Human+Kind - Skincare with a Conscience

Hi Guys!

I've been making a real effort with my skincare routine of late - I always start off with good intentions to double-cleanse daily with a facial oil and a cream cleanser, using a toner afterwards each time, exfoliate 3 times a week, use a serum underneath my moisturiser, use a day time moisturiser, a night time moisturiser, eye cream etc...

Alas, somewhere around the 10-14 day mark, I start to slip and get lazy. It can be too much to keep up at times - I mean, who really has the time to go searching for designated day and night moisturisers each and every day when you're in a rush first thing in the morning?

Cue my delight when I discovered  Human+Kind All In One Day and Night Cream which promises 24/7 hydration.

Human+Kind has created their range for women everywhere who are tired of wasting time and money on unnecessary products, Human+Kind is a new ethos in skincare for today’s time pressed woman – simple, superior natural and dependable beauty products that multi-task as much as they do. Fuelled by a mission to challenge the beauty Industry’s conditioning that we need product after product for different areas of our skin and different skin types, Human+Kind creates a pared down approach to skincare developing superior, natural formulations, capable of multi-tasking and benefiting skin types of all ages.

Human+Kind are a wholly Irish company and all of it's products were developed in Ireland and are made in Cork.

Not only that, but Human+Kind creates all natural and highly concentrated formulations combined with scientific advances to create superior formulations that are dependable and work. Armed with scientific evidence that a great number of skin care problems are caused by the products used to prevent them; chemically overloaded creams which cause allergic reactions, over-emollient moisturisers which can clog pores and anti-wrinkle creams that actually induce wrinkles because of skin irritation, Human+Kind formulations are all made using natural healing and restorative ingredients.

The range features just 4 products - no gimmicks offering a plethora of products aimed at different skin types here - just 4 quality formulas using only the best in natural ingredients to provide skincare solutions that really delivers.

The skincare range consists of:

All-in-one Anti-Ageing cream 50ml

All-in-one Body Oil 75ml

All-in-one Family Remedy cream 75ml

All-in-One Day+Night Cream 75ml

I've been trying out the All In One Day + Night Cream and I have to say, I love it!

As you can see the packaging is gorgeous - it's really eye-catching! The product comes in an attractive polygon shaped cardboard box featuring geometric designs and patterns.

Ingredients:

Aqua (Water), Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Tricaprylin, Centella Asiatica Extract, Cetearyl Alcohol, Glycerin, Cetearyl Alcohol, Persea Gratissima (Avocado Oil), Sodium Stearoyl Lactylate, Sucrose Stearate, Stellaria Media (Chickweed) Extract, Althaea Officinalis Leaf/Root (Marshmallow) Extract, Rosa Rubiginosa (Rosehip) Seed Oil, Tocopherol, Dehydroacetic Acid, Benzyl Alcohol, Juniperus communis (Juniper Berry) Oil, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Xanthan Gum, Linalool, Limonene.

The product comes a handy, squeezable tube coming in at 75mls.

All Human+Kind products are created exclusively using natural ingredients such as

Jojoba, Onopordum and ‘nature’s Botox’, Achmella, that decrease the likelihood

of experiencing allergic reactions, clogging pores and irritating the skin. Not only is

Human+Kind purely organic, but it’s a single-step skin treatment as well. 

The Day + Night Cream contains:

 Aloe Vera soothes, hydrates and nourishes
• Marshmallow - soothes and calms with active anti-inflammatory properties
• Rosehip Oil – a potent source of vitamin A, its regenerative action reduces wrinkles and signs of premature ageing 
• Centella - heals and treats scars and blemishes

"Light and non-greasy, this cream quite literally quenches thirsty skin, locking in vital moisture and skin nutrients, delivering long lasting complexion protection. Using only nature’s finest ingredients Human+Kind All in One Day and Night Cream has been formulated with a moisture-retaining blend of aloe vera, natural vitamin E and a slew of essential oils including centella, marshmallow, juniper berry and rosehip."

I'm really enjoying using the Day + Night Cream - first of all it's a time and money saver being able to use the one product both mornings and evenings. It's a lovely light and non-greasy formula which feels refreshing on the skin. I can suffer from sensitive skin at times and I'm pleased to say that I did not note any sensitivity or irritation at all whilst using this, in fact it feels lovely and soothing.

I also have dry skin which can result in dry and flaky patches at times - this cream does a great job at keeping my skin nourished, moisturised and hydrated 24/7 - just as the product claims!

I love the fact that this cream is free from parabens and any added chemical nasties. I fear I have put far too many synthetic chemicals on my skin in the past, so it's nice to be able to give it a break and revert to an all natural product to get my complexion back in shape and give it a "detox" of sorts. 

I've been so impressed by the Day + Night Cream that I'm now eager to try out the Body Oil and Family Remedy Cream as well!

The Day+Night cream costs just €23.95 - with FREE worldwide shipping!

You can buy Human+Kind skincare online here - http://www.humanandkind.com

List of stockists here: http://www.humanandkind.com/where-to-buy/

You can also pop over and say hello to them over on Facebook here: https://www.facebook.com/humanandkind

A little birdie tells me that there will be a fab competition running for the month of September to win a whole years worth of Human+Kind Skincare goodies! So keep your eyes peeled for that!

VOYA Organic Travel Set

VOYA is is an Irish, family owned and run business which began in 1912 when the first seaweed baths opened in Strandhill, Co.Sligo, Ireland.  All of their products contain hand-harvested seaweed which is certified organic.

They are a luxury Irish skincare brand and many of their products can be found in some of Ireland's top spas including: The Cliff House Hotel, Bellinter House, Dromoland Castle, K Club and Lyrath Estate House.

I love the fact that VOYA is a wholly organic brand and that they have pioneered new methods of sustainable harvesting limiting the environmental impact. So it;s good for your skin and good for the planet!

I recently got VOYA Organic Voyager set priced at €40.00

The Organic Voyager set includes:

• Silky By Nature  Shampoo
• Forget Me Knot Conditioner
• Squeaky Clean Body Wash
• Softly Does It Body Moisturiser
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Each product is made with hand-harvested seaweed and is 75ml which means that they make the ideal size for bringing with you on your trips abroad! The set comes in a handy 100% organic cotton travel bag - perfect for keeping all your holiday essentials and toiletries in.

Each product is embossed with a shiny, metallic VOYA logo. The packaging is a squeezable plastic tube meaning there's no fear of breakages or spillages whilst you're travelling with this companion set.

Seaweed – The Facts

·         Worldwide there are approximately 2,000 species of brown macroalgae (Phaecophyceae), 5,500 reds    (Rhodophyceae), and 1,200 greens (Chlorophyceae), most of which are marine based.

·         Seaweeds contain Algal polyphenols and Carotenoids which have been proven to be strong antioxidants, protecting against cell damage inflicted by oxygen-free radicals, a major cause of disease and aging.

·         Seaweed is packed with vitamins B1, B2, and B12, plus polysaccharides and is moisturising, but oil-free.  Seaweed is also a highly concentrated source of minerals and trace elements in their balanced state and supplies alginic acid, which elasticizes whatever it comes in contact with, including skin.

·         Seawater is full of zinc, iodine, magnesium, and potassium, plus zillions of other trace minerals. And seaweed, which is fed by water itself, as opposed to roots, exponentially concentrates the whole cocktail.

Silky By Nature Shampoo

The Silky By Nature shampoo is a very mild, gentle cleanser which should suit even those with the most sensitive of scalps. It creates a lovely lather and leaves your hair feel, well, really clean and beautifully shiny.

Forget Me Knot Conditioner

The Forget Me Knot conditioner is an opaque cream which adds shine and glossiness to your hair. It's great for conditioning dry or stressed hair and I find it works great if you apply it to your hair straight after washing, then wrap it in a hot towel for 20-30mins before rinsing out.

Squeaky Clean Body Wash

The body wash is very rich, you only need a small amount at a time. It feels lovely and soapy on your skin and lathers up great! It smells gorgeous in the shower and the scent lingers on your skin - I'm really loving this!

Softly Does It Body Moisturiser

The Softly Does It body moisturiser is a rich, indulgent cream which sinks into your skin to leave it feel silky soft and smooth. I didn't find it greasy which is a complete bug bear of mine when it comes to body moisturisers - I find some can leave a greasy film which thankfully this does not. Again, this product is quite rich, so small amounts are needed.

I can see these products lasting some time as you don't need to slather yourself in them in order to benefit from the moisturising properties.

The products smell divine - it's a lovely refreshing, clean, "green" scent. Very reminiscent of days at the beach!

I'm loving my VOYA products - they make showering feel like an indulgence of the senses! I'll definitely be packing this with me when I'm next off on holidays. All the products fit neatly into their organic cotton travel bag and the addition of seaweed and vitamins B5 and E means they're great for keeping your hair conditioned and soft and silky whilst you're out in any harsh sun and dipping in and out of chlorinated pools.

You can purchase VOYA products from: http://www.voya.ie

Or you can always find them on Facebook here

Have you ever tried VOYA products before? Got any particular standouts you'd like to mention? If so, leave me a comment and let me know :)

Belle xXx