OUR HERO INGREDIENTS
LAVANDULA (LAVENDER)
Lavender is a genus of the species of flowering plants in the mint family, Lamiaceae. Its name derives from the Latin lavare = to wash; it has been used for medicinal, culinary and cosmetic purposes for millennia.
Lavender is calming and balancing. Its oil is believed to have antiseptic and anti-inflammatory properties, making it a useful ingredient in skincare to help heal minor skin conditions, heal minor burns and insect bites.
Research shows that lavender may be useful for treating anxiety, insomnia, depression and restlessness.
OUR HERO INGREDIENTS
ROSMARINUS (ROSEMARY)
Rosemary is a rich source of antioxidants and anti-inflammatory compounds which are thought to boost the immune system and improve blood circulation; it is also a good source of iron, calcium and vitamin B.
Possible health benefits of Rosemary include improved concentration and digestion and the aroma from Rosemary can improve a person’s concentration, performance, speed and accuracy and, to a lesser extent, their mood*
*according to research in Therapeutic Advances in Psychopharmacology
OUR VALUES & PRINCIPLES
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All our products use 100% natural ingredients
We do not use any synthetic ingredients in our products, giving you optimal levels of freshness and efficacy. All our skincare is palm oil free, paraben free, silicone & microbead free, so is animal & planet friendly. Our zero water content allows us to create high quality skincare safely without using preservatives, stabilizers and emulsifiers, making them chemical free.
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Our product packaging is reusable, refillable and recyclable
Our aim is to reduce packaging waste by ensuring that you can keep reusing your jars, tins, bottles and sprays, giving you the reassurance you are supporting an eco-friendly business. We also give discounts to you when you reuse your jars to help make our products affordable. We use zero-emission pedal-powered transport for all local deliveries where practical.
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We use only 100% essential (plant based) oils
The Essential Oils we use are 100% pure, plant based and vegan. They have not been processed, diluted or manipulated in any way with solvents or other additives.
They therefore have aromatherapy health benefits that synthetic fragrance oils do not provide.
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Our ingredients are organic (their production does not use artificial chemicals)
This means there are no harmful chemicals used in the production of our ingredients and our products are better for sensitive skin. The natural compounds are more nourishing for the skin, we are supporting a healthy global ecosystem through organic farming methods and we are cruelty free.
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We are a plastic free* business
Our product packaging is plastic free. 67% of all UK household plastic waste comes from packaging and this is where we can make a positive change through changing our lifestyle habits.
We strive to source our ingredients from suppliers who deliver ingredients to us in plastic free packaging and paper packing tape.
OUR SKINCARE MISSION
“I have realised (later than I should have!) that we have been duped by large retailers and their marketing campaigns, driven by the need to deliver profit to shareholders, into believing that we need to invest in a whole load of complex, plastic-packaged, synthetic-based skincare products in order to combat ageing and other skin afflictions. I found that I was buying and using expensive products that were stripping my skin of its natural oils, and then applying other equally expensive products to replace those oils with a synthetic version …
… there is another way! We can lock in our skin’s natural oils by keeping it hydrated and using only gentle, plant-based ingredients. We can achieve a radiant, natural looking appearance and smooth, supple skintone through using simple, naturally occurring oils, butters and waxes, and avoiding harsh chemicals, additives, preservatives, palm oil derivatives and parabens.
We are all unique and beautiful, across all our ages, genders and skintypes, and we want to celebrate this! Below is a short summary of the core ingredients we use and why they are important for our skin.
If you are looking for a miracle anti-ageing treatment, our products are not for you. If you are looking for a simple, easy skincare regime that helps restore your skin’s natural balance, then read on to find out how our ingredients help us achieve our mission!”
Clare Swift
Founder
NATURAL
Our range of handmade skincare products and candles are formulated to use only natural oils, butters and waxes.
VALUE FOR MONEY
We do not dilute our ingredients which means a little goes a long way (giving you value for money) and we don’t need to include preservatives to prevent bacterial growth (a requirement in recipes that dilute their ingredients using water)
FREE FROM
All our products are Palm Free, SLS Free, Paraben Free, and Synthetic fragrance free.
REDUCING WASTE
Recycling to reduce waste is really important to us. We ask our customers to keep their empty and used CL&RE jars and tins, and contact us for refill information and pricing.
REDUCE EMISSIONS
Our principle is to use only recyclable plastic free* packaging, making new boxes and packing materials out of old. In June 2020 we pledged to do all our local deliveries by pedal power where possible, to reduce emissions and do our bit to reduce the number of short local journeys done in cars.
*where no plastic free options are available, we source recyclable plastic that is always reusable. The only product this applies to is the pulse point roller balls, where the housing around the stainless steel roller ball requires plastic.
