When it comes to improving your family’s health, you always want to seek out natural remedies that will be free of toxic chemicals and damaging side effects. There are a number of products on the market which claim to be organic and good for your health, but what does that really mean? And what ingredients should you be looking for when you’re reading the labels? When it comes to natural options that are safe for your family, you should be avoiding chemicals and toxic additives that could be harmful to you and your family’s health. For example, virgin coconut oil is a popular choice as it contains nutrients that have nourishing properties. It can be used in cooking, as a skin moisturiser, a hair tamer and as a base for other treatments or lotions. Body scrubs with goat’s milk, oatmeal and barako coffee grinds are natural wonders in the beauty world too – they contain vitamins and antioxidants.
Moisturisers with cocoa butter or aloe vera are popular, but why not aim for something with natural oils to really feel the benefit? Calendula oil is sourced from flowers of the same name and is rich and gentle – it makes a great moisturiser that the whole family can use. If you’re trying to improve the health of your hair, you should look for shampoos with aloe vera or essential oils, such as rosemary, as they can be brilliant at thickening the hair. And if you’re looking for a multi-tasker, seek out lavender, tea tree and peppermint oils – they’re great as cleansers to keep germs and bacteria at bay, can be used to soothe the skin, and even calm your nerves if you’re feeling stressed. They make great stand-bys to keep in the cupboard in times of emergency.