{"title":"New In","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"shine-rosemary-argan-hair-oil","title":"Shine — Rosemary \u0026 Argan Hair Oil for Sensitive Scalps","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA silky nourishing hair oil for sensitive scalps. With rosemary and argan oil.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor hair that has had enough, and scalps that let you know about it. Concentrated, cold-pressed, and light enough that it absorbs rather than coating.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat it does\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConditions dry, brittle hair and helps reduce breakage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTames frizz and brings shine back to hair that has gone dull.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMoisturises a dry, tight scalp.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAbsorbs rather than coating, so hair keeps its movement.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is in it, and why I chose it\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRosemary.\u003c\/strong\u003e One of the most studied botanicals in hair care, and the reason this oil exists in the form it does.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eArgan oil.\u003c\/strong\u003e For its vitamin E and essential fatty acid content, which is what makes the difference to how dry hair behaves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJojoba.\u003c\/strong\u003e Structurally close to the skin's own sebum, so it conditions the scalp without sitting heavy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCastor and avocado oil.\u003c\/strong\u003e The weight in the blend — what makes it a treatment rather than a finishing oil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eNature provides the idea. I add the science.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003csmall\u003eThese notes explain why each ingredient was selected. They are not claims about what the finished oil will do.\u003c\/small\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDirections\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAs a pre-wash oil:\u003c\/strong\u003e massage a few drops into the scalp and through the lengths, leave for thirty minutes, then shampoo.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAs an overnight mask:\u003c\/strong\u003e the same, on a towel-covered pillow, rinsed out in the morning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDay to day:\u003c\/strong\u003e two or three drops through damp mid-lengths and ends to tame frizz and add shine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExternal use only. Avoid eye contact. Always do a patch test first. Discontinue use if irritation occurs. Keep out of reach of children. Use within 6 months of opening.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIngredients\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSimmondsia Chinensis seed oil*, Argania Spinosa kernel oil*, Caprylic\/Capric Triglyceride*, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis oil, Vitis Vinifera seed oil*, Persea Gratissima oil*, Ricinus Communis seed oil*, Crambe Abyssinica seed oil, Rosmarinus Officinalis leaf oil*, Cedrus Atlantica bark oil*, Eugenia Caryophyllus bud oil*, Salvia Officinalis oil*, Eugenol**, Limonene**, Linalol**.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003csmall\u003e*Organic  **Naturally occurring in essential oils\u003c\/small\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhen not to use it\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you are losing hair suddenly or in patches, please see your GP. This is a cosmetic hair oil: it conditions hair and moisturises the scalp. It is not a treatment for hair loss and it is not a substitute for medical care.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy trust it\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho formulated this.\u003c\/strong\u003e Hana Maatugh, a Specialist Biomedical Scientist on the Health and Care Professions Council register, the statutory regulator for the profession in the UK. Twenty years in NHS cellular pathology, across histology, cytopathology and molecular diagnostics. Specialist grade is awarded on assessed practice, not on a certificate alone. MSc in molecular biology. Higher Specialist Diploma in cellular pathology. Associate Member of the Royal Society of Chemistry. \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/credentials\"\u003eFull credentials, and how to check them on the public register\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCold-pressed, small batch, made in West Yorkshire. Cruelty free. Suitable for vegetarians. No mineral oil, no silicones, no petroleum derivatives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e30ml (e) \/ 1 fl oz. Free UK delivery over £50. Small batch, made to order. Questions? Email hana@bornofnecessity.co.uk and I will answer personally.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Born of Necessity ","offers":[{"title":"30ml","offer_id":51803599995219,"sku":"BON-SHINE-30","price":30.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0914\/1456\/1107\/files\/hairoil.jpg?v=1757081581"},{"product_id":"groom-beard-oil-sensitive-skin","title":"Groom — Beard Oil for Sensitive Skin","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA lightweight beard oil that softens beard hair and nourishes the skin beneath. With broccoli and tomato seed oils.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBeard oils condition the hair and ignore the skin underneath. Face oils do the opposite. Groom does both.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat it does\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSoftens coarse beard hair and makes it easier to manage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNourishes the skin beneath, where the dryness and tightness actually start.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAbsorbs completely, without residue or shine.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLeaves skin feeling comfortable after shaving.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is in it, and why I chose it\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBroccoli seed oil.\u003c\/strong\u003e Naturally high in erucic acid, which gives a silicone-like slip without the silicone. It is why this softens a beard the way it does.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTomato seed oil.\u003c\/strong\u003e Light, high in linoleic acid, and a good match for skin that gets congested under a beard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJojoba.\u003c\/strong\u003e Structurally close to the skin's own sebum, so it conditions without clogging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlack seed and coffee oils.\u003c\/strong\u003e Two of the more interesting botanicals in the blend, both chosen for their fatty acid profiles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eNature provides the idea. I add the science.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003csmall\u003eThese notes explain why each ingredient was selected. They are not claims about what the finished oil will do.\u003c\/small\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDirections\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eApply 3–4 drops and rub through beard, hair and skin. For better results use daily. External use only. Avoid eye contact. Always do a patch test first. Discontinue use if irritation occurs. Keep out of reach of children. Use within 6 months of opening.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIngredients\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSimmondsia Chinensis seed oil*, Vitis Vinifera seed oil, Coffea Arabica seed oil, Solanum Lycopersicum seed oil, Brassica Oleracea Italica seed oil, Camelina Sativa seed oil, Argania Spinosa kernel oil*, Helianthus Annuus seed oil, Nigella Sativa seed oil, Crambe Abyssinica seed oil, Rosa Canina seed oil, Calendula Officinalis flower extract, Tocopherol, Cedrus Atlantica bark oil, Citrus Aurantium Bergamia fruit oil, Lavandula Angustifolia oil, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis peel oil, Calendula Officinalis flower oil, Limonene**, Linalol**, Citral**, Coumarin**, Geraniol**.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003csmall\u003e*Organic  **Naturally occurring in essential oils\u003c\/small\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWho it suits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMen with dry or sensitive skin under a beard.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnyone who reacts to fragranced grooming products.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShort stubble through to a full beard — the only difference is how many drops.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlso suitable for people who may be prone to eczema or dermatitis.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy trust it\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho formulated this.\u003c\/strong\u003e Hana Maatugh, a Specialist Biomedical Scientist on the Health and Care Professions Council register, the statutory regulator for the profession in the UK. Twenty years in NHS cellular pathology, across histology, cytopathology and molecular diagnostics. Specialist grade is awarded on assessed practice, not on a certificate alone. MSc in molecular biology. Higher Specialist Diploma in cellular pathology. Associate Member of the Royal Society of Chemistry. \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/credentials\"\u003eFull credentials, and how to check them on the public register\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCold-pressed, small batch, made in West Yorkshire. Cruelty free. Suitable for vegetarians. No mineral oil, no synthetic fragrance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e30ml (e) \/ 1 fl oz. Free UK delivery over £50. Small batch, made to order. Questions? Email hana@bornofnecessity.co.uk and I will answer personally.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Born of Necessity ","offers":[{"title":"30ml","offer_id":51803522695507,"sku":"BON-GROOM-30","price":32.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0914\/1456\/1107\/files\/beard-oil.jpg?v=1757108840"},{"product_id":"polish-mineral-body-scrub-wash","title":"Polish — 4-in-1 Mineral Body Scrub \u0026 Wash","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA 4-in-1 mineral scrub that exfoliates, cleanses, nourishes and leaves skin magnesium-enriched. With lavender, geranium and babassu oil.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExfoliate and cleanse in one step, at the end of a long day. Sugar crystals that dissolve as you work, magnesium salts, and enough oil in the base that you do not come out of the shower squeaking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat it does\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExfoliates gently with natural sucrose crystals, which dissolve as you massage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCleanses with plant-derived surfactants rather than harsh detergents.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNourishes with babassu oil, so skin feels smooth rather than stripped.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLeaves skin magnesium-enriched.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is in it, and why I chose it\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSucrose crystals.\u003c\/strong\u003e They dissolve as you massage, so the exfoliation eases off rather than staying abrasive. No microplastics, ever.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMagnesium chloride.\u003c\/strong\u003e A mineral salt, used here for the character it gives the wash and the mineral-rich feel it leaves behind.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrganic babassu oil.\u003c\/strong\u003e Light, absorbs quickly, and stops the wash from being drying.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSodium cocoyl isethionate, lauryl glucoside and coco-glucoside.\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant-derived cleansers. Mild, and they lather without sulphates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eNature provides the idea. I add the science.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003csmall\u003eThese notes explain why each ingredient was selected. They are not claims about what the finished wash will do.\u003c\/small\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTwo scents\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLavender \u0026amp; Geranium\u003c\/strong\u003e — with bergamot and cedarwood. \u003cstrong\u003eWoodsage \u0026amp; Seasalt\u003c\/strong\u003e — sharper, cleaner, closer to sea air.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is the one product in the range that is scented. If your skin reacts to fragrance of any kind, choose Calm or Restore instead. I would rather tell you here than have you find out in the shower. \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/fragrance-and-allergens\"\u003eHow we handle fragrance and allergens\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDirections\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpread lightly and evenly over damp skin and massage gently in circular motions to polish with the fine crystals. Rinse well with warm water. Two or three times a week is plenty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvoid eye contact. Always do a patch test first. Keep out of reach of children. Use within 6 months of opening. Store in a cool, dry place.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIngredients — Lavender \u0026amp; Geranium\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSucrose, Glycerin*, Magnesium Chloride, Orbignya Oleifera seed oil, Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate, Lauryl Glucoside, Coco-Glucoside, Aqua, Tocopherol, Helianthus Annuus seed oil, Lavandula Angustifolia oil*, Citrus Aurantium Bergamia fruit oil*, Cedrus Atlantica bark oil, Citrus Limon peel oil, Pelargonium Graveolens flower oil, Limonene**, Linalol**, Geraniol**, Citral**, Coumarin**, Eugenol**, Benzyl Salicylate**, Benzyl Benzoate**.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003csmall\u003e*Organic  **Naturally occurring in essential oils\u003c\/small\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIngredients — Woodsage \u0026amp; Seasalt\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSucrose, Glycerin*, Magnesium Chloride, Orbignya Oleifera seed oil, Aqua, Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate, Lauryl Glucoside, Decyl Glucoside, Parfum, Tocopherol, Helianthus Annuus seed oil, Benzyl Benzoate, Hydroxycitronellal, Linalol, Citronellol, Hexyl Cinnamal, Alpha-Isomethylionone, Coumarin, Geraniol, Citral, Isoeugenol.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003csmall\u003e*Organic\u003c\/small\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy trust it\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho formulated this.\u003c\/strong\u003e Hana Maatugh, a Specialist Biomedical Scientist on the Health and Care Professions Council register, the statutory regulator for the profession in the UK. Twenty years in NHS cellular pathology, across histology, cytopathology and molecular diagnostics. Specialist grade is awarded on assessed practice, not on a certificate alone. MSc in molecular biology. Higher Specialist Diploma in cellular pathology. Associate Member of the Royal Society of Chemistry. \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/credentials\"\u003eFull credentials, and how to check them on the public register\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMade in small batches in West Yorkshire. Cruelty free. No sulphates, no microplastics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e200g (e). Free UK delivery over £50. Small batch, made to order. Questions? Email hana@bornofnecessity.co.uk and I will answer personally.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Born of Necessity ","offers":[{"title":"Lavander \u0026 Geranium 200ml","offer_id":51802234585427,"sku":"BON-POLISH-LG-200","price":38.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Woodsage \u0026 Seasalt 200ml","offer_id":51802234618195,"sku":"BON-POLISH-WS-200","price":38.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0914\/1456\/1107\/files\/Sept25_1of157_copy.jpg?v=1757106658"},{"product_id":"renew-bakuchiol-face-serum-blue-tansy","title":"Renew — Bakuchiol Face Serum with Blue Tansy","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYou were told retinol was the answer. Then you tried it, spent a fortnight red and flaking, and quietly decided that smoother skin was something other people get to have.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIt was not you. Retinol asks a lot of a skin barrier that is already struggling, and if your barrier is compromised, it has nothing left to give. Renew is the version of that idea for skin that cannot take the original.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBakuchiol is the most researched botanical alternative to retinol. It is not identical, and I will not pretend it is. What it is, is tolerated. And a gentler active you actually keep using for twelve weeks will do more for your skin than a stronger one you abandon after five days.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat it does\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmooths the look of fine lines and uneven texture.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrightens a dull complexion and improves the look of tone.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHelps reduce the look of redness.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAbsorbs rather than sitting on the surface.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe part I would usually not bother mentioning\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI dose every active at the level the research supports for that specific ingredient, not at a flat two or three per cent across the board because it is easier to formulate that way. It sounds like a technicality. It is the difference between an ingredient being in a product and an ingredient doing something in a product.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe second thing: there is no water in this serum. Not a drop. No water means nothing for bacteria to grow in, which means no preservative system, which means one less thing for a reactive face to argue with. It also means every millilitre in the bottle is active. You are not paying £58 for water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is bottled in Miron violet glass because visible light degrades botanical actives, and I would rather protect them with glass than with a stabiliser.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow it feels, and how long it lasts\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eApply 3 to 4 drops onto clean, dry skin. Press and massage upwards. Morning and evening.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt goes on silky, with a rounded, grounding scent. It is a rich oil, but it absorbs quickly and does not leave your face feeling oily. What it leaves behind is the glow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt sits under makeup, and a number of my customers with very reactive skin now wear it that way on purpose. If makeup is something your skin usually argues with, this is worth trying as a base.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt 3 to 4 drops twice a day, a 30ml bottle lasts about six weeks. Worth saying that it is doing two jobs while it does it, because this replaces both a serum and a facial oil rather than sitting alongside one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGive it eight to twelve weeks. Skin cells turn over roughly every four weeks and texture takes longer than that. If someone promises you a different face by Friday, they are selling you something.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlways patch test first. Discontinue use if irritation occurs. Avoid eye contact. Keep out of reach of children. Use within 6 months of opening. Store in a cool, dry place.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is in it, and why I chose it\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBakuchiol\u003c\/strong\u003e (Psoralea Corylifolia), from the babchi plant. The most researched botanical alternative to retinol, and far better tolerated.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlue tansy.\u003c\/strong\u003e For its azulene content, which is where the deep blue colour comes from.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRosehip, marula, baobab, Abyssinian, grapeseed and jojoba.\u003c\/strong\u003e Chosen for the balance of their fatty acid profiles rather than for how they read on a label. Jojoba sits close to the skin's own sebum, so the blend absorbs instead of coating.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSqualane.\u003c\/strong\u003e Light, stable, and one of the best tolerated emollients there is.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eNature provides the idea. I add the science.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003csmall\u003eThese notes explain why each ingredient was selected. They are not claims about what the finished serum will do.\u003c\/small\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eA note on scent\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo perfume is added to this serum. The scent is the botanical oils themselves, and the fragrance allergens they naturally contain are named at the end of the ingredient list below. \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/fragrance-and-allergens\"\u003eHow we handle fragrance and allergens\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWho it is for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSensitive skin that has never got on with retinol.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMature skin looking for something gentler than an acid or a retinoid.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnyone who wants one product doing the work of a serum and a facial oil.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlso suitable for people who may be prone to eczema, dermatitis or rosacea.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho it is not for.\u003c\/strong\u003e If your skin is congested and oil serums break you out, this is not your product. Start with Purify and speak to me before you spend £58.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eBuy it with Nourish\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRenew gets in. Nourish keeps it there. A serum this light absorbs quickly, which is exactly what you want, but on dry or mature skin it needs something over the top to stop the water underneath evaporating off overnight. That is the whole job of a balm, and it is why these two are the pair my customers buy together more than any other.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003ca href=\"\/products\/glow-duo-renew-nourish-serum-balm-set\"\u003eGlow Duo\u003c\/a\u003e is both for £94 instead of £113.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003ca href=\"\/products\/complete-face-routine-sensitive-skin-set\"\u003eComplete Face Routine\u003c\/a\u003e adds Purify and Protect for £146 instead of £183.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eQuestions people ask\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs bakuchiol really as good as retinol?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo, and anyone telling you it is has something to sell. Retinol is stronger. Bakuchiol is tolerated. If your skin can use retinol, use retinol. If it cannot, or if you have tried three times and given up three times, bakuchiol is a real option with real research behind it rather than a consolation prize.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill it break me out?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt is an oil serum, so it is not for everyone with congested skin. Patch test, and start every other night.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I use it with vitamin C or acids?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes, though not all in the same layer. Acids in the morning, this at night, is the simplest way round it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow long before I see anything?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEight to twelve weeks for texture. Some people notice their skin feels less tight within the first week, but that is the oils, not the bakuchiol.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it safe in pregnancy?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBakuchiol is not retinol and does not carry retinol's pregnancy restrictions. That said, I am a scientist and not your midwife. Check with them first.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I use it around my eyes?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes, gently, on the orbital bone rather than the lid. Avoid getting it in the eye itself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIngredients\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSimmondsia Chinensis seed oil*, Vitis Vinifera seed oil, Rosa Canina seed oil, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis oil, Squalane, Crambe Abyssinica seed oil, Sclerocarya Birrea seed oil, Adansonia Digitata seed oil, Psoralea Corylifolia seed oil, Tocopherol, Helianthus Annuus seed oil, Cananga Odorata flower oil, Boswellia Carterii oil, Tanacetum Annuum flower oil, Commiphora Myrrha oil, Santalum Spicatum wood oil, Copaifera Officinalis resin oil, Farnesol**, Limonene**, Benzyl Salicylate**, Linalol**, Benzyl Benzoate**, Eugenol**, Geraniol**, Isoeugenol**.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003csmall\u003e*Organic  **Naturally occurring in essential oils\u003c\/small\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy trust it\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho formulated this.\u003c\/strong\u003e Hana Maatugh, a Specialist Biomedical Scientist on the Health and Care Professions Council register, the statutory regulator for the profession in the UK. Twenty years in NHS cellular pathology, across histology, cytopathology and molecular diagnostics. Specialist grade is awarded on assessed practice, not on a certificate alone. MSc in molecular biology. Higher Specialist Diploma in cellular pathology. Associate Member of the Royal Society of Chemistry. \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/credentials\"\u003eFull credentials, and how to check them on the public register\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI source the plant actives direct from specialist European suppliers rather than through a broker, which is slower, more expensive, and the only way I can see what I am actually buying. Made in small batches in West Yorkshire. Cruelty free. Suitable for vegetarians.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e30ml (e) \/ 1 fl oz. Free UK delivery over £50. Small batch, made to order. Questions? Email hana@bornofnecessity.co.uk and I will answer personally.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Born of Necessity ","offers":[{"title":"30ml","offer_id":51801849200979,"sku":"BON-RENEW-30","price":58.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0914\/1456\/1107\/files\/clear-glow-oil-serum_e26583ce-5f8f-4cd5-afb6-6c6488208c9c.jpg?v=1763753055"},{"product_id":"calm-soothing-barrier-balm-blue-chamomile","title":"Calm — Soothing Barrier Balm with Blue Chamomile","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA deeply soothing balm that calms dry, reactive and easily-irritated skin. With blue chamomile, ucuuba butter, sea buckthorn and tamanu oil.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMade for skin that never quite settles — tight after washing, warm when the weather turns, uncomfortable for reasons that are never quite obvious. Waterless, so there is nothing in it to evaporate off. No added perfume. No preservatives. No endocrine disruptors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat it does\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHydrates deeply and keeps skin feeling comfortable through the day.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHelps limit moisture loss from the surface of the skin.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSoftens the dryness, tightness and rough texture that come with very dry skin.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHelps reduce the look of redness on reactive skin.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSizes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e10ml — £12.\u003c\/strong\u003e The trial size. Enough to patch test properly and then use it long enough to know. Also the one that fits in hand luggage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e50ml — £40.\u003c\/strong\u003e The everyday size.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e100ml — £60.\u003c\/strong\u003e For whole-body use, or if you already know this is the one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNew to Born of Necessity? The \u003ca href=\"\/products\/starter-duo-calm-restore-barrier-balm-minis\"\u003eStarter Duo\u003c\/a\u003e gives you Calm and Restore in 10ml for £18.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow your skin barrier works\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThink of the outer layer of your skin as a brick wall. The cells are the bricks. The fats between them are the mortar. When the mortar runs thin, water escapes more easily and the surface starts to feel tight, rough and reactive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCalm is built around that mortar. It is anhydrous — no water in the formula at all — so what you put on stays where you put it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is in it, and why I chose it\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlue chamomile.\u003c\/strong\u003e Its alpha-bisabolol is one of the most studied botanical soothing ingredients there is. It is also where the colour comes from.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUcuuba butter.\u003c\/strong\u003e A rich Amazonian butter, high in myristic acid. It sits on the surface and slows the rate water leaves the skin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSea buckthorn.\u003c\/strong\u003e One of the very few plant oils containing palmitoleic acid, a fatty acid also found in human skin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTamanu oil.\u003c\/strong\u003e Traditionally used across the Pacific on dry and weathered skin. Chosen for its fatty acid profile and its long history of topical use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eNature provides the idea. I add the science.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003csmall\u003eThese notes explain why each ingredient was selected. They are not claims about what the finished balm will do.\u003c\/small\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDirections\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGently massage a small amount onto clean, dry skin, focusing on areas needing relief. Use as needed for hydration, repair and soothing comfort.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvoid eye contact. Always do a patch test first. Keep out of reach of children. Use within 6 months of opening. Store in a cool, dry place.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIngredients\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVirola Surinamensis seed butter, Butyrospermum Parkii butter*, Carthamus Tinctorius seed oil, Calophyllum Inophyllum seed oil*, Maranta Arundinacea root powder*, Zinc Oxide (non-nano), Hippophae Rhamnoides seed oil, Chamomilla Recutita flower oil, Tocopherol, Helianthus Annuus seed oil, Farnesol**, Limonene**.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003csmall\u003e*Organic  **Naturally occurring in essential oils\u003c\/small\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWho it suits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdults and children with very dry, sensitive or easily upset skin.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSkin that has become fragile and needs a short ingredient list.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnyone who wants to be able to read every word on the label.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlso suitable for people who may be prone to eczema, psoriasis or dermatitis.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhen not to use it\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf your skin is broken, weeping, bleeding or looks infected, please see your GP. This is a cosmetic product. It is not a medicine and it is not a substitute for medical care.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCalm or Restore?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCalm is the lighter of the two, for everyday use on skin that reacts. Restore is the heavier one, for the driest patches and for overnight. Calm in the morning, Restore before bed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMost people end up with both, which is why there is a set. The \u003ca href=\"\/products\/barrier-duo-calm-restore-balm-set\"\u003eBarrier Duo\u003c\/a\u003e is both balms in 50ml for £60 instead of £72. The \u003ca href=\"\/products\/starter-duo-calm-restore-barrier-balm-minis\"\u003eStarter Duo\u003c\/a\u003e is both in 10ml for £18.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy trust it\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho formulated this.\u003c\/strong\u003e Hana Maatugh, a Specialist Biomedical Scientist on the Health and Care Professions Council register, the statutory regulator for the profession in the UK. Twenty years in NHS cellular pathology, across histology, cytopathology and molecular diagnostics. Specialist grade is awarded on assessed practice, not on a certificate alone. MSc in molecular biology. Higher Specialist Diploma in cellular pathology. Associate Member of the Royal Society of Chemistry. \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/credentials\"\u003eFull credentials, and how to check them on the public register\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMade in small batches in West Yorkshire. Cruelty free. Suitable for vegetarians. Gentle on skin. Recyclable packaging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eComfortable skin is a need, not a want.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFree UK delivery over £50. Small batch, made to order. Questions? Email hana@bornofnecessity.co.uk and I will answer personally.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"BORN OF NECESSITY","offers":[{"title":"10ml","offer_id":54682070712659,"sku":"BON-CALM-10","price":12.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"50ml","offer_id":51801380880723,"sku":"BON-CALM-50","price":40.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"100ml","offer_id":51801380913491,"sku":"BON-CALM-100","price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0914\/1456\/1107\/files\/healing_cream_for_eczema_psoriasis_with_chamomile.jpg?v=1758745179"},{"product_id":"purify-turmeric-black-soap-face-wash","title":"Purify — Turmeric \u0026 Black Soap Face Wash for Sensitive Skin","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA gentle, deeply cleansing face wash that smooths and refreshes sensitive skin. With turmeric and black soap.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCleansing should not leave you counting the minutes until you can put something back on. Purify removes the day properly and leaves skin feeling comfortable rather than squeaky.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy black soap\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfrican black soap is the part doing the work here, and it is worth understanding why.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is made in West Africa the old way: plantain skins, cocoa pods and palm leaves are burned to ash, and that ash is what saponifies the oils. Most soap uses a manufactured alkali. This one uses a plant one, and the ash carries its own minerals through into the finished bar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat that gives you is a cleanser that is genuinely thorough without the harshness you would normally have to accept for it. That combination is rare, and it is the reason this formula is built around black soap rather than a synthetic surfactant blend.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe problem with most cleansers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSkin has a slightly acidic surface, and a lot of cleansers do not respect it. You get the squeaky-clean feeling, then the tightness, then twenty minutes later skin producing more oil to compensate. That is not clean. That is stripped.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo SLS here, no synthetic fragrance, no aggressive detergents.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat it does\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemoves dirt, make-up and the day's pollution without stripping.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLeaves skin feeling soft, smooth and refreshed, not tight.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDoubles as a ten-minute mask when skin needs more.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRinses clean without residue.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is in it, and why I chose it\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAfrican black soap.\u003c\/strong\u003e The cleansing base, and the reason this works. Plant-ash saponified, traditionally made, and thorough without being harsh.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTurmeric.\u003c\/strong\u003e Its curcumin content is among the most studied botanical compounds there is, and it is why this wash is the colour it is.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShea butter.\u003c\/strong\u003e It is what stops a cleanser this thorough from being drying.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBisabolol, calendula and myrrh.\u003c\/strong\u003e Three of the best-tolerated botanicals for skin that reacts, which is exactly why they belong in something used every day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eNature provides the idea. I add the science.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003csmall\u003eThese notes explain why each ingredient was selected. They are not claims about what the finished wash will do.\u003c\/small\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDirections\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTake a pea-sized amount in the palm of your hands. Activate with a few drops of water and rub together until a soft foam forms. Apply in a circular motion to face and neck. To use as a mask, leave on for 10–15 minutes before washing off. Suitable for everyday use and for all skin types. Use three times a week.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExternal use only. Avoid eye contact. Always do a patch test first. Keep out of reach of children. Use within 3 months of opening. Store in a cool, dry place.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIngredients\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eButyrospermum Parkii butter*, Cocos Nucifera oil, Elaeis Guineensis oil, Orbignya Oleifera seed oil, Calophyllum Inophyllum seed oil*, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis oil*, Helianthus Annuus seed oil*, Curcuma Longa root powder*, Bisabolol, Calendula Officinalis flower extract, Tocopherol, Commiphora Myrrha oil, Citrus Aurantium Bergamia fruit oil*, Pelargonium Graveolens flower oil, Lavandula Angustifolia oil*, Rosa Damascena flower extract, Linalol**, Limonene**, Citronellol**, Citral**, Coumarin**, Eugenol**, Benzyl Salicylate**, Benzyl Benzoate**, Farnesol**.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003csmall\u003e*Organic  **Naturally occurring in essential oils\u003c\/small\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWho it suits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSensitive skin that reacts to most cleansers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlemish-prone skin that dries out on conventional acne washes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSkin that goes tight and uncomfortable after washing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eQuestions people ask\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIt barely foams. Is it working?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. Foam comes from sulphates, which is exactly what we left out. Judge it on how your skin feels ten minutes afterwards, not on the lather.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIsn't black soap harsh?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBadly made black soap can be, usually because it has been over-alkalised or has no butters left in it. This one is buffered with shea and babassu, which is the difference between thorough and stripping.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill the turmeric stain?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. It rinses clean. Do not leave it sitting on a white flannel overnight and you will never think about it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eBuy it as a set\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePurify is the first step of the routine. The \u003ca href=\"\/products\/complete-face-routine-sensitive-skin-set\"\u003eComplete Face Routine\u003c\/a\u003e is Purify, Renew, Protect and Nourish for £146 instead of £183 — the whole thing, in the order it is meant to be used.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy trust it\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho formulated this.\u003c\/strong\u003e Hana Maatugh, a Specialist Biomedical Scientist on the Health and Care Professions Council register, the statutory regulator for the profession in the UK. Twenty years in NHS cellular pathology, across histology, cytopathology and molecular diagnostics. Specialist grade is awarded on assessed practice, not on a certificate alone. MSc in molecular biology. Higher Specialist Diploma in cellular pathology. Associate Member of the Royal Society of Chemistry. \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/credentials\"\u003eFull credentials, and how to check them on the public register\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMade in small batches in West Yorkshire. Cruelty free. Suitable for vegetarians. Free from parabens, sulphates and synthetic colours.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e50g (e). Free UK delivery over £50. Small batch, made to order. Questions? Email hana@bornofnecessity.co.uk and I will answer personally.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"BORN OF NECESSITY","offers":[{"title":"50ml","offer_id":51801416565075,"sku":"BON-PURIFY-50","price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0914\/1456\/1107\/files\/blacksoap_64ee718e-2fb2-467f-b1a3-064be7861c4f.jpg?v=1757108269"},{"product_id":"restore-replenishing-barrier-balm-hemp-oat","title":"Restore — Replenishing Barrier Balm with Hemp \u0026 Oat","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDeeply replenishing comfort for dry, fragile and sensitised skin. With hemp and oat.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe heavier one. For skin that has gone past dry and into uncomfortable — the nights when comfort is the only thing that matters. Waterless. No added perfume. No preservatives. No endocrine disruptors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat it does\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMoisturises intensively and leaves skin feeling calm and comfortable.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReturns softness and suppleness to skin that has gone dry, tight and flaky.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eForms a rich protective layer that stays put overnight.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHelps limit moisture loss from the surface of the skin.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSizes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e10ml — £10.\u003c\/strong\u003e The trial size. Enough to patch test properly and then use it long enough to know. Also the one that fits in hand luggage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e50ml — £32.\u003c\/strong\u003e The everyday size.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e100ml — £54.\u003c\/strong\u003e For whole-body use, or if you already know this is the one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNew to Born of Necessity? The \u003ca href=\"\/products\/starter-duo-calm-restore-barrier-balm-minis\"\u003eStarter Duo\u003c\/a\u003e gives you Calm and Restore in 10ml for £18.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat sensitised skin means\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSensitive skin is what you are born with. Sensitised skin is what happens to it — too much washing, too many actives, hard water, a winter of central heating. The barrier thins, water leaves faster than it arrives, and skin starts reacting to things it used to tolerate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRestore is built for that state. It is anhydrous — no water in the formula at all — so what you feel twenty minutes after you put it on is still there hours later.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is in it, and why I chose it\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColloidal oats.\u003c\/strong\u003e Used on uncomfortable skin for centuries and now genuinely well researched, which is a rarer combination than you would think. Gentle enough for babies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHemp seed oil.\u003c\/strong\u003e Naturally high in gamma-linolenic acid, one of the fats very dry skin tends to be short of.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTurmeric.\u003c\/strong\u003e Its curcumin content is among the most studied botanical compounds in the world, which is why it is in here, in a form that suits a balm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShea and cocoa butter.\u003c\/strong\u003e The structure. They are what make this thick enough to stay where you put it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eNature provides the idea. I add the science.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003csmall\u003eThese notes explain why each ingredient was selected. They are not claims about what the finished balm will do.\u003c\/small\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eA note on scent\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo perfume is added to this balm and there is no synthetic fragrance in it. It does carry a natural scent, because botanical oils smell of themselves — the turmeric, the chamomile and a small amount of sweet orange peel oil. If your skin reacts to botanical oils of any kind, patch test carefully or ask me first. \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/fragrance-and-allergens\"\u003eHow we handle fragrance and allergens\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDirections\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGently massage a small amount onto clean, dry skin, focusing on areas needing relief. Use as needed for hydration, repair and soothing comfort.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvoid eye contact. Always do a patch test first. Keep out of reach of children. Use within 6 months of opening. Store in a cool, dry place.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIngredients\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eButyrospermum Parkii butter*, Persea Gratissima oil*, Carthamus Tinctorius seed oil, Helianthus Annuus seed oil, Calophyllum Inophyllum seed oil, Hydrogenated vegetable oil, Theobroma Cacao seed butter*, Avena Sativa kernel flour*, Cannabis Sativa seed oil*, Maranta Arundinacea root powder*, Zinc Oxide, Arnica Montana flower extract, Tocopherol, Aloe Barbadensis leaf powder, Chamomilla Recutita flower oil, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis peel oil, Curcuma Longa root oil, Limonene**, Citral**, Linalol**, Farnesol**.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003csmall\u003e*Organic  **Naturally occurring in essential oils\u003c\/small\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWho it suits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSkin that is dry and uncomfortable rather than simply dull.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRough, cracked, flaking patches on hands, elbows, knees, shins and feet.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNight-time use for adults and children with very dry skin.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlso suitable for people who may be prone to eczema, psoriasis or dermatitis.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhen not to use it\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBroken, weeping or infected skin — please see your GP. This is a cosmetic product, not a medicine, and not a substitute for medical care.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you want something light for daytime under make-up, this is not it. Use Calm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eRestore or Calm?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCalm is the lighter one, for every day and for skin that reacts. Restore is richer and slower, for the worst of it and for overnight. Calm in the morning, Restore before bed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMost people end up with both, which is why there is a set. The \u003ca href=\"\/products\/barrier-duo-calm-restore-balm-set\"\u003eBarrier Duo\u003c\/a\u003e is both balms in 50ml for £60 instead of £72. The \u003ca href=\"\/products\/starter-duo-calm-restore-barrier-balm-minis\"\u003eStarter Duo\u003c\/a\u003e is both in 10ml for £18.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy trust it\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho formulated this.\u003c\/strong\u003e Hana Maatugh, a Specialist Biomedical Scientist on the Health and Care Professions Council register, the statutory regulator for the profession in the UK. Twenty years in NHS cellular pathology, across histology, cytopathology and molecular diagnostics. Specialist grade is awarded on assessed practice, not on a certificate alone. MSc in molecular biology. Higher Specialist Diploma in cellular pathology. Associate Member of the Royal Society of Chemistry. \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/credentials\"\u003eFull credentials, and how to check them on the public register\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMade in small batches in West Yorkshire. Cruelty free. Suitable for vegetarians. Gentle on skin. Recyclable packaging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eComfortable skin is a need, not a want.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFree UK delivery over £50. Small batch, made to order. Questions? Email hana@bornofnecessity.co.uk and I will answer personally.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"BORN OF NECESSITY","offers":[{"title":"10ml","offer_id":54682073923923,"sku":"BON-REST-10","price":10.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"50ml","offer_id":51937364869459,"sku":"BON-REST-50","price":32.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"100ml","offer_id":51801396642131,"sku":"BON-REST-100","price":54.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0914\/1456\/1107\/files\/hemp-turmeric-deep-comfort-balm-relief-eczema-psoriasis-natueal-skincare.jpg?v=1763148892"},{"product_id":"protect-calendula-day-cream-sensitive-skin","title":"Protect — Mineral Day Cream with Zinc Oxide","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMost mornings you stand in front of the cabinet and do a small risk assessment. Will this be the one that stings. Will this be the one that leaves you blotchy before you have even left the house.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThat is exhausting, and it is a ridiculous thing to have to do before breakfast. Protect is the morning product for people who have run out of patience with that. Rich enough to lay down a real barrier, calm enough to wear every single day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eLet me be clear about sun protection, before anything else\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eZinc oxide is the mineral used in sunscreens, so I want to say this plainly and at the top of the page rather than in the small print. \u003cstrong\u003eProtect is not a sunscreen.\u003c\/strong\u003e It has no tested SPF, carries no SPF or UVA rating, and must not be relied on for sun protection. If you need sun protection, wear a product with a tested broad spectrum SPF over the top.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlenty of brands would let that ambiguity sit there and do the selling for them. I would rather lose the sale than have someone burn because I was vague.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat it does\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHydrates properly and keeps skin comfortable all day, not just for the first hour.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHelps reduce the look of redness on reactive skin.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePuts a physical layer between your skin and cold, wind and central heating.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLeaves a soft glow rather than a flat or chalky finish.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe part I would usually not bother mentioning\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCalendula is in a lot of products at a level low enough to put on the label and no higher. I use it here because it is one of the very few botanicals I would put on a face every single morning for years without worrying, and there is a short list of those. Most actives are fine occasionally. Daily, forever, on skin that is already reactive, is a much harder test to pass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNon nano matters and almost nobody explains why. Nano particles are small enough to raise questions about what passes through the skin. Non nano particles are not. They sit on the surface, which is the entire point of a physical barrier. If it went in, it would not be doing its job.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNinety five per cent of what is in this jar is organic, and I can trace every ingredient back to its producer. That takes longer and costs more than buying in a base and adding a fragrance to it. It is the only way I am willing to make something that goes onto reactive skin every morning for years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eA note on scent\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis one declares no fragrance allergens at all. No perfume, no essential oils carrying them. If fragrance is the thing your skin reacts to, Protect is the safest starting point in the range. \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/fragrance-and-allergens\"\u003eHow we handle fragrance and allergens\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow it feels, and how long it lasts\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eApply 2 to 3 pea sized amounts to clean skin in the morning, face and neck, and massage upwards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is a rich, high lipid cream built on shea, mango seed butter and babassu. It lays down a layer that stays there and does the protecting, and it leaves the skin with a soft glow rather than a flat or chalky finish. I use it in the morning as the last step of my own routine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo white cast. This is the question I get asked most about anything containing zinc, so to be specific: it goes on transparent, there is nothing to rub out, and it does not go grey or chalky on deeper skin tones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt sits under makeup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce a morning, a 30g jar lasts about eight weeks. If you reapply during the day, closer to four.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExternal use only. Avoid eye contact. Always patch test first. Keep out of reach of children. Use within 3 months of opening.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is in it, and why I chose it\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNon nano zinc oxide.\u003c\/strong\u003e Non nano means the particles are large enough not to pass through the skin. It sits on the surface, which is exactly where I want it. It is not here at a tested sun protection level.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCalendula.\u003c\/strong\u003e One of the best tolerated botanicals there is, and one of the few I would use in something applied every single morning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShea, mango seed butter and babassu.\u003c\/strong\u003e The lipid backbone. This is what makes it a barrier rather than a lotion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSea buckthorn.\u003c\/strong\u003e One of very few plant oils containing palmitoleic acid, a fatty acid your own skin makes, so it sits alongside your barrier lipids rather than on top of them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBisabolol.\u003c\/strong\u003e One of the most studied botanical soothing components.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBeta carotene\u003c\/strong\u003e, from Dunaliella salina algae. An antioxidant, and where the warmth in the colour comes from.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eNature provides the idea. I add the science.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003csmall\u003eThese notes explain why each ingredient was selected. They are not claims about what the finished cream will do.\u003c\/small\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWho it is for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSensitive skin that flushes or shows redness easily.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRosacea prone skin looking for a daily moisturiser that does not set it off.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSkin that suffers in cold weather and dry indoor heat.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdults and children who need something simple every morning.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlso suitable for people who may be prone to eczema, dermatitis or rosacea.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho it is not for.\u003c\/strong\u003e Anyone looking for sun protection. Read the note above. It contains beeswax, so it is not suitable for vegans. And if your skin is oily or congested rather than reactive, this is richer than you need.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhere it sits in the routine\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePurify, then Renew, then Protect. At night, swap Protect for Calm or Restore.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eBuy it with Purify\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReactive skin is usually reacting to the cleanser as much as anything else, and a foaming wash that strips the barrier at eight in the morning undoes what Protect is trying to do at five past. \u003ca href=\"\/products\/purify-turmeric-black-soap-face-wash\"\u003ePurify\u003c\/a\u003e is the gentlest wash I make, and pairing the two gives you a complete morning routine for £70, which clears the free UK delivery threshold.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003ca href=\"\/products\/complete-face-routine-sensitive-skin-set\"\u003eComplete Face Routine\u003c\/a\u003e is Purify, Renew, Protect and Nourish for £146 instead of £183.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eQuestions people ask\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it protect me from the sun?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. It has no tested SPF and no SPF or UVA rating. Wear a tested broad spectrum sunscreen over the top. I would rather repeat myself than be misunderstood on this.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThen why is there zinc oxide in it?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBecause zinc oxide is a physical barrier and a well tolerated one, and a barrier between reactive skin and cold wind, central heating and everyday grime is worth having in its own right. Sun protection is a separate job that needs separate testing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill it leave a white cast?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. It goes on transparent and leaves a soft glow. Nothing to rub out, and no grey cast on deeper skin tones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I wear makeup over it?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. It sits under makeup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan children use it?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. It was made with exactly that in mind. Patch test first, as with anything.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it safe for rosacea?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt is formulated for reactive and easily flushed skin, and calendula, bisabolol and zinc are all well tolerated choices for it. Rosacea varies enormously between people, so patch test on the jaw for several days first. If you want to talk it through before buying, email me.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it vegan?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. It contains beeswax.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy only 30g when other zinc creams are 120ml?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBecause this is a face cream and they are body creams, and because what is in the jar is different. You use pea sized amounts on a face, so 30g goes further than it sounds. Once a morning it lasts about eight weeks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy trust it\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho formulated this.\u003c\/strong\u003e Hana Maatugh, a Specialist Biomedical Scientist on the Health and Care Professions Council register, the statutory regulator for the profession in the UK. Twenty years in NHS cellular pathology, across histology, cytopathology and molecular diagnostics. Specialist grade is awarded on assessed practice, not on a certificate alone. MSc in molecular biology. Higher Specialist Diploma in cellular pathology. Associate Member of the Royal Society of Chemistry. \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/credentials\"\u003eFull credentials, and how to check them on the public register\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNinety five per cent organic, full traceability, all ingredients from sustainable producers. Made in small batches in West Yorkshire. Cruelty free. No nanoparticles, no parabens, no sulphates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e30g (e). Free UK delivery over £50. Small batch, made to order. Questions? Email hana@bornofnecessity.co.uk and I will answer personally.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"BORN OF NECESSITY ","offers":[{"title":"30g","offer_id":51887167635795,"sku":"BON-PROTECT-30","price":42.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0914\/1456\/1107\/files\/glow_protect.jpg?v=1758368030"},{"product_id":"nourish-rich-face-balm-rose-geranium","title":"Nourish — Rich Face Balm with Rose \u0026 Geranium","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYou moisturise. By eleven in the morning your face feels tight again, and by the evening the same dry patches are back where they always are.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eYou are not doing it wrong. Lotion is mostly water, and water leaves. Skin loses lipids as it ages, and what it is short of is not moisture, it is the fats that hold moisture in. Putting more water on the surface of skin that cannot hold water is a losing argument.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNourish gives those fats back. There is nothing in it to evaporate off, so what you put on at bedtime is still working at three in the morning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat it does\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMoisturises deeply, and holds it for hours rather than minutes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmooths and softens dry, flaky patches.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eImproves the look of radiance in skin that has gone dull.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSoftens the look of fine lines by keeping skin properly hydrated.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe part I would usually not bother mentioning\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMost of my formulation work is deciding what to take out. When I built this balm I had a longer ingredient list, and I removed everything that was doing a job another oil was already doing better. Nobody sees that. It makes the label shorter, which is the opposite of what sells. But a formula where every oil earns its place works better than one padded out because a longer list sounds more generous.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is anhydrous, meaning there is no water in it at all. No water means no preservative system is needed. That is not a marketing decision, it is chemistry, and it is why a balm suits fragile skin better than a cream does.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is made to order in small batches. A balm with this much unrefined plant oil in it is not something that should sit in a warehouse for a year, and mine does not.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow it feels, and how long it lasts\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is firm in the jar, and no, you do not need to warm it between your fingers first. Take two to three pea sized amounts, press them straight onto your face, and it dissolves as it goes on. Massage upwards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt absorbs quickly for something this rich, and leaves skin soft rather than coated. The beeswax is the emollient, and the squalane and jojoba are close enough to your own skin lipids that the balm sinks in instead of sitting on top. The damascena rose is the part people mention most. It is a good thing to put on at the end of a long day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI use it morning and night. Plenty of people prefer it at night only, once their makeup is off and the balm has the whole night to work. Either is right.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt two to three pea sized amounts, a 30ml jar lasts about six weeks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExternal use only. Avoid eye contact. Always patch test first. Keep out of reach of children. Use within 3 months of opening. Store in a cool, dry place.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy a balm and not a cream\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA cream is oil and water held together with an emulsifier, and it needs a preservative because of the water. A balm is the oil phase on its own. For skin that has lost lipids, you are giving it back the thing it has run out of, with nothing in the jar that has to be kept sterile. Fewer ingredients, fewer things to react to, and nothing that evaporates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is in it, and why I chose it\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDamascan rose and geranium.\u003c\/strong\u003e Two of the most valued botanicals in skincare, and the reason this balm smells the way it does.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSqualane and jojoba.\u003c\/strong\u003e Both close to the skin's own lipids, so a balm this rich still sinks in.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRosehip, marula, prickly pear and argan.\u003c\/strong\u003e Chosen for their fatty acid profiles, which is to say the fats mature skin runs short of.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBakuchiol\u003c\/strong\u003e (Psoralea Corylifolia). The same botanical as in Renew, at a lower level, for the look of texture and tone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrankincense, myrrh and calendula.\u003c\/strong\u003e Long used, well tolerated, and they earn their place in a formula meant for fragile skin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eNature provides the idea. I add the science.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003csmall\u003eThese notes explain why each ingredient was selected. They are not claims about what the finished balm will do.\u003c\/small\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eA note on scent\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo perfume is added to this balm. What you can smell is the rose and geranium themselves, and the fragrance allergens those oils naturally contain are named at the end of the ingredient list below. \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/fragrance-and-allergens\"\u003eHow we handle fragrance and allergens\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWho it is for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMature skin that has gone dry and lost its bounce.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDry, flaky patches that a lotion cannot keep up with.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSkin that feels tight by the end of the day.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho it is not for.\u003c\/strong\u003e It contains beeswax, so it is not suitable for vegans. If your skin is oily or congested, this is heavier than you need. And if your skin is currently broken, weeping or in an active eczema flare, Calm or Restore is the right product, not this one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eBuy it with Renew\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNourish works hardest over the top of Renew. The serum carries the actives in, the balm seals the surface so nothing evaporates off overnight. Used on its own, Nourish is an excellent moisturiser. Used over Renew, it is the reason the serum keeps working while you sleep.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003ca href=\"\/products\/glow-duo-renew-nourish-serum-balm-set\"\u003eGlow Duo\u003c\/a\u003e is both for £94 instead of £113.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003ca href=\"\/products\/complete-face-routine-sensitive-skin-set\"\u003eComplete Face Routine\u003c\/a\u003e adds Purify and Protect for £146 instead of £183.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eQuestions people ask\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs a balm too heavy for my face?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRich is not the same as heavy. Squalane and jojoba sit close to your own sebum, so it sinks in rather than sitting on top. If you have oily or congested skin it will be too much, and I would say so.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I use it in the morning?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. I use it morning and night myself. Some people prefer it at night only, after their makeup is off, and use Protect in the morning instead. Both work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo I need to warm it first?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. It is firm in the jar, but it dissolves as soon as it meets the warmth of your skin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill it block my pores?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe oils were chosen for their fatty acid profile partly for this reason. It is still a rich balm, so patch test on the jaw for a few nights before you use it all over.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy does it need using within 3 months?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBecause it is made in small batches with unrefined plant oils and no synthetic stabilisers. That is the trade off, and I would rather tell you than pad it out with preservatives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it vegan?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. It contains beeswax. Restore is the closest thing in the range if that matters to you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I use it on my neck and chest?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes, and you should. Those areas lose lipids the same way and get half the attention.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIngredients\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSimmondsia Chinensis seed oil*, Squalane, Carthamus Tinctorius seed oil, Camelina Sativa seed oil, Rosa Canina seed oil*, Butyrospermum Parkii butter*, Helianthus Annuus seed oil, Cera Alba*, Argania Spinosa kernel oil*, Sclerocarya Birrea seed oil*, Opuntia Ficus-Indica seed oil, Calendula Officinalis flower extract, Psoralea Corylifolia seed oil, Tocopherol, Pelargonium Graveolens flower oil, Commiphora Myrrha oil, Boswellia Carterii oil, Rosa Damascena flower extract, Citronellol**, Linalol**, Geraniol**, Limonene**, Citral**, Eugenol**, Benzyl Salicylate**, Benzyl Benzoate**, Farnesol**.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003csmall\u003e*Organic  **Naturally occurring in essential oils. Contains beeswax, so not suitable for vegans.\u003c\/small\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy trust it\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho formulated this.\u003c\/strong\u003e Hana Maatugh, a Specialist Biomedical Scientist on the Health and Care Professions Council register, the statutory regulator for the profession in the UK. Twenty years in NHS cellular pathology, across histology, cytopathology and molecular diagnostics. Specialist grade is awarded on assessed practice, not on a certificate alone. MSc in molecular biology. Higher Specialist Diploma in cellular pathology. Associate Member of the Royal Society of Chemistry. \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/credentials\"\u003eFull credentials, and how to check them on the public register\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMade in small batches in West Yorkshire. Cruelty free.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e30ml (e) \/ 1 fl oz. Free UK delivery over £50. Small batch, made to order. Questions? 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You only have to know it matters to them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eComfortable skin is a need, not a want.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy trust it\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho formulated this.\u003c\/strong\u003e Hana Maatugh, a Specialist Biomedical Scientist on the Health and Care Professions Council register, the statutory regulator for the profession in the UK. Twenty years in NHS cellular pathology, across histology, cytopathology and molecular diagnostics. Specialist grade is awarded on assessed practice, not on a certificate alone. MSc in molecular biology. Higher Specialist Diploma in cellular pathology. 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The two balms that were designed to work together, now as a set — £60 instead of £72.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMost people who buy one come back for the other. This is why.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy two balms and not one\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDry, reactive skin is not doing the same job at eight in the morning as it is at eleven at night.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn daylight your barrier is holding a line against everything the day brings — hard water, wind, central heating, a sleeve, a glove, a shift on a ward. It needs something light enough to sit under clothes and make-up, but present enough to slow water leaving the skin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOvernight the work changes. Water loss through the skin rises in the small hours and skin temperature goes up with it, which is why itch is so often worse in bed. That is when a thicker, slower layer earns its place — something that stays put for seven hours and is still there in the morning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne balm can do one of those jobs well. Two can do both.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is in the set\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCalm — 50ml.\u003c\/strong\u003e The lighter one. Blue chamomile, ucuuba butter, sea buckthorn and tamanu. The alpha-bisabolol in blue chamomile is one of the most studied botanical soothing compounds there is, and it is where the colour comes from. Sea buckthorn is one of very few plant oils containing palmitoleic acid — a fatty acid your own skin makes. For daytime, and for skin that reacts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRestore — 50ml.\u003c\/strong\u003e The heavier one. Hemp, colloidal oat, turmeric, shea and cocoa butter. Hemp seed oil is naturally high in gamma-linolenic acid, one of the fats very dry skin tends to run short of. Colloidal oat has been used on uncomfortable skin for centuries and is, unusually, genuinely well researched. For night, and for the worst of it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe barrier, plainly\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThink of the outer layer of your skin as a brick wall. The cells are the bricks. The fats between them are the mortar. When the mortar runs thin, water escapes faster than it arrives — and skin that is losing water is skin that reacts. Tightness first, then roughness, then redness and itch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoth balms are anhydrous. No water in either formula, so there is nothing in them to evaporate off and nothing that needs a preservative to survive. What you put on stays where you put it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo added perfume. No preservatives. No endocrine disruptors. \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/fragrance-and-allergens\"\u003eHow we handle fragrance and allergens\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eNature provides the idea. I add the science.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003csmall\u003eThese notes explain why each ingredient was selected. They are not claims about what the finished balms will do.\u003c\/small\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to use them together\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMorning.\u003c\/strong\u003e Calm, on clean dry skin. A small amount, warmed between the fingers first so it spreads rather than drags.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNight.\u003c\/strong\u003e Restore, on the driest areas — hands, elbows, knees, shins, feet.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDifficult days.\u003c\/strong\u003e Calm as often as you need it. Restore over the top before bed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePatch test both before you start. Avoid eye contact. Keep out of reach of children. Use within 6 months of opening. Store somewhere cool and dry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWho it suits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdults and children with very dry, sensitive or easily upset skin.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSkin under treatment, under stress, or reacting to things it used to tolerate.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnyone who wants to read every word on the label and understand it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlso suitable for people who may be prone to eczema, psoriasis or dermatitis.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhen not to use it\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf your skin is broken, weeping, bleeding or looks infected, please see your GP. These are cosmetic products. They are not medicines and they are not a substitute for medical care.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat you save\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCalm 50ml is £40. Restore 50ml is £32. Bought separately, £72. As a set, £60 — a saving of £12.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you would rather try before you commit, the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/starter-duo-calm-restore-barrier-balm-minis\"\u003eStarter Duo\u003c\/a\u003e has both balms in 10ml for £18.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy trust it\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho formulated this.\u003c\/strong\u003e Hana Maatugh, a Specialist Biomedical Scientist on the Health and Care Professions Council register, the statutory regulator for the profession in the UK. Twenty years in NHS cellular pathology, across histology, cytopathology and molecular diagnostics. Specialist grade is awarded on assessed practice, not on a certificate alone. MSc in molecular biology. Higher Specialist Diploma in cellular pathology. 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Email hana@bornofnecessity.co.uk and I will answer personally.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"BORN OF NECESSITY","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54682122977619,"sku":"BON-DUO-50","price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0914\/1456\/1107\/files\/healing_cream_for_eczema_psoriasis_with_chamomile_da313897-eb9c-46ed-a0a9-be1777c3c6b2.jpg?v=1787577708"},{"product_id":"starter-duo-calm-restore-barrier-balm-minis","title":"The Starter Duo — Calm + Restore Barrier Balm Minis, 10ml","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBoth balms in 10ml. £18 instead of £22. For skin that has been let down before and needs to be sure.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf your skin reacts to things, a £40 jar of something new is a gamble you have probably lost before. This is the same decision without the risk.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat you get\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCalm — 10ml.\u003c\/strong\u003e The lighter one, for daytime and for skin that flushes, tightens and reacts. Blue chamomile, ucuuba butter, sea buckthorn and tamanu.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRestore — 10ml.\u003c\/strong\u003e The heavier one, for night and for the driest patches. Hemp, colloidal oat, turmeric, shea and cocoa butter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSame formulas as the full sizes. Nothing diluted, nothing substituted.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow far 10ml goes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoth balms are waterless, so they are far more concentrated than a cream — you need noticeably less than you are used to. On a face, 10ml is roughly two to three weeks of daily use. On hands, or one stubborn patch, longer. Enough to patch test properly and then use it long enough to actually know.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to patch test properly\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSensitised skin can take days to react, not minutes. A single dab and a five-minute wait tells you almost nothing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApply a small amount to the inner forearm. Leave it 24 hours.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRepeat on the same spot for three days.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf nothing happens, move to a small area of the face or the affected patch for another three days.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThen use it properly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTest the two balms on different arms so you know which is which if something does happen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhich one will I end up using?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMost people use both. Calm in the morning, Restore before bed — that is how they were designed. Trying them side by side for a fortnight is the fastest way to find out which one your skin leans on, and when.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe barrier, plainly\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThink of the outer layer of your skin as a brick wall. The cells are the bricks. The fats between them are the mortar. When the mortar runs thin, water escapes faster than it arrives — and skin that is losing water is skin that reacts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoth balms are anhydrous. No water in either formula, so there is nothing to evaporate off and nothing that needs a preservative to survive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo added perfume. No preservatives. No endocrine disruptors. \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/fragrance-and-allergens\"\u003eHow we handle fragrance and allergens\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eNature provides the idea. 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The \u003ca href=\"\/products\/barrier-duo-calm-restore-balm-set\"\u003eBarrier Duo\u003c\/a\u003e — both balms in 50ml — is £60 instead of £72.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy trust it\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho formulated this.\u003c\/strong\u003e Hana Maatugh, a Specialist Biomedical Scientist on the Health and Care Professions Council register, the statutory regulator for the profession in the UK. Twenty years in NHS cellular pathology, across histology, cytopathology and molecular diagnostics. Specialist grade is awarded on assessed practice, not on a certificate alone. MSc in molecular biology. Higher Specialist Diploma in cellular pathology. Associate Member of the Royal Society of Chemistry. \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/credentials\"\u003eFull credentials, and how to check them on the public register\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMade in small batches in West Yorkshire. Cruelty free. Suitable for vegetarians. Recyclable packaging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eComfortable skin is a need, not a want.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSmall batch, made to order. Questions? Email hana@bornofnecessity.co.uk and I will answer personally.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"BORN OF NECESSITY","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54682136412499,"sku":"BON-DUO-10","price":18.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0914\/1456\/1107\/files\/healing_cream_for_eczema_psoriasis_with_chamomile_2d60a4d6-64b0-48b8-b16d-254420377276.jpg?v=1787577708"},{"product_id":"glow-duo-renew-nourish-serum-balm-set","title":"The Glow Duo — Renew Serum + Nourish Balm Set","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRenew first, Nourish over the top. The two products my customers already buy together, now as a set — £94 instead of £113.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy these two\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA serum and a balm are not two versions of the same thing. They do different jobs, and they do them in order.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRenew goes on first.\u003c\/strong\u003e It is a light oil serum built around bakuchiol — the most researched botanical alternative to retinol, and far better tolerated. That last part matters more than potency, because potency is worthless if it means you stop using it after a week.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNourish goes on second.\u003c\/strong\u003e It is the rich one. Skin loses lipids as it ages, and lotion is mostly water, which leaves. A balm gives those fats back and stays put, so what you feel at bedtime is still working at three in the morning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsed the other way round, the balm blocks the serum. Used together in order, the serum gets in and the balm keeps it there.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eBakuchiol, twice\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoth products contain bakuchiol — high in Renew, lower in Nourish. That was deliberate. Sensitive and mature skin does better with a steady, tolerable level of an active than with a single aggressive dose it has to recover from. Layering the two gives you consistency without the peeling, stinging fortnight that puts most sensitive-skinned people off retinoids for good.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is in the set\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRenew — 30ml.\u003c\/strong\u003e Bakuchiol, blue tansy, rosehip, marula, baobab, Abyssinian, grapeseed, jojoba and squalane. Jojoba sits close to your own sebum, so the blend absorbs rather than coating. Blue tansy is there for its azulene content, which is also where the deep blue comes from.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNourish — 30ml.\u003c\/strong\u003e Damascan rose and geranium, squalane and jojoba, rosehip, marula, prickly pear and argan, with frankincense, myrrh and calendula. Contains beeswax, so not suitable for vegans.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNeither carries added perfume. The scent is the botanical oils themselves, and the allergens they contain are declared in full on each product page. \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/fragrance-and-allergens\"\u003eHow we handle fragrance and allergens\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eNature provides the idea. I add the science.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003csmall\u003eThese notes explain why each ingredient was selected. They are not claims about what the finished products will do.\u003c\/small\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to use them\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRenew.\u003c\/strong\u003e Three to four drops onto clean, dry skin. Press and massage upwards.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNourish.\u003c\/strong\u003e Two to three pea-sized amounts over the top, massaged upwards.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMorning and evening\u003c\/strong\u003e, or evening only if your skin is new to bakuchiol. Start every other night if you are unsure.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePatch test both first. Avoid eye contact. Keep out of reach of children. Renew within 6 months of opening, Nourish within 3.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eGive it eight to twelve weeks\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSkin cells turn over roughly every four weeks, and texture takes longer than that. Anyone promising you a fortnight is selling you the first four weeks of someone else's results. Thirty millilitres of each is roughly two to three months of use — which is, not coincidentally, how long you need to judge it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWho it suits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSensitive skin that has never got on with retinol.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMature skin that has gone dry and lost its bounce.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSkin that feels tight by the end of the day and dull by the end of the week.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlso suitable for people who may be prone to eczema, dermatitis or rosacea. Both are oil-based, so patch test carefully if your skin is congestion-prone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat you save\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRenew is £58. Nourish is £55. Bought separately, £113. As a set, £94 — a saving of £19.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWant the cleanse and the daytime step too? The \u003ca href=\"\/products\/complete-face-routine-sensitive-skin-set\"\u003eComplete Face Routine\u003c\/a\u003e adds Purify and Protect for £146 instead of £183.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy trust it\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho formulated this.\u003c\/strong\u003e Hana Maatugh, a Specialist Biomedical Scientist on the Health and Care Professions Council register, the statutory regulator for the profession in the UK. Twenty years in NHS cellular pathology, across histology, cytopathology and molecular diagnostics. Specialist grade is awarded on assessed practice, not on a certificate alone. MSc in molecular biology. Higher Specialist Diploma in cellular pathology. Associate Member of the Royal Society of Chemistry. \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/credentials\"\u003eFull credentials, and how to check them on the public register\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMade in small batches in West Yorkshire. Cruelty free. Recyclable packaging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFree UK delivery over £50. Small batch, made to order. Questions? Email hana@bornofnecessity.co.uk and I will answer personally.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"BORN OF NECESSITY","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54682793148755,"sku":"BON-GLOW-DUO","price":94.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0914\/1456\/1107\/files\/clear-glow-oil-serum_0e340379-dd76-4def-be99-d51e4f73a166.jpg?v=1787578875"},{"product_id":"complete-face-routine-sensitive-skin-set","title":"The Complete Face Routine — 4-Piece Set for Sensitive Skin","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe whole routine, in the order it is meant to be used. Four products, £146 instead of £183 — a saving of £37.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is the set for people who have decided to stop guessing. Everything here was formulated to sit alongside everything else here, which is not something you can assume when you assemble a routine from four different brands.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe routine, in order\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1. Purify — Turmeric \u0026amp; Black Soap Face Wash, 50ml.\u003c\/strong\u003e Cleansing should not leave you counting the minutes until you can put something back on. Turmeric and African black soap, for sensitive and blemish-prone skin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2. Renew — Bakuchiol Face Serum with Blue Tansy, 30ml.\u003c\/strong\u003e The treatment step. Bakuchiol is the most researched botanical alternative to retinol and is far better tolerated — which matters more than potency, if potency means you stop after a week.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e3. Protect — Mineral Day Cream with Zinc Oxide, 30g.\u003c\/strong\u003e The morning one. Calendula, non-nano zinc oxide and beta-carotene. Light enough to wear every day, under make-up.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e4. Nourish — Rich Face Balm with Rose \u0026amp; Geranium, 30ml.\u003c\/strong\u003e The night one. Skin loses lipids as it ages, and lotion is mostly water, which leaves. A balm gives those fats back and stays put.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow the four fit together\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMorning:\u003c\/strong\u003e Purify, then Renew, then Protect.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Purify, then Renew, then Nourish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSerum before cream, every time. An oil serum under a balm gets in. An oil serum over a balm sits there.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf your skin is new to bakuchiol, use Renew at night only, every other night, for the first fortnight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eBakuchiol at two levels\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRenew and Nourish both contain bakuchiol — high in the serum, lower in the balm. That was deliberate. Sensitive and mature skin does better with a steady, tolerable level of an active than with a single aggressive dose it then has to recover from.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eNature provides the idea. I add the science.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003csmall\u003eThese notes explain why each ingredient was selected. They are not claims about what the finished products will do.\u003c\/small\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eGive it eight to twelve weeks\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSkin cells turn over roughly every four weeks, and texture takes longer than that. This set is about two to three months of use — which is, not coincidentally, how long you need before you can fairly judge any of it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWho it suits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSensitive skin that has never got on with retinol or acids.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMature skin that has gone dry, dull and lost its bounce.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnyone rebuilding a routine from scratch after their old one stopped working.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlso suitable for people who may be prone to eczema, dermatitis or rosacea. Renew and Nourish are oil-based — patch test carefully if your skin is congestion-prone. Nourish contains beeswax, so this set is not suitable for vegans.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eA note on Protect\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProtect contains non-nano zinc oxide and is a daily mineral moisturiser. It is not a rated sunscreen and should not be used in place of one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eA note on scent\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo perfume is added to any of the four. What you can smell is the botanical oils themselves, and every fragrance allergen those oils contain is declared in full on each product page. \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/fragrance-and-allergens\"\u003eHow we handle fragrance and allergens\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eBefore you start\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePatch test each product separately, on different areas, so that if something does react you know which one it was. Sensitised skin can take days to react rather than minutes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvoid eye contact. Keep out of reach of children. Store somewhere cool and dry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat you save\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePurify £28, Renew £58, Protect £42, Nourish £55. Bought separately, £183. As a set, £146 — a saving of £37.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnly want the two that do the heavy lifting? The \u003ca href=\"\/products\/glow-duo-renew-nourish-serum-balm-set\"\u003eGlow Duo\u003c\/a\u003e is Renew and Nourish for £94.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy trust it\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho formulated this.\u003c\/strong\u003e Hana Maatugh, a Specialist Biomedical Scientist on the Health and Care Professions Council register, the statutory regulator for the profession in the UK. Twenty years in NHS cellular pathology, across histology, cytopathology and molecular diagnostics. Specialist grade is awarded on assessed practice, not on a certificate alone. MSc in molecular biology. Higher Specialist Diploma in cellular pathology. 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