Difference between Organic and Natural Skincare
More and more people are choosing to use organic natural skincare products for a myriad of reasons, foremost of which is the demand worldwide for products that are green and organic.
There are a lot of terminologies used in skincare products that it can be quite challenging to understand them. Some of the most common terminologies used to describe skincare products are “organic” and “natural”. These two terms are not synonymous.
A product with natural ingredients means it has a component of plant, animal, or mineral by-products. The word ‘organic’ refers to how ingredients were farmed. The ingredient is called ‘organic’ when it is grown without chemical fertilizers, growth hormones, and toxic pesticides.
A certified organic product comes from a grower that has passed through a stringent process that follows certain regulations, which includes 100% chemical-free ingredients. Organic farms are highly-regulated by various accrediting bodies around the world. The difference between “organic” and “natural” really comes down to strict regulations. The most important thing is to always check the list of ingredients.
Organic, Natural Skincare: Common Misconceptions
Despite being commonly available and used all over the world, there are still some misconceptions about natural skincare. The staggering amount of information can be confusing.
What defines a truly organic natural skincare product? This article aims to correct those common misconceptions and clarify what organic natural skincare is all about.
#1: Natural and organic skincare products are effective.
Yes, many natural skincare products have been proven effective. The effectiveness of natural and organic skincare products come from its ingredients which contain high concentrations of antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals. The consistent use of skincare that contains natural ingredients will have a noticeable difference in your appearance. However, if a skincare product sounds too good to be true, it probably is. Skin damage and signs of aging do not happen overnight, nor does skin restoration.
#2: Natural and organic skincare products have pure ingredients.
Organic products are usually pure and its raw ingredients have an abundant, consistent supply. Excellent organic products bring value to the user because a little goes a long way per use. Skincare products found in drugstores and superstores usually have watered-down ingredients. Organically-certified skincare usually has unadulterated and safe ingredients.
#3 Do-it-Yourself Masks and Lotions do not work the same as Organic Products
Many recipes for natural DIY treatments are available online. While these treatments are not harmful in any way, they do not really compare to the formulation found in organic skincare. Most often than not, the active ingredients are extracted from plant parts that are a little hard to produce. For instance, jojoba oil, a plant-based product with great skin benefits, cannot be found on any kitchen pantry.
With a host of skincare products claiming that they specialize in organic beauty, it is important to know exactly what you are putting in your body and whether the product truly contains all-natural ingredients.
