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Clean beauty

Antiperspirants, sprays and roll-ons: your guide to deodorants

With increasing awareness of the harm that chemical ingredients can do to our health, we reveal what you should consider when switching to a natural deodorant.

By Alexandra Julian

13/05/2020

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Clean beauty

Do you really need gluten-free skin care?

So that you know exactly what you are putting on your skin we’ll be running a series of myth-busters to help you face the facts when it comes to choosing personal care products that suit your lifestyle choices. In this article, we’re getting under the skin of gluten-free skincare.

By Alexandra Julian

12/05/2020

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Clean beauty

Perfume allergies: time to go fragrance free?

This guide looks at the symptoms of perfume allergies and why many people suffer from allergic reactions to perfumes. We also look at natural essential oils in products and how these oils can still trigger an allergic reaction in some sufferers. Discover a range of truly perfume-free products.

By Alexandra Julian

12/05/2020

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Clean beauty

The benefits of Buriti Oil for skin & hair

What is Buriti oil and how can it improve the health of your skin and hair? Here we explore the benefits of this exotic oil.

By Hannah Mepham

04/05/2020

3 Minute read

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Baby & pregnancy

Does Olive oil cause eczema in babies?

While olive oil may be a fantastic ingredient in adult skin and body care products, research shows that it may be contributing to a rise in cases of eczema in babies under 3 months.

By Alexandra Julian

03/05/2020

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Baby & pregnancy

Essential guide to ingredients to avoid in baby products

This guide explains which chemical ingredients you should avoid that are common in many high street products for babies and children, and the reasons why you should avoid using these ingredients on your baby or child's delicate skin.

By Alexandra Julian

03/05/2020

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Clean beauty

7 of the best natural ingredients for sensitive skin

Green People has been caring for sensitive skin since 1997 and was founded with a strong sense purpose – to make skin care comfortable and enjoyable for all skin types. In this post, we introduce you to some of our favourite natural ingredients for calming sensitive skin.

By Hannah Mepham

03/05/2020

4 Minute read

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Clean beauty

Essential guide to SLS-free products

Green People’s organic beauty products have always been SLS-free. We only use gentle, non-irritating foaming agents that are suitable for very sensitive skin and those prone to eczema and skin allergies.

By Alexandra Julian

02/05/2020

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Clean beauty

Looking for MI-free products?

MI stands for methylisothiazolinone and at one time this ingredient was a commonly used preservative in a broad range of beauty products. MI is not permitted as an ingredient by any organic certification body worldwide. As such, all of our products have always been free from MI.

By Alexandra Julian

02/05/2020

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Clean beauty

Curly girl? Try our low-poo shampoo

Struggling to control your curls? Thinking of trying the Curly Girl Method? Here we reveal what to expect and how switching to our low-poo shampoo and silicone-free conditioner can keep your curls strong and healthy.

By Hannah Mepham

02/05/2020

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Clean beauty

What is SLS-free shampoo & is it good for my hair?

If you have an itchy or flaky scalp, one of the simplest things you can try is washing your hair with an SLS-free shampoo.

By Alexandra Julian

30/04/2020

4 Minute read

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