rejuvenate the skin and improve various skin concerns. Traditionally performed in clinics and spas, microneedling is now also a fantastic, effective treatment to carry out at...
Sam’s Spring Favourites
Well we are nearly at the end of March and I really wanted to share with you what products I have been enjoying recently. Some days, the scent of Spring really seems to be in the air and it makes me excited for the coming change of season. I've been...
Do natural deodorants really work?
This is a question we hear all the time, usually followed by comments like 'I tried but natural deodorants really don't work for me'. The fact of life is that we all sweat and where sweat collects, body odour follows! Its actually not the sweat that smells though, its the...
How to have healthy eyelashes
You've heard the saying that your eyes are the window to your soul! If this is true, then it is super important to take care of the curtains, aka our eyelashes. Eyelashes are made up of 97% keratin and the average eyelash length is approximately 10mm in length. The upper...
Rosalena Q&A
Rosalena's vision is to create a serious skincare range that delivers glowing, radiant and visibly healthier skin, naturally. They are proudly 100% natural, eco-friendly, female-founded, inclusive, UK based and have wellness at the heart of everything they do. We were delighted to have a chat with the 2 powerhouses behind...
CLEAN, EFFECTIVE, SUSTAINABLE, LUXURIOUS
LULU ORRY has curated the best ethical beauty brands from around the globe. It is possible to achieve performance without compromising on your values!