Acne? Dry skin? Aging skin? Here’s the best ingredients to help you start a natural skincare routine.
There’s no denying that skin care has advanced in recent years. However, with so many different products to pick and choose from, it can be extremely hard to navigate and find the best product for your skin.
But, sometimes, it’s best to go back to basics. And why not? These natural skincare products aren’t produced in labs, they are not synthetic, they have zero parabens and, best of all, they are going to heal any damage whilst also maintaining our skins overall health.
So whether you’re wanting to know how to build a natural skincare routine that works or you’re looking for natural skincare products, read on through for the 10 best natural ingredients to add to your skincare routine.
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Coconut Oil
Coconut oil is described as a versatile ingredient that helps strengthen underlying epidermal tissue, removing dead skin cells, protecting us from sunburns and it also contains anti-bacterial, -viral, -fungal and anti-oxidant properties. One of the best natural skincare ingredients for aging skin, coconut oil can be ingested to help balance hormones whilst also nourishing your gut and increasing your digestive function. If you’re looking to start a natural skincare routine, we would recommend Tonik’s Coconut Oil Capsules.
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Tasman Pepper Leaf
Meet the native rainforest extract that helps inhibit the skins discomfort sensor and reduces overall inflammation: Tasman pepper leaf. An edible leaf and berry, Tasman pepper leaf helps reduce the appearance of skin redness and provides immediate relief of itching and irritation. If you’re looking to create a natural skincare routine at home with Tasman pepper leaf, opt for a shaving cream or moisturiser that features this ingredient. Or, Grown Alchemist’s Tasmanian Pepper, Tangerine and Chamomile Hand Wash is great for every day use!
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Shea Butter
Finding natural skin care products for dry skin can be hard. Thankfully, shea butter comes to the rescue. Shea butter has been used throughout Africa as a natural skin care product for hundreds of years. Largely made and exported still today, shea butter is one of the best ingredients for moisturising a range of skin types and, it is all inexpensive yet effective. Reducing flaking, redness or peeling, shea butter is extremely hydrating and is great to add to your skincare routine at home. Our top picks include L’Occitane’s Shea Ultra Rich Face Cream and Body Cream.
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Violet Leaf Extract
Violet leaf extract has long been used as a form of cancer treatment. But, it is commonly used when ingested to lower cholesterol levels. One of the best natural skin care products for acne, dry skin and aging skin, violet leaf extract is high in Vitamin A and C to topically treat skin conditions such as acne, psoriasis, skin ruptures and other similar skin ailments. Add violet leaf extract to your skincare routine with Hunter Lab’s Cleansing Facial Scrub.
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Tea Tree Oil
Tea tree oil has been used in Australia for many years to fight breakouts and inflammation of the skin. Tea tree oil can work as a natural anti-inflammatory, -bacterial, -microbial and anti-fungal. With phytochemicals, tea tree oil is one of the most versatile and popular natural skin care essential oils available. Still not convinced? Why not try The Body Shop’s Tea Tree Oil by applying directly onto skin after cleansing and toning.
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Activated Charcoal
Activated charcoal has powerful toxin-clearing properties, which allows for healing and makes it suitable for many uses. This deeply cleansing extract helps heal skin blemishes by drawing dirt, oil, bacteria and micro-particles to the surface for easy washing away. Usually ingested, if you’re looking on how to build a natural skincare routine that works, start by using this Charcoal Mud Mask by Hunter Lab that was designed to deep cleanse pores and remove impurities. Enriched with aloe vera, Vitamin A and E; your skin will soon feel hydrated, soothed and nourished.
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Raw Honey
Honey, who knew that this was one of the best natural ingredients to have in your skincare routine. But, raw honey is a bit different to what you can get in the supermarket. With many health benefits, raw honey helps to reduce breakouts, it features moisturising properties, it contains antiseptic qualities, encourages wound healing, fights allergies or rashes and, it’s one of the best natural skincare products for acne and the reducing of scars. Check out the I’m From Honey Mask which can be used after cleansing.
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Passionfruit Seed Oil
Also known as maracuja oil, passionfruit seed oil is described as a wonder ingredient that is rich in Vitamin A, B and C, it is high in calcium and phosphorus and it is also packed with antioxidants and essential fatty acids. Containing anti-inflammatory and healing properties, passionfruit seed oil is one of the best natural skin care products for acne, dry skin and aging skin. Hunter Lab’s A Bright Moment pack featuring passionfruit seed oil can be used on the face and lips. Score!
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Aloe Vera
The benefits of aloe vera can be obtained from using it both externally and internally, as it can decrease the number and size of tumours and parasites in the liver, spleen and bone marrow when ingested. However, when used externally and added to your skincare routine, aloe vera has been known to reduce inflammation, itching, redness and other skin diseases. We recommend the innisfree Aloe Revital Sleeping Pack.
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Avocado Oil
Avocado oil is rich in many nutrients craved by the body, such as Vitamin A and D, lecithin and potassium. Avocado oil is a fantastic dry-skin moisturising oil that helps with skin conditions such as eczema and assists in the treatment of climate-damaged, parched, undernourished or ageing skin. Try the Antipodes Body Oil Heavenly which is a rich full-body oil for intensive nourishment without leaving a greasy residue.
As for the most important step in your skincare routine, sunscreen, we’ve found 10 Australian Made Sustainable and Eco-friendly Sunscreen Brands. Learn more about skincare with this essential beauty book and bible, Skinformation.
