We've all heard the saying, "You are what you eat...."
As if you need any more!
This couldn't be more true or fitting, with the on going rise of the organic food trend and it's move into beauty. Food and lifestyle choices can take their toll on our appearance and vitality, leaving the skin looking fatigued and dull. Therefore how we fuel our bodies inside and out is an important factor when it comes to healthy looking skin.
Chief Chemist and skincare expert for organic skin care brand Safa, Seena Seka, claims organic, vegan and halaal products are the best natural choice for skin care.
He says, "With modern day stresses, strains and air pollution having a direct impact on our appearance, organic skin care, offers a way to rejuvenate skin, alongside a healthy diet and lifestyle. It is a crucial element in restoring pH balance, helping your skin feel healthy and hydrated and is free from any harsh chemicals, pesticides, and toxic ingredients, which can play havoc on our skin, causing irritation and reddening. Our Safa products are 100% organic, halal, vegan and endorsed by The Soil Association for their natural ingredients."
Here, Seena Seka provides his top reasons as to why going organic should be an essential part of your daily natural skin care regime.
1. Safe to use
Organic products are known to be safe as they don't use any toxic chemicals. They are prepared with pure organic, plant-based ingredients and are gentle on the skin, giving you peace of mind.
2. Happy Skin
The purity of organic cosmetics and skincare ensures that they don't cause harm to your skin. People with sensitive skin can opt for organic skincare products, as they have the potential to reduce irritation sometimes caused by chemicals.
3. Keep the wrinkles at bay
Organic skincare products often provide extra nourishment to your skin, reducing fine lines to keep it looking fresh and young. They don't show results as quickly as regular products, but aim to maintain the health and radiance of your skin.
4. Say no to red marks and yes to a natural glow
A number of skincare products contain 'filler' ingredients that are of no value to your skin, such as artificial fragrances, these may well make your skin smell nice but they include phthalates which have the potential to trigger allergic reactions and are also known to cause damage to your kidneys, lungs, and reproductive system.
5. Natural Oils
Try to avoid petroleum by-products, which include mineral oils and paraffin which may make a product look and smell nice, but are more likely to contain carcinogens, which clog pores and obstruct skin's ability to get rid of waste and toxins. Organic products use plant emulsifiers and essential oils instead of synthetic ones which protect and hydrate the skin.
6. Organic fuel equals healthy skin
The key to healthy skin is a healthy lifestyle. Follow a nutritious diet and regularly exercise to feel and look young. Eat plenty of organic fruit and vegetables, and these will result in giving you a glow from within and help you get healthy, radiating skin.
7. Beautiful skin and planet
Not only does going organic save your skin it also saves the planet. Organic farming is kinder to wildlife, and means that there is lower pollution from pesticides.