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Here you will find our Paraben Free range of creams, gels and moisturisers.
What are parabens?
This group of chemicals are used as preservatives in cosmetics. Four main parabens are in use: methylparaben, ethylparaben, propylparaben and butylparaben; many products will have 2 or more of these chemicals as part of a preservative system. Parabens can be found in shampoos, commercial moisturisers, shaving gels, cleansing gels, personal lubricants, topical pharmaceuticals and toothpaste. Basically, a huge percentage of the products you buy for everyday use contain some form of paraben, so it can be difficult to find products that do not use them.
There have been studies on both sides of the argument…parabens are bad and parabens are ok you have to decide and review the facts.
Parabens are common preservatives found in many skin care and cosmetic products. While most people find little irritation from any of the four most common parabens they can cause contact dermatitis if you have skin sensitivities, such as rosacea.
A study in 2004 found traces of Parabens in breast cancer cells of 20 samples. Parabens can mimic the hormone estrogen, which is known to play a role in the development of breast cancers. The study did not show that parabens cause cancer, or that they are harmful in any way, but there is needless to say, ongoing debate on the use of parabens.
While there is no scientific issues with parabens, many are looking for ways to eliminate the number of chemicals we introduce to our skin. Many personal care companies are removing Parabens from their products due to possible links between increased risk to breast cancer, weight gain & fetal abnormalities.
The jury is still out on how and why parabens might affect development and growth of both babies and adults but there is no harm being careful with this kind of stuff…you decide. The following products are free from parabens, some being 100% natural.
Please note we stock Paraben Free, SLS (sodium Lauryl Sulfate) and SLES (Sodium lauryl ether sulfate) free Shampoo as part of our range.
60ml Borage Oil cream. Borage oil is a soothing cream containing essential oils and herbal extracts. Paraben Free. This rich cream is best applied at night to allow it to soak into and fully penetrate the skin.
60ml Evening Primrose cream. Evening primrose is for skin suffering from hormonal stresses and inflammatory conditions. Calming and soothing. Paraben Free
60ml frankincense and rose cream for mature skin. paraben free. An excellent face cream as it is exceptionally beneficial for dry and mature skin, Paraben Free
60ml Lavender and Chamomile barrier cream. Excellent general all purpose cream for all the family, even for babies bottoms. Superb for use after gardening or outdoor lifestyles and helps to relieve dry and rough skin.
60ml Lavender gel. Lavender gel can be used as a general antiseptic. Used for general aches and pains, rheumatism, headache, anxiety, depression, insomnia, high blood pressure, bites, colds, coughs and burns. Paraben Free
120ml pure natural virgin coconut oil. This pure virgin coconut oil is in a solid form. When it is gently rubbed into the skin it acts like an oil and is absorbed easily leaving the skin soft without feeling greasy 100% natural - paraben free
60ml tea tree gel. Tea tree is a natural antiseptic, useful for cuts, bites, spots, acne, oily skin, Soothes infected skin and helps a variety of skin conditions. Paraben Free
This natural unscented Aftershave Balm is perfect for use on male skin. Can be used alone as a fragrance free option for sensitive skin, alternatively the addition of essential oils and other carrier oils can tailor the aftershave balm individual needs.
120ml Shea butter. Shea butter has skin healing properties and is known as a superior treatment for dry, dehydrated, and ageing skin. 100% natural in solid Form. - Paraben free
120ml Frankincense and rose with whipped shea. Helps improve skin tone, reduce fine lines and wrinkles and increase skin elasticity 100% natural - paraben free
120ml shea butter with neroli and aloe vera is ideal for healing skin and is known as a superior treatment for dry, dehydrated, and ageing skin. Paraben free
