Helen Yeardsley, beauty industry expert, casts her eye over the campaigns making waves in the natural beauty space and examines the trends being driven by Generation D
Beauty shifts: beyond skin deep
September 26, 2018 Continue Reading
ren
Anti-pollution beauty lagging behind in Europe
In regions such as Asia and the United States anti-pollution beauty and bodycare has broken into the mainstream, but according to Mintel, Europe is still trailing way behind. In her piece Beauty Spot: Anti-pollution beauty – Why Europe needs to step it up, Mintel’s Vivienne Rudd says that despite the perils of urban pollution being […]
October 16, 2017 Continue Reading
Organic Monitor sees ‘golden opportunity’ in anti-pollution skincare for natural brands
Organic Monitor says it sees untapped opportunities for natural and organic cosmetic brands in the emerging category of anti-pollution skincare, with many new ingredients and finished products launching over the last 18 months. Originating in Asia, anti-pollution skincare products are now being seen internationally, says the company, with large multinationals developing dedicated ranges to protect […]
October 26, 2016 Continue Reading
ASOS to expand natural and organic beauty range
UK-based fashion and beauty e-tailer ASOS has announced plans to expand its eco-friendly edit of sustainable fashion, accessories and beauty buys, sourced from across the globe and collated as part of its Green Room collection. In its 2015 Annual Report, which saw UK sales climb 28%, while internationally retail sales jumped up 58%, the company noted […]
February 4, 2016 Continue Reading
Man up…
Last week saw the launch of ManOrganic, described as the first online grooming destination with a natural and organic offer dedicated exclusively to men. Developed by the specialists behind LoveLula, the site offers handpicked ethical natural and organic brands including established favourites like REN and Dr Hauschka alongside new brands including Elements and Preserve. ManOrganic […]
May 12, 2015 Continue Reading
News
-
H&B goes head-to-head with Boots in healthy ‘meal deal’ launch
lland & Barrett is going head-to-head with Boots with the launch of its own ‘meal deal’ offer – but in H&B’S case, with a healthy twist.
-
Welcome to ‘The Clean Vic’
Naming it The Clean Vic, Sainsbury’s supermarket is to launch a pop-up pub serving only no- or low-alcohol drinks over 24-25 July.
-
Northern exposure
In June, Mindful Store opened in Manchester to offer sustainable brands a simple route to gain greater exposure in a retail environment.
-
New carrier oils from Maharishi Ayurveda
Maharishi Ayurveda has launched a new range of 12 carrier oils for home use, each with its own benefits and therapeutic properties.
Features
-
Organic September
The UK’s biggest celebration of all things organic is back. Hayley Coristine finds out what’s happening for Organic September this year.
-
Generation Snowflake
As Generation Snowflake transitions us away from the stiff upper lip of Britain’s past, Matt Chittock explores how society is opening up about mental health
-
Children of the (green) revolution
From screen time to sugar to sedentary lifestyles, there are many aspects of modern living which give parents cause for concern.
-
Beyond the little bottles
From the yoghurt drinks of the ‘90s to Unilever’s recent investment in ‘happy bacteria’ skincare, probiotics are still a hot topic – but consumer confusion is rife, discovers Kate Miller, and puzzling legislation isn’t helping (more…)
NaturalProducts Sponsored
-
As Europe braces itself for a winter flu outbreak, protect yourself with Sambucol and the power of black elderberry.
Experts across Europe have warned the EU to brace itself for a bad flu season this winter. A new vaccine has been produced which is effective in fighting H3N2, the flu strain likely to hit the region this year; however, the vaccine is generally available for free to over 65s, pregnant women, those with an […]
-
Setting Industry standards for Golden quality CBD Products
Over the past few years Hemp and its CBD-rich extracts have made a stunning entrance to the nutraceutical business. More and more people are now commenting on the wonderful health benefits of supplementing their diet with natural phytocannabinoids and new CBD oil brands pop-up regularly as a result.
-
Tooth powder as a powerful ally for your dental health
My Oradent tooth powder is neither a drug nor a medicine. Suitable for all consumers and also for vegans and vegetarians. Why in powder form? Studies have shown that tooth powder can be more effective at removing plaque than toothpaste. Plus, My Oradent does not contain fluoride, is non-toxic and is also safe for children. […]
-
Mineral-rich New Zealand volcanic mud delivers instant illumination for your skin
It may seem counter-intuitive to apply mud to your skin in order to cleanse it, but the skin-enhancing benefits of mineral-rich mud have been harnessed for beauty treatments all over the world for centuries. Antipodes® uses white volcanic mud sourced from central New Zealand’s dramatic central plateau in its new Halo Skin-Brightening Facial Mud Mask […]
