Many high street skincare products contain synthetic chemicals whose long-term effects are unknown. These include parabens, petro-chemicals, synthetic alcohols, DEA/MEA/TEA, petrolatum and isopropyl, along with many others linked to various ailments.
In contrast, organic health and beauty products do not contain harmful chemicals, artificial additives, genetic modification or pesticides. All the companies listed below are committed to organic principles. They offer everything from natural skincare products, hair shampoos, organic soaps, lotions, toiletries and bath salts to herbs and nutritional supplements.
Like most of the links on this site, you'll find new and exciting products not available in shops or other outlets!
"Now that I've got kids, it's become really important for me on the health front to try to buy as much organic produce as possible." — Jamie Oliver, UK celebrity chef, in BBC Good Food magazine
The Natural Skincare Company offers high quality salon standard, vegan registered, cold-blended organic skincare by Paul Penders, Nvey ECO Makeup and Caribbean Blue Suncare. Paul Penders cold-blended LevensESSENTIE Gold is one of very few skincare ranges available on the market that uses low temperatures when making skincare, thus ensuring that vitamins, anti-oxidants and nutrients are retained at their full strength. Buy online at www.thenaturalskincarecompany.co.uk
100% Nature is an Organic and Holistic Health Care Shop online selling 100’s of premium quality brands and including natural and organic Skin Care, Toiletries, Make-Up, Health Supplements, Herbs, Pregnancy products and a natural Pharmacy range for all ages. Their A-Z of Natural and Holistic Health Advice for pregnancy, babies, children and adults offers comprehensive information and effective natural solutions for many common ailments. 100% Nature specialise in skin complaints and immune support for all ages, and a range of Colloidal Silver-based skin care products. www.100percentnature.co.uk or call 01604 880151
Nutritionists in London Yvonne Bishop-Weston and nutritionists offer expert nutrition therapy at alternative health clinics in London for fertility, weight loss diets, IBS, stress, allergies and general health advice at complementary medicine private clinics in London. Clinics in Harley Street, City and Croydon offer testing services, health screens, allergy testing and a corporate consultancy service with a comprehensive training and speaker series also offered. www.foodsforlife.org.uk
Would you like to lead a happier, healthier, greener life? www.healthylifeessex.co.uk is a web site encouraging people to take responsibility for their own health and wellbeing, that of the community and the planet for now and for future generations. This is a site providing a lot of information covering a range of topics including complementary and alternative therapies, health issues, countryside and wildlife, spirituality, sustainability, and much more. Sign up for the newsletter to keep you informed, place a comment on the blog, or even add your details to one of the directories (keep looking - more will be added!)
Elixirs of Life are ethical manufacturers of Natural Skin, Hair & Body Care Products, suitable for the whole family. Using only high quality ethically sourced natural and organic ingredients, therefore considering nature and people alike. All products are free from Parabens, SLS, Petro-Chemicals and unnecessary synthetic ingredients making them suitable for eczema, dermatitis & psoriasis. Visit www.elixirsoflife.co.uk where you will find products bursting with nutrients, vitamins and antioxidants. Elixirs of Life care about reducing moisturiser miles - created & manufactured in the UK.
Organic and natural beauty products without Parabens, Petro-Chemicals, Synthetic Fragrances, SLS/SLES or any other Harmful Ingredients. Certified organic and approved by the vegetarian and vegan societies. Lucy Rose offer Free Postage & Packaging on all orders. www.lucyrose.biz
One-stop online shop of organic, natural, eco-friendly products for the home and body. Toiletries, cosmetics, skincare products, and items for wellbeing, babies, pet care, personal care, energy-saving, cleaning, and hair care; as well as earth-friendly gadgets and gifts, and articles of interest. www.thenaturalshop.co.uk
ecorium | the natural skincare emporium is an award winning online skincare boutique stocking a fantastic range ofpremium natural and organic skincare and haircare. They have ranges for men, babies and teenage skin as well as natural candles, organic fragrance and cosmetics. All of their products are free from parabens and sls.Fast free delivery in the UK. Samples included in each order and a free gift wrap service is available. Enter code GP10 to enjoy 10% off all orders over £40 until December 2010.
Faith in Nature was formed over 30 years ago by Rivka Rose with a mission to create superior natural beauty products. The current natural offering encompasses ten shampoos with complementary conditioners, nine soaps and three hand washes, a skin care range plus six shower and bath foam gels. Recent product introductions include a natural body crystal deodorant, the first natural 3-in-1 facial wipe to cleanse, moisturise and remove makeup and a range of feminine products. The company takes a strong ethical stance, not only with regard to the product ingredients, but also to other areas including animal cruelty, packaging and sourcing. Unusually Faith in Nature also supplies many of its products in bulk sizes, which obviously reduces packaging waste, and the company’s fair pricing policy has undoubtedly played a part in it being widely reported as the fastest selling natural body care brand. www.faithinnature.co.uk
Inspired by the late herbal skincare specialist Martha Hill, the Beauty Naturals collection includes a comprehensive and affordable collection of high quality, cruelty free, natural health and beauty products. The range is diverse and incorporates traditional formulations along with new, organic, natural alternatives. Generous discounts and free postage with all orders. www.beautynaturals.com
Essence of Eden Premium Raw Organic Coconut Oil received an Award out of 700 entries in The Times & The Soil Association, Organic Food Awards 2008/09. In the ‘Store Cupboard Staples’ category, three awards were assigned. The Winner, Highly Commended and Commended. The only coconut oil to receive such an award!
Why? This is not a cold pressed oil, but a centrifuged oil, producing the very finest in flavour and texture, a pure dream to the palate! For your hair, skin, gut, toes, teeth etc. Quote promotional code "Try Me Now" when ordering www.essenceofeden.co.uk
Bacchia is an eco-ethnic-ethical store with authentic traditional, natural, organic and Fair Trade handmade products from all over the world, made from family run businesses, local communities or companies that focus in the natural way of life and they appear and promote the local traditional characteristics of each region of the planet. Bacchia’s wish is to offer to you qualitative and unique products that combine, elegance with the Natural Lifestyle. www.bacchia.gr
Organic beauty and skincare ranges, unusual environmentally-friendly gifts to suit all budgets, luxury and everyday home and garden eco-products... You’ll love the hand-picked collection at this online eco-store. If you want to live a healthier, happier and more natural life then you can find all the help you need at Live Life Naturally. All the products in their range are chosen specifically to adhere to ethical, sustainable and natural criteria. And by choosing eco-friendly products, you’ll find the quality better all around! Visit www.livelifenaturally.co.uk now.
Natural Empathy is a beautifully British range of natural, paraben and SLS free skin and hair care products which blend cold pressed, extra virgin moisturising oils from Northumberland and certified organic essential oils for natural fragrance and function. This ethical range is Vegan registered, uses Fairtrade Shea butter, recycled packaging materials, is GM free, smells and feels wonderful and really works! Pure high quality ingredients combine to provide advanced natural anti-ageing properties which have been tested and approved by leading toxicologists. This beautiful William Morris inspired collection will grace any home and offers natures way to better skin and hair without the need for synthetic preservatives or fragrance. www.naturalempathy.com
Aromantic is on the forefront of providing organic and natural ingredients, recipes and courses for make-your-own skin, hair and beauty care products, as well as base products for you to customise. Whether you’re a homecrafter, a therapist; a salon owner; starting/expanding a business; or simply want to be in control of what you and your family put on your skin and hair, Aromantic are your one-stop shop for over 700 ingredients, equipment, inspiration and information you need to make your own: ►natural ►safe ►cruelty-free ►professional products. www.aromantic.co.uk or 01309 696900.
Shea Alchemy is a small company based in North London selling a range of handmade creams for face and body using organic, unrefined shea butter – along with lots of other natural and organic ingredients – including spring water which they get from the source itself in RockinghamForest. Their aim is to provide gorgeous, top quality, natural skincare at affordable prices. They sell online and at green markets and festivals rather than in shops so that they can keep their overheads low and their prices reasonable. Shea Alchemy design their packaging themselves and sell in funky, recyclable tins. Check them out at www.sheaalchemy.co.uk
Greenlife, situated in the busy Devon market town of Totnes, is one of the largest health food stores in the South West.In 2010 Greenlife has relocated, for the second time in its 20 year life, into premises that have transformed it into a small wholefood supermarket. They have a vast range of organic and fair-trade products, as well as natural cosmetics, vitamins & minerals, and herbal and flower remedies.They deal with many local suppliers and are highly committed to recycling. Greenlife deliver worldwide from their website www.greenlife.co.uk
Fall in love with these 100% Natural and Certified Organic Products. Beyond products are packed with Vitamins, Omegas 3,6,7 & 9, anti-oxidants and over one hundred and ninety biologically active compounds. Sea Buckthorn, their signature ingredient, has been proven in clinical trials to decrease wrinkles, increase cell regeneration and moisture content and accelerate healing. Their products are not tested on animals and are all suitable for vegetarians. Some are also vegan friendly. They are hand-made, and certified organic by the BDAA (Biodynamic AgriculturalAssociation). www.beyondskincare.co.uk
The NordicCenter for Art & Sustainability, brings together personal creativity and sustainable development. They offer holiday courses and workshops in pottery and other craft/arts combined with exploring more sustainable lifestyles. They have a wonderful natural setting, surrounded by rivers, forests and lakes in an unspoiled part of Sweden. Their courses include local nature and archeological tours as well as personal tutoring in our fully equipped studio & workshop. With excellent local organic food you are guaranteed a fun, relaxing stay with time to refresh and reflect. www.thenordiccentre.com
Honour Your Flow make and sell natural and organic reusable menstrual products. They have wool backed and fleece backed menstrual pads in sizes to suit all needs, including the famous Night pad which is very big! They also make a lovely washable cloth tampon in bamboo fleece in three sizes. All their products are made in the UK from natural and organic fabrics wherever possible. They are high quality, practical and beautiful, adding colour and twinkle to your menstrual pad stash! www.honouryourflow.co.uk
Nature's Boutique helps you leave high-street cosmetics behind, with more natural beauty products that will keep you looking good on the outside – and feeling good on the inside. www.naturesboutique.com
NEOM they have created the most incredibly powerful, organic range of luxury bath & home products that all work as treatments to make you feel more relaxed, more energised or even just a whole lot happier - depending on the treatment you choose. Carefully blending only the finest organic ingredients and the highest concentration of essential oils they have created the most beautiful scents that fill your room with mood enhancing treats in whichever you prefer.
Internationally adored line of luxury skincare products, noted by beauty editors for being organic, handmade and boasting beautiful packaging. Pai Skincare is considered the "cleanest" on the market. It is uniquely suitable for people with very sensitive skin, so it is completely chemical free and includes only the finest certified organic ingredients. All products are certified by the UK Soil Association.
Choose from a range of organic, cruelty free, natural skin care products - where every single ingredient is beneficial to your skin's health. Organic and natural skin care products including skin care, hair care, body wash, natural deodorants, mother and baby, herbal remedies for acne, eczema and many more. Easy secure shopping, free next day delivery on orders over £25.
Male Organics - the UK's only one-stop shop for men's natural and organic grooming products. Helping you live in a more chemical free, sustainable and eco-friendly way.
Other useful Health & Beauty providers
Essence of France Organic Soap, Skincare and Bath Salts which are sourced from France, they also offer personalised gift baskets and gift wrapping with handmade paper.
Natural Alternative Products Unique natural, organic alternative products sourced from around the world for all minor health aliments.
Zia & Tia Pure Luxury OrganicsA family owned and operated business. A portion of every sale is donated to Half the Sky and various other organisations that are directly creating and funding projects that help orphans in China. When you purchase products from Zia & Tia, you can be sure that you are helping precious little ones and making a difference in their lives.