A: The use recycle products means that all

material are suitable for recycling therefore is beneficial to

environment, sustainable products means sourcing raw materials from

the correct source in order to keep our environment flourishing for

the of future generations. In the case of AMARA Natural Beauty we

like consumers to turn our used bags into new ones and our Gift

Boxes into useful storage compartments.

A: It has claimed that up to sixty per cent of what we

put onto our skin is absorbed into our blood stream

A: One of the

purposes of Amara Natural Beauty is to provide informative product
advice on the recommendation of manufactures, to help further
educate consumers about Natural and Organic beauty and skincare. We help ensure this with each product select being handpick and tested, to assist us with the comments used to ensure you find the most suitable products for you skin type.

A: It is a sheep oil that has been extracted from

the wool by using costic soda to get the end result.

A: When asked, many consumers would assume that these words are one in the same, but the meaning of these words rarely used in the correct content and often misunderstood.

Sensitivity- the mildest form of a reaction is related to symptoms of irritated, sore and itching skin which develops into red blotches or even a rash.

Allergic reactions- these occur when your body’s immune system is triggered into action by a substance that does not normally affect most other people. The symptoms of this type of reaction are as follows, itchiness, swellings on the skin, rashes,
sneezing, excessive mucus secretions and muscle cramps.

Hypersensitivity- this type of reaction is an abnormal immune response, which can be extreme and on occasion life-threatening but this is rare.

A: A

Alcohol -as a solvent is widely used in used

in the cosmetics field this is usually used as a preservative.

Because this is a fat solvent, alcohol can dry and irritate hair and

skin.

S
Sodium lauryl sulphate - a synthetic detergent

of which the origins may be plant (coconut, palm kernel oil) or

animal. Used in 90 percent of all shampoos and toothpastes for its

foaming and detergent properties. Can be an irritant and is best

avoided.
Surface-active-agents are substances capable of

dissolving oils and holding dirt in suspension so it can be rinsed

away with water. They are used in skin cleansers and

shampoos.


T
TEA - triethanolamine. A frequently used

dispersing agent and emulsifier. An irritant and possible

sensitiser

A: T
Titanium dioxide - A UV-filter (mineral filter)

found in nature - known to reflect the sun's rays away from the

skin.
Tocopherol - Natural Vitamin E - used as an antioxidant to

protect plant oils from rancidity.
Trifolium pratense - Red

clover - rich in flavonoids, has a strong antioxidant action. Used

in our Baby range to help protect delicate skin.
Triticum

vulgare - Wheat germ oil, rich in vitamin E, excellent for dry skin.


Triticum spp. - Derived from Wheatgerm - high in protein and has

excellent firming properties.
Tyrosine - Amino acid found in

many foods - essential for melanin production by the

body.

U
Unicaria tormentosa - Cats claw. Excellent in

gentle skin care formulations.

V
Vaccinium myrtillus -

Blueberry, natural fruit aroma.
Vegetable oil - an oil extracted

from a plant as opposed to an animal or mineral oil.
Vitis

vinifera - Grape seed extract, mild fruit acids help exfoliate and

cleanse the skin.

W
Wild Seaweed (see Ascophyllum

nodosum).
Wormwood juice - One of the classic 'bitters', this

stimulates the digestive system and the liver.

X
Xanthan

gum - corn sugar gum. Used as a thickener, emulsifier and

stabiliser.

Y
Yucca schidigera - Yucca plant - has

excellent gentle, cleansing properties.

Z
Zinc Oxide -

Earth mineral used as sun filter.
Zinc ricinoleate - a highly

effective deodorant based on zinc salt of ricinoleic acid. Does not

inhibit natural perspiration. Does not interfere with the natural

flora of the skin.

A: Beauty and the chemicals!
UK Chanel 4: Sarah Beeny Reports

http://www.channel4.com/health/microsites/T/toxic/toxic-chemicals_1.html