Joanna Evans rounds up new and noteworthy finds in the world of natural health, beauty, home and wellness.
3 of the best essential oil blends
Essential oils have the power to uplift, calm, revive and more. Try these pure essential oil blends with a diffuser or add a few drops to a bath to instantly boost your wellbeing.
Neal’s Yard Remedies
Women’s Balance Aromatherapy Blend, $24.50/£15.50 (0.33 fl oz/10 mL)
In the US: us.nealsyardremedies.com
In the UK: www.nealsyardremedies.com
Formulated to harmonize imbalances during menstruation or menopause, this relaxing blend features uplifting geranium, nurturing rose and rejuvenating frankincense. The subtle floral scent is said to help take the edge off your emotions and support serenity and poise.
Tisserand
National Geographic Paradise Diffuser Oil, £10/about $14 (0.3 fl oz/9 mL)
Developed in partnership with National Geographic, Paradise is a blend of grapefruit, mandarin and jasmine essential oils designed to transport you to balmy, tropical evenings by the beach. The exotic aroma is the perfect antidote to a stressful day or if you’re missing your beach getaways abroad.
Neom
Wellbeing Essential Oil Blends Collection, $69/£60 (4 × 0.33 fl oz/10 mL)
In the US: www.skinstore.com
In the UK: www.neomorganics.com
This set of four top-selling essential oil blends from the aromatherapy experts at Neom is great to have on hand so you can pick the right blend to suit your mood. There’s the relaxing Scent to Sleep, calming Scent to De-Stress, uplifting Scent to Make You Happy and energizing Scent to Boost Your Energy. All smell amazing.
Sounder sleep
Form Nutrition
ZZZZs, $29/£19 (30 capsules)
According to a UK survey commissioned by three leading bodies championing sleep—The Sleep Charity, The Sleep Council and Sleepstation—43 percent of us are now finding it harder to fall asleep, with anxiety around the global pandemic affecting sleep for three-quarters of people. There are lots of good tips on how to get a better night’s sleep on The Sleep Charity’s website (www.thesleepcharity.org.uk), but you could also try these high-quality supplements from Form Nutrition, formulated with nutrients proven to help with sleep, including 5-HTP, glycine, magnesium and zinc. The supplements are vegan and free of dairy, gluten, soy and GMOs.
Pure and simple
Studio Botanic
Cold Cream, $27.90/£20 (1.69 fl oz/50 mL)
German natural unisex skincare brand Studio Botanic is now available in the UK, US and worldwide via online beauty store Level 7 Beauty Hall. The range includes eight products, all formulated with purely plant-based ingredients and a “less is more” approach, avoiding the use of excessive fragrances and unnecessary fillers to ensure they’re gentle, effective and well-tolerated. We love the multitasking Cold Cream, a hydrating blend of shea butter, avocado and olive oils, vegan waxes and rose flower extract that can be used on the face, lips, hands and body whenever they need a moisture boost.
Go nuts
Supernature
Peanut Butter Cups, $34/£25 for a box of 12
Looking for a guilt-free sweet treat? These delicious peanut butter cups are free of gluten, dairy and refined sugar and made from just four ingredients: hand-picked, dry-roasted peanuts, cacao butter, cacao powder and coconut sugar. All the ingredients are organic, and there are no hidden additives like processing aids, oils or emulsifiers. Originally created by Noele McEvoy to satisfy her daughter’s sweet tooth while following a gluten-, dairy- and refined sugar-free diet, the Supernature range also includes Chocolate Covered Hazelnuts, Hazelnut Clusters and Raspberry Chocolate Raisins and is available for delivery worldwide.
Soap stars
Green People
AllPaws Cleansing Shampoo & Sensitive Shampoo, £14 (6.76 fl oz/200 mL)
Much-loved organic skincare brand Green People has launched allPaws, the UK’s first certified organic range of pet grooming products. It currently includes two dog shampoos—the Wild Mint Cleansing Shampoo, which has a lovely fresh fragrance, and the scent-free Sensitive Shampoo, designed for dogs with extra-sensitive skin. The products are 80 percent organic and 100 percent natural, vegan and cruelty-free. They’re also suitable for cats.
At the moment, allPaws is only available in the UK. If you want to get hold of natural and certified organic pet grooming products in the US, try 4-Legger (www.4-legger.com).
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