Eco-Friendly Skincare: Boots Botanics Organic
I’ve recently tried some organic/eco beauty products called Boots Botanics Organic. The UK’s most trusted health and beauty brands Boots is recently being introduced to the US. I thought I would share the word on how wonderful they are.
Part of my regular routine after a shower is to lather up with body lotion (as most girls do) and I’m always searching for the latest cream on the market that can make my skin softer than the last. I usually don’t buy designer creams at makeup counters due to high cost(especially ones that claim to be organic), but I did come across some great stuff that is very affordable and happens to be really great quality. The best part about it is it’s all organic made from real plant extract. Also the containers and packaging are all made out of recyclable materials to help you reduce your impact on the environment by making your beauty routine eco-friendly.
Boots Botanics Organics has a wide range of organic beauty products from eye creams to get rid of dark circles and puffy eyes to body oils,creams and even makeup. Pretty much anything a girl needs to pamper her face and body. But don’t worry boys, their are some products available for you as well. The facial smoothing polish is made from almond oil and leaves my face baby soft.And the chap stick is made with olive oil moisturizers which works great and looks like a light gloss. I absolutely love the results after using it for just one week. The body cream smells refreshing and definitely helps with dry skin and it comes out feeling soft and silky. I will definitely be making some changes by purchasing more organic beauty products in the future. This is good news for my mom because she is all for Living Green and purchasing green. After I told my mom about Botanics Organic she is really excited to try it. Here are some details of the products I’ve tried:
Organic Face Lip Balm is 95% certified organic and comes in a 100% recyclable package.It is made with a rich balm that keeps your lips moisturized all day long. It contains Shea Butter to nourish and condition and Olive oil to moisturize. The rich butter from the Shea or karite nut is widely used in West Africa both for cooking and skin care. The nuts are gathered and the butter produced by local women who value it for nourishing and conditioning the skin and hair. It feels great on your lips and keeps them smooth and soft. A great value at $6.99.
The Organic Bathing Rich Body Butter is 81% certified organic and contains murumuru butter which is extracted from the seeds of the tropical palm. It is a rich emollient that moisturizes and softens. Murumuru butter is extracted by cold-pressing from the seeds of the murumuru tree, which grows in Brazil. It is anti-inflammatory, protective, emollient, high in oleic & linoleic acids, and vitamin A. This cream works wonders on dry skin and has a pleasant “earthy” aroma to it. A great value at $13.99.
The Organic Face Rosewater Toner is 100% certified organic and is used to gently remove makeup and leaves your skin smooth and silky. It is derived from the damask rose that has been used for centuries as a toner and cleanser, particularly for fair to dry skin. Its gentle action leaves skin toned and refreshed. A great value at $7.99.
Face Hydrating Day Cream is 85% certified organic and is made from almond oil nourishes and is known to improve complexion and retain a glow. This is a wonderful face cream to use daily. A great value at $12.99.
Smoothing Face Polish is 87% certified organic and is a gentle exfoliating face scrub that you can use every day to remove impurities and dead skin cells. It contains cranberry and capuacu to smooth, soften, and nourish with almond oil. This works great if you use right before the day cream. It smells very “planty” and light. I particularly love this to help smooth away blackheads and remove oils. A great value at $8.99.
Your skin is the biggest organ on your body and using only organic cosmetics could be just another step towards living greener and healthier. Its important to take into consideration what we put in our bodies and on the outside as well. The powers of plants are evident when you try this line. All Botanics Organic Products are now being sold in Target store nationwide and online. You cant beat the prices and I can guarantee you will never go back to anything else once you try them.
Angie Tarantino is a contributor and part founder of The Environmental Blog. She covers animal rights, green tips and general green news topics She lives in the San Francisco Bay Area in California.
