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Cetearyl alcohol & cetyl alcohol vs ethanol
To most people the word 'alcohol' means ethanol, i.e. the clear, colourless, volatile liquid that is found in alcoholic beverages, and which is produced by the fermentation of sugars with yeast.
06/06/2023
2 Minutlæsning
What is Sodium lauryl glucose carboxylate?
Sodium lauryl glucose carboxylate is a sugar based surfactant used as an emulsifier and stabiliser in creams and lotions. They are produced from naturally occurring raw materials using natural processes and are perfectly safe with no adverse effects.
17/05/2023
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Is Benzoic acid the same as Benzene?
Benzoic Acid is a preservative. A naturally occurring compound, it is found in many fruits including cherries, cranberries and raspberries.
08/05/2023
2 Minutlæsning
What is Corn Sugar Gum (Xanthan gum)?
The proper name for this ingredient is Xanthan gum which is produced by the fermentation of maize starch (corn starch) with the bacteria Xanthomonas campestris.
08/05/2023
0 Minutlæsning
The beauty benefits of using a Squalane moisturiser
A natural emollient, built-in moisturiser and skin antioxidant, Squalane has so many beauty benefits that Vogue recently declared it a top skin care ingredient. We’re no stranger to Squalane skin care and here we reveal why we use this plant-based alternative to mineral oil in so many of our organic skin care products.
14/03/2023
5 Minutlæsning
Northern Truffle: the super-soothing skin care mushroom
Have you heard of the truffle skin care boom? There are many species of fungi and some offer phenomenal benefits for the skin. One type of mushroom that has impressed our cosmetic scientists is the Northern Truffle, a mushroom skin care ingredient with proven benefits for all skin types, and especially those with sensitive or compromised skin.
03/02/2023
5 Minutlæsning
Skin benefits of Rosemary Oil & Extract
As well as having a mind-clearing aroma, Rosemary Essential Oil and Rosemary Extract are also very good for skin and hair. We reveal the skin benefits of Rosemary, as well are how you can use Rosemary Oil in your hair care.
21/11/2022
5 Minutlæsning
Paraben-free products: your essential guide
As a certified organic skin care brand, Green People creates paraben-free products because parabens are banned from use in cosmetics by UK organic certification bodies.
22/11/2021
4 Minutlæsning
Can skin care products ever be chemical free?
While you may be searching for chemical-free products, did you know that there is actually no such thing? Here we explain the confusing term ‘chemical-free’ and help you to shop for safe, non-toxic skin care.
12/07/2021
6 Minutlæsning
Are Green People products phenoxyethanol free?
Looking for Phenoxyethanol-free skin care products? We have plenty to choose from!
06/07/2021
1 Minutlæsning
Silicone-free moisturizer for clear & healthy skin
Searching for a silicone-free moisturizer? We can help; all of our organic moisturizers are silicone-free! They are also made without parabens and ethyl alcohol.
01/06/2021
5 Minutlæsning
Soap-free body wash products for sensitive skin
Are you looking to switch to soap-free body wash, hand wash or face wash? Soap can be drying on the skin and it’s not suitable for everyone. Discover our collection of natural, soap-free products that cleanse effectively whilst also being kind to dry and sensitive skin.
17/02/2021
7 Minutlæsning
What is plant-based skin care?
What is plant-based skin care? Is it the same as vegan skin care? Is it organic? Here we reveal everything you need to know about plant-based beauty products.
29/12/2020
7 Minutlæsning
