A new report by Ecovia Intelligence shows that sales revenues in the natural and organic personal care market have risen by nearly 30% since 2012, with hair care products being the most popular, with a 5% market share of total hair care products. However, growth is now slowing due to the uncertain political and economic […]
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SheaByNature launches Sheaqueous cream
Natural ethical skincare brand SheaByNature has created Sheaqueous cream as a natural alternative to aqueous creams. Suitable for the entire family, the product combines shea butter, aloe vera and almond oil to create a gentle and soothing daily moisturizer for all ages and skin conditions, including dry, itchy skin, eczema and dermatitis. The cream aims […]
Nakin unveils anti-ageing skincare line
British brand Nakin has created a range of natural anti-ageing skincare products using what it calls cutting-edge dermal science combined with advanced natural formulations. Using natural anti-ageing ingredients including hibiscus, pomegranate and hyaluronic acid, the eight-strong range is cruelty-free and formulated using no parabens, SLS, petrochemicals, artificial fragrance or colour, PEGs or propylene and glycol. […]
AA Skincare gets into good condition
AA Skincare’s latest addition is a range of five, plant-inspired natural conditioners featuring holistic, Ayurvedic herb powders designed to boost hair health. The conditioners combine essential oils and natural extracts with healing herb powders, such as rejuvenating brahmi to thicken hair, vitamin C rich alma to strengthen roots, conditioning bhringraj to encourage hair growth, and […]
Birkenstock wrong-foots beauty world with natural cosmetics range launch
The German footwear company Birkenstock – famous for its iconic cork sandals – used this week’s Vivaness exhibition to preview a comprehensive new range of natural cosmetic products. The trade launch of the Birkenstock Natural Care range, which marks a major departure for the company, caught the natural beauty world by surprise. “The reaction from many people […]
Dying for a change?
Saach Organics has introduced a 100% natural colour system, with ingredients derived from plants and minerals and no active chemicals. The semi-permanent hair colours are available in Soft Black, Rose Brown, Dark Brown, Medium Brown, Light Brown and Blonde and are hand-blended in small batches. The easy-to-use colourants include gloves, a hair cap and applicator […]
Video interview: Jayn Sterland
Natural beauty: The shock of the not new The beauty industry is in a state of perpetual reinvention, the need for constant innovation and ‘newness’ unquestioned. To some extent that’s true for the natural and organic beauty sector too. But just how sustainable is that relentless quest for the new? Not very, according to Jayn […]
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 […]
Eve & Rose brings natural pregnancy skincare offer to UK
New to the UK is Eve & Rose, a range of luxurious, pregnancy-safe beauty products produced in France to meet the needs of pregnant women and new mothers. Founded by Bérengère Tissot-Favre – who developed the brand after having difficulty finding non-synthetic skincare products that met her expectations during her first pregnancy – the three-strong […]
Fresh faced award winners
Winners of the 2016 Beauty Shortlist Awards have been announced, with a raft of both new and experienced brand names and products on the list. The coveted Best Baby Brand UK went to stalwart Green People, while Best Eco-Friendly Baby Brand was a joint win for both Weleda and Neal’s Yard Remedies. A new launch […]

