What makes natural cosmetics so special?
1) MINDFULNESS AND WELL-BEING
Real natural cosmetics consist of plant extracts and purely natural ingredients that protect people and the environment.
Natural cosmetics therefore do not use chemical substances that are aggressive to the skin. Both in the quality of the raw materials and its manufacturing processes. The focus is on mindfulness, your own well-being, good tolerance and healthy and radiant skin.
Conventional cosmetics rely on quick effects and temporary cushioning and smoothing through the use of silicones and synthetic oils, without any long-term benefit for the skin. Natural care, on the other hand, focuses on long-term, sustainable and holistic care that effectively regenerates the skin and supports the skin's processes but does not interrupt them. This means that the pores are not clogged and enzyme production is not restricted, so that the skin's natural moisture regulation and protective mechanisms are maintained and supported.
3) NO SYNTHETIC PRESERVATIVES
Conventional cosmetics use artificial preservatives such as parabens to ensure the long shelf life of the products. However, these synthetic preservatives are often suspected of having an impact on hormonal balance and a higher risk of allergies. Since our products are not stretched with water, we can do without many stabilizers. But high-quality vegetable oils also need to be protected from oxidation. By adding high-quality, natural substances, we manage to protect our products from oxidation in a completely natural way. Vitamin E (tocopherol) acts as a natural protection for the oils because it has an antioxidant and cell-protecting effect. The natural essential oils also provide support with their antibacterial effects.
4) NO ALCOHOLS
Alcohols are also a natural alternative to synthetic preservatives and are probably the most commonly used preservative in natural cosmetics. However, alcohols often have a drying and irritating effect on sensitive skin, which is why we at Hello Sue do not use this preservative.
5) NO MINERAL OILS
Mineral oils such as paraffin are obtained from petroleum and are a cheap alternative to high-quality vegetable oils. However, these are not very sustainable and environmentally friendly during production and can also contain ingredients that are very critical for the skin.
6) NO SYNTHETIC FRAGRANCES
In contrast to natural fragrances, synthetic fragrances are usually difficult to break down and can accumulate in the environment and in the organisms of humans and animals.
7) NO MICROPLASTICS
Substances such as microplastics, which have a harmful effect on the environment, have no place in cosmetics.
8) NO ANIMAL TESTING
Humans have a responsibility towards animals! This ethical approach is not compatible with animal testing.
9) SUSTAINABLE PACKAGING
In addition to the ingredients, the packaging and sources of supply also play a major role. Because what's the point if the content of the product is natural, but the rest is not.