There are several resources available to help identify the best skin care products in Kenya. Here are some tips and resources to consider:
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EWG Skin Deep® Cosmetics Database: This database provides information on the safety and ingredients of personal care products. Every product is reviewed by EWG staff to identify product type, use and composition, target demographic, and special product claims. The database evaluates ingredients and assigns a hazard score and data availability rating to each product and ingredient. The safest products score well by both measures, with a low hazard rating and a fair or better data availability rating.
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Natural ingredients: Many natural ingredients have been used for centuries in skin care products. Some examples of natural ingredients and their benefits include:
- Aloe vera: moisturizing and antiseptic
- Marigold: wound healing
- Curcumin (turmeric): improves complexion, antiseptic, and treatment of eczema and acne
- Cyperus rotundus L. (coco grass, purple nutsedge, java grass, nut grass): hair growth regulation, anti-inflammatory, and antibacterial agent
- Gotu kola: wound healing, burns, psoriasis, and scleroderma
- Toxic ingredients to avoid: Some ingredients commonly found in skincare products can be harmful to health. These include:
- Parabens: a preservative that can disrupt hormones
- Phthalates: a plasticizer that can disrupt hormones
- Formaldehyde: a preservative that can cause skin irritation and is a known carcinogen
- Fragrance: can contain a variety of undisclosed chemicals that can cause skin irritation and allergic reactions
- Certificate in Making Natural Skincare Products: This online course teaches how to create a complete range of facial skincare and body care products using natural and organic ingredients. The course covers topics such as avoiding potentially toxic and harmful ingredients, equipment, health, safety, and best practice, pH in skincare, ingredient list, and suppliers.
By considering these resources and tips, you can identify the best skin care products in Kenya that are safe, effective, and made with natural and organic ingredients.
