The truth about plant-based skincare

What nobody tells you about "natural" products

Most of us passionately believe that plant-based ingredients are the best for the skin; however, this assumption has no scientific legitimacy for numerous reasons. Here are a few three (3) reasons why:

1. Some natural products contain harmful contaminants. Many botanicals or plant-based ingredients are separated (extracted) from the rest of the plant using sometimes toxic and cancerogenic chemicals called solvents. Without proper purification and testing procedures, these contaminants can end-up in your lotion and be absorbed through the skin. Though minimal at first, years of putting these products on your skin may affect your health.

2. There are numerous organic, natural ingredients that are extremely damaging for our skin if not handle properly. Botanical extracts are highly concentrated and potent compounds but like in nature, everything needs to be balanced. Plant-based cosmetic formulation is both science and art. It requires the careful dosage and combination of different ingredients for optimum skin health.

3. Finally, many formulations out-there are not rigorously tested for safety, effectiveness and stability. Plant-based cosmetics should be held to the same good manufacturing standards as the rest of the skincare industry. Irrespective of whether it is due to blissful ignorance or denial, many cosmetic companies sell untested plant-based goods claiming to be perfect and safe because they are plant-based or natural; so unfortunate, but true.

"Natural” products are not necessarily safer

Is plant-based really better for you and for the earth?

So how do I find safe plant-based products, you might ask?

Do your research. The truth is many companies are out to make money. They are more committed to their bottom line than to the health, safety and well-being of their customer. So before you commit to a brand, ensure that they have demonstrated sufficient commitment to the cause and ask them about the quality of their raw ingredients and their testing procedures to ensure safety, effectiveness and stability.

We personally use every product we sell. If it is not good enough for me, I won't want anyone to use it. We use the highest quality raw ingredients, curated by an established Canadian supplier. Our products are manufactured and rigorously tested by a third-party lab right here in Canada. So you know with Ornelia Kane you are getting a safe and quality product every time.

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