Skin Care Products
Uncovering The Advantages of Natural Skin Care
In recent years, the beauty industry has witnessed a remarkable shift towards natural skin care products. This trend, once considered a niche market, is now gaining mainstream popularity as more people become conscious of what they apply to their skin and its impact on their overall health and that of the environment. Read more >-
100% PURE LIQUID COCONUT OIL FROM NAKA. Naka 100% Pure Liquid Coconut Oil is ideal for all skin types as its a natural moisturizer and is antimicrobial. Coconut oil does not clog pores and also balances both dry and oily spots. You can also enjoy the benefits of coconut oil in your hair, just add a few drops to your palms and massage into your hair and roots for super nourishing hair mask. [LI...
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Naka Platinum Vitamin C Serum features a concentrated 20% vitamin C formula combined with hyaluronic acid and vitamin E. This lightweight serum helps improve the look of uneven skin tone and dullness, leaving skin appearing brighter and more radiant. Hyaluronic acid provides lasting hydration for a smoother, plumper feel, while vitamin E offers antioxidant support to help protect against enviro...
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Naka Platinum Vitamin C Advanced Brightening Cream is made to refresh and enhance your skin’s natural look, day or night. With vitamin C at the core, it helps support a radiant, healthy-looking glow. The formula combines nourishing oils like rice bran and grapeseed with soothing aloe vera and green tea extract for added hydration and comfort. Gentle essential oils of lavender and sweet orange b...
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Naka Platinum Vitamin C Advanced Brightening Cream is made to refresh and enhance your skin’s natural look, day or night. With vitamin C at the core, it helps support a radiant, healthy-looking glow. The formula combines nourishing oils like rice bran and grapeseed with soothing aloe vera and green tea extract for added hydration and comfort. Gentle essential oils of lavender and sweet orange b...
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Naka Platinum Witch Hazel + Aloe Vera is a deep cleaning cleaners and moisturizing toner. With a mild lavender scent this Witch Hazel and Aloe Vera cleanser and moisturizer is alcohol free, paraben and phthalate free, preservative free with no artificial fragrances. Enjoy the benefits for Naka Platinum Witch Hazel + Aloe Vera in this bonus sized 360ml bottle. [LIQUID]
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Naka Platinum 100% Natural Vitamin E Skin Oil is suitable for all skin types and is a rich source of antioxidants. Sourced from non-GMO Soybeans, 100% Natural Vitamin E Skin Oil can be used to moisturize skin, hair and nails, and to prevent and repair skin tissue damage and reduce the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles and scars. [LIQUID]
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Naka Platinum Castor Oil Skin Therapy Lotion is a versatile, 100% pure certified organic castor (Ricinus communis) seed oil. Expeller pressed from fresh certified organic castor beans, this lotion is designed to moisturize, soften, and nourish skin. It is UV protected to maintain its quality and potency. Ideal for individuals seeking a natural solution for dry skin. [LOTION]
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Naka Platinum Castor Oil Skin Therapy Lotion is a versatile, 100% pure certified organic castor (Ricinus communis) seed oil. Expeller pressed from fresh certified organic castor beans, this lotion is designed to moisturize, soften, and nourish skin. It is UV protected to maintain its quality and potency. Ideal for individuals seeking a natural solution for dry skin. [LOTION]
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Naka Platinum’s Organic Jojoba Oil Skin Therapy Lotion is a lightweight, fast-absorbing moisturizer that helps keep skin soft, balanced, and hydrated. As a natural emollient, it works to soothe and protect while preventing dryness or irritation. Gentle and hypoallergenic, it’s suitable for most skin types and won’t clog pores, making it a great everyday option. Rich in vitamin E and naturally c...
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Naka Platinum’s Organic Jojoba Oil Skin Therapy Lotion is a lightweight, fast-absorbing moisturizer that helps keep skin soft, balanced, and hydrated. As a natural emollient, it works to soothe and protect while preventing dryness or irritation. Gentle and hypoallergenic, it’s suitable for most skin types and won’t clog pores, making it a great everyday option. Rich in vitamin E and naturally c...
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100% PURE, ORGANIC ARGAN OIL FROM NAKA. Quickly absorbable, nourishing and lightweight, 100% Pure, Organic Argan Oil from Naka is a staple for your natural beauty care regimen. Enjoy the benefits of argan oil as natural moisturizer for your skin and hair. 100% Pure Argan is a great source of vitamin E (tocopherols) as well as other antioxidants, such as ferulic acid. This gives Argan Oil the a...
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Because essential oils are extremely concentrated, it is important to dilute your oils in other carrier oils. Naka's is 100% Pure Almond Oil. Moisturizing & nourishing Almond Oil is ideal for revitalizing your skin, without clogging pores and is ideal for entire body use. Being odourless and light, Almond Oil is a staple oil for all your aromatherapy and natural beauty needs. [LIQUID]
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SUPPORT HEALTHY, RADIANT SKIN WITH POWERFUL HELP FROM SULFORAPHANE Newco's BroccoFusion Sulforaphane Ointment's key ingredient is the high amount of Sulforaphane for optimal effect. Sulforaphane Ointment is designed for use on lesions / skin abnormalities (bandage over), psoriasis, eczema, cuts, scrapes, burns, insect bites, infections, skin tags, moles, etc. with the Sulforaphane inducing Ph...
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SUPPORT HEALTHY, RADIANT SKIN WITH POWERFUL HELP FROM SULFORAPHANE Newco's BroccoFusion Sulforaphane Ointment's key ingredient is the high amount of Sulforaphane for optimal effect. Sulforaphane Ointment is designed for use on lesions / skin abnormalities (bandage over), psoriasis, eczema, cuts, scrapes, burns, insect bites, infections, skin tags, moles, etc. with the Sulforaphane inducing Ph...
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ANTI-AGING & HYPERPIGMENTATION RELIEF This lotion is designed using key ingredients that have been shown to repair damage, protect against future damage as well as reduce and soothe skin irritation. The complex synergistic formula will soften and moisturize the skin, protect against the abuse of the elements and slow the visible signs of aging. Sulforaphane (from Broccoli Seed Oil), Smithsonite...
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ANTI-AGING & HYPERPIGMENTATION RELIEF This lotion is designed using key ingredients that have been shown to repair damage, protect against future damage as well as reduce and soothe skin irritation. The complex synergistic formula will soften and moisturize the skin, protect against the abuse of the elements and slow the visible signs of aging. Sulforaphane (from Broccoli Seed Oil), Smithsonite...
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CERTIFIED ORGANIC & 100 % PURE! Often called "A First Aid Kit in a Bottle", Tea Tree Oil from NewCo is as useful as it is versatile. Tea tree oil is an effective herbal antiseptic for the relief of minor skin ailments and abrasions. It is commonly used topically for skin infections such as acne, athlete's foot, nail fungus, and ringworm. It is also effective as a local antiseptic for cuts...
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NFH brings you Witch-Hazel SAP, a wild harvested witch hazel (hamamelis virginiana) stem bark, a 300mg dried equivalent. Witch hazel has been used in herbal medicine for pain relief, bruising, inflammation, diarrhea, and dysentery. Many of witch hazel's therapeutic properties may be attributed to its high tannin content, which is 31 times more abundant in the bark than the leaf extract. The tan...
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Aloe Soothing Gel from NOW is ideal for skin that is in need of soothing or calming due to environmental factors that cause irritation, also for skin that has been injured or damaged. Aloe Soothing Gel is a refreshing and revitalizing formula with Organic Aloe Vera and Cucumber Extract to help naturally replenish healthy skin cells. Allantoin, L-Arginine and Vitamin E help to soothe and calm sk...
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Turn to Blemish Clear Cleanser from NOW Solutions if you have clogged pores in need of deep cleansing and purification. Ideal for oily, combination, and blemish-prone skin types. Clinically tested Psoralea corylifolia helps with reduction of blemishes, irritation, and discoloration while Grenadys helps brighten skin tone. NOW Solutions Blemish Clear Cleanser provides a gentle, deep cleansing to...
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The Rise of Natural Skin Care: A Journey to Healthier Skin and a Greener Planet
In recent years, the beauty industry has witnessed a remarkable shift towards natural skin care products. This trend, once considered a niche market, is now gaining mainstream popularity as more people become conscious of what they apply to their skin and its impact on their overall health and that of the environment. This quickly growing interest in natural skin care can be attributed to increasing awareness about the potentially harmful effects of conventional skin care products, concerns over animal testing, and a desire for sustainable and environmentally friendly options.
The Hidden Dangers Of Conventional Skin Care Products
Conventional skin care products, found on the shelves of most drugstores, often contain a plethora of synthetic chemicals. While effective in delivering short-term results, many of these ingredients pose long-term health risks. For instance, parabens, commonly used as preservatives in cosmetics, have been linked to hormone disruption and an increased risk of breast cancer. Phthalates, another group of chemicals used to make products more pliable, have been associated with reproductive and developmental issues.
Another common ingredient, sodium lauryl sulfate (SLS), is a surfactant that helps products like cleansers and shampoos create a foamy lather. However, SLS can strip the skin of its natural oils, leading to dryness and irritation. Formaldehyde-releasing agents, used as preservatives, are known carcinogens and can cause allergic reactions.
Thanks to the availability of information and advocacy from health professionals and environmental organizations, consumers are becoming increasingly informed about these very real health risks. This knowledge drives many to seek safer, natural alternatives that do not compromise their health for beauty.
Ethical Concerns Of Animal Testing
Animal testing in the cosmetic industry is another significant factor contributing to the shift towards natural skin care products. For decades, animals have been subjected to cruel testing practices to ensure the safety of beauty products. Rabbits, guinea pigs, and mice are commonly used in these tests, enduring painful procedures that often result in severe suffering or death.
The ethical implications of animal testing have rightfully sparked widespread outrage and condemnation. Organizations like PETA (People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals) and The Humane Society have campaigned tirelessly to raise awareness and push for legislative changes. Their efforts have led to significant progress, with the European Union banning animal testing for cosmetics in 2013, followed by countries like India, Israel, and Australia. In 2023, Canada passed Bill C-47, which bans cosmetics animal testing.
Despite these advances, animal testing remains a reality in many parts of the world, especially where regulatory frameworks are less stringent. This ongoing issue has galvanized consumers to choose brands that are cruelty-free and committed to humane practices, further fueling the demand for natural skin care products.
The Environmental Impact Of Conventional Beauty Practices
The environmental footprint of conventional body care products is another driving force behind the shift to natural alternatives. The beauty industry is notorious for its use of unsustainable practices, from the sourcing of raw materials to the production and packaging of products. Many conventional products are laden with synthetic chemicals that, when washed off, enter water systems, causing pollution and harming aquatic life.
Moreover, the production of synthetic ingredients often involves environmentally damaging processes, including the emission of greenhouse gases and the depletion of natural resources. Packaging is another major concern, with plastic containers contributing to the global plastic waste crisis. It is estimated that the beauty industry produces 120 billion units of packaging annually, much of which is non-recyclable and ends up in landfills or oceans.
Given this reality, it isn't surprising that consumers are increasingly turning to natural body care brands that prioritize sustainability. These brands often use eco-friendly packaging, such as biodegradable or recyclable materials, and source their ingredients responsibly, ensuring minimal environmental impact.
Selecting Natural Skin Care: The Advantages of Natural Ingredients
Beyond the ethical and environmental considerations, the appeal of natural body care products lies first and foremost in their gentle yet effective formulations. Natural ingredients, such as aloe vera, chamomile, and tea tree oil, are renowned for their soothing and healing properties. These ingredients work in harmony with the skin's natural processes, promoting long-term health and radiance without the adverse effects associated with synthetic chemicals.
Furthermore, natural body care products often incorporate botanical extracts, essential oils, and vitamins that nourish and protect. This holistic approach to skincare resonates with consumers who seek beauty and overall well-being.
Some of the most popular natural skin care brands available in Canada include:
- Acure
- Andalou Naturals
- Attitude
- Boo Bamboo
- Burt's Bees
- Carina Organics
- Derma E
- Desert Essence
- Dr. Bronner's
- Every Man Jack
- Everyone
- Green Beaver
- Jason
- Kiss My Face
- Lafe's Body Care
- Martina Collection
- Routine
- Saavy Naturals
- Sukin
- Weleda
Embracing a Healthier, More Conscious Beauty Routine
The growing interest in natural body care products reflects a broader movement towards conscious consumerism. People are increasingly aware of the impact of their choices on their health, animal welfare, and the environment. By opting for natural skin care, they embrace products that are safe, ethical, and sustainable, contributing to a healthier future for themselves and the planet.
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