Among the daily millions of things you need to think about, taking care of yourself shouldn’t be something that causes worry or stress. And, like a great hair day or the perfect manicure, it’s just nice to feel good about your daily routine and the products you choose to use.
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You know the basics for a good routine, like not sleeping in your makeup and always moisturising. But do you know what’s in the products you are using and the impact they have on the earth and animals? Well, your routine can have it all with a nature-powered product range that is cruelty-free, paraben-free and vegetarian- or vegan-friendly – products that not only feel great, smell amazing and make you look good, but are kind to the planet too. Sulphate-free gentle shampooing and conditioning formulations infused with coconut and argan oil do just that. Plus, a targeted range of hair masks offers solutions for your specific hair needs. Think a rich strengthening mask and smoothing curl-defining treatment, all enriched with an intense conditioning complex that leaves strands soft, manageable and glossy.
Tip: Skip the conditioner if you’re planning on using a hair mask. It will allow the good stuff to penetrate deeper and work better.
Take care of your skin and hair with extracts from nature
Showers and baths are the ultimate me-time. But long showers and hot water can dry out skin. So how do you get the most out of your soak? Choose carefully, like this Lemon Verbena Foam Bath, which cleanses while you soak (no soap needed) and is enhanced with turmeric and maca root for happier skin. And if you simply want to have some good clean fun, the Peppermint Jelly Soap with its mineral-rich seaweed base makes for a delightfully bath experience that will have you feeling minty fresh. It’s the perfect early-morning skin wake-up.
Tip: Struggling with dull and rough skin? Try adding the Coffee Exfoliating Scrub to your routine to gently exfoliate and soften skin on the back of the arms, elbows, knees and feet.
Did you know that skin is the largest and fastest-growing organ?
As such, keeping it in great condition should be one of your top priorities. Making sure it is properly hydrated improves its own natural barrier function so your skin can do its job better. The velvety Almond Milk & Vanilla Body Butter will intensely nourish very dry skin with its combination of shea butter and marula oil. For something a bit lighter try the Shea Butter & Honey Body Lotion, which is fast-absorbing and infused with oat, apricot and rooibos extracts.
Tip: Body butters are often an excellent choice during the colder months, while a body lotion offers a lighter texture that works perfectly during warmer months.
Gentle is key when it comes to your hands
After all, they work hard and you wash them a lot. The key to effective hand-care is a formulation that is gentle enough to leave your hands cleansed without being harsh. ‘Natural ingredients like yoghurt extract and olive oil help to moisturise and protect with each wash, while the luxe textures of the Shea Butter & Honey Hand Balm absorb instantly, leaving just a hint of its delicious scent. Simply reapply for a little pick-me-up when you need it.
Tip: Always pat your skin dry and apply a generous layer of Almond Milk & Vanilla Hand Cream to damp skin, locking in moisture.
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1. Strengthen your hair
Not only does this mask strengthen your hair, it's gentle on it too
Hair Strengthening Mask 75 ml
The almond milk and vanilla scented hair strengthening mask, is enriched with an intense conditioning complex containing argan oil and provitamin B5 to moisturise and strengthen hair
R49,99 Woolworths SHOP NOW2. Activated curls
Your curls will look incredible with this hair mask
Curl Activator Hair Mask 75 ml
The almond milk and vanilla scented curl activator hair mask, is enriched with an intense conditioning complex containing argan oil and provitamin B5 to moisturise and strengthen hair
R49,99 Woolworths SHOP NOW3. Bath delights
Soak away the stress with this enriching foam bath
Lemon Verbena Foam Bath
This Lemon Verbena Foam Bath is enriched with botanical extracts to enhance your bathing experience with pampering bubbles. Turmeric and maca-root extracts help to keep the skin soft, smooth, pliable and healthy-looking, while it gently cleanses your skin
4. Alternative soap
Have fun with this mineral-rich jelly soap
Peppermint Jelly Soap 100 g
This Peppermint Jelly Soap is a fun alternative to soaps and shower gels. The mineral-rich carrageenan (seaweed) extract forms the base of this lightly scented soap and the cleaning ingredients help to gently cleanse the skin
R79,99 Woolworths SHOP NOW5. Silky smooth
Treat your skin with this decadent body butter
Almond Milk & Vanilla Body Butter 200 ml
This Almond Milk & Vanilla Body Butter is rich and velvety, and infused with a harmonious blend of shea butter, marula oil and the extracts of sunflower seed, coconut, apricot and rooibos, to intensely hydrate skin, leaving it feeling soft and smooth. The creamy aroma of almond milk and vanilla will leave your skin lightly scented
6. Light touch
This body cream is light and effective
Shea Butter & Honey Body Lotion 400 ml
This Shea Butter & Honey Body Lotion is light and fast-absorbing, and is infused with sunflower-seed, oat, coconut, apricot and rooibos extracts. It is carefully formulated to hydrate and leave skin feeling soft and smooth. The decadent aroma of shea butter and honey will leave your skin lightly scented
R62,99 Woolworths SHOP NOW7. Helping hand
Ensure your hands are soft to the touch with this hand cream
Shea Butter & Honey Hand Balm 75 ml
This Shea Butter & Honey Hand Balm has a rich, velvety texture and is infused with yoghurt extract and shea butter to help replenish moisture. The decadent aroma of shea butter and honey will leave your skin lightly scented
R39,99 Woolworths SHOP NOW8. Lock in moisture
Using this on damp hands ensures maximum moisture
Almond Milk & Vanilla Hand Cream 75 ml
This Almond Milk & Vanilla Hand Cream is infused with skin-conditioning yoghurt and honey extracts to help replenish moisture. The aroma of creamy almond milk and vanilla will leave your skin lightly scented
This post is sponsored by Woolworths.
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