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Brands by alphabet starting with S-Z

  • Verite
    body,  overnight,  Verité Spa Organics

    Verité Hydrate + Nourish

    A stunning selection of luxury products from New Zealand brand Verité Spa Organics, Boxwalla presents The Truth about Gardens & Dreams beauty box as a one-off, limited edition (non-subscription) purchase.   About the Brand Derived from the French word for ‘truth’, Verité creates skincare true to nature, produced with a harmonious, ethical and honest respect for the earth and its resources. Founded by Janin Dei-Conti, a trained aromatherapist, Verité takes a holistic approach to beauty, formulating with the intention to nourish and restore skin while also uplifting the mind and spirit.  This pair more than live up to that objective.  GOOD NIGHT Recovery & Repair Sleep Mask   Employing Probiotics…

  • Urang Natural Cleansing Oil
    first cleanse,  Urang

    Urang Natural Cleansing Oil

    the claim The Urang Natural Cleansing Oil is a vegan blend of seed oils designed to cleanse away impurities, clear pores and remove sunscreen and makeup while also protecting the skin barrier. It’s gentle and safe, free of preservatives, mineral oil, synthetic fragrance, additives and harmful ingredients making it suitable for all skin types, even sensitive.     the ingredients Carthamus Tinctorius (Safflower) Seed Oil, Prunus Armeniaca (Apricot) Kernel Oil, Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Seed Oil, Polyglyceryl-2 Sesquioleate, Polyglyceryl-10 Decaoleate, Polyglyceryl-10 Caprylate/Caprate, Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil*, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil*, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Sweet Almond) Oil, Olea Europaea (Olive) Fruit Oil, Citrus Nobilis (Mandarin Orange) Oil, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride  …

  • hydrating toner,  moisturize,  Vegreen

    Vegreen Cream & Toner

    the brand EWG green, vegan, cruelty free, fragrance free & environmentally responsible, I was excited to try VEGREEN for the first time recently. Their name is derived from the combination of “vegetable” and “green”, that represents their skincare philosophy. To create skincare that is natural, safe and eco-friendly is the brand’s objective. The products I received include their toner and cream⁣⁣.     Vegreen 730 Daily Moisture Cream With a minimal formula of 11 simple ingredients, this cream promises daily skin moisturising for all. ⁣⁣ ⁣⁣  730 represents the number of (twice daily) applications in a year. This is indeed a simple cream which makes sense when you’re claiming universal…

  • Urang Brightening Blue Oil
    oil,  Urang

    Urang Brightening Blue Oil Serum

    the claim A product that claims to brighten, heal and protect skin, the Urang Brightening Blue Oil Serum is all natural, vegan and EWG green.     the ingredients Camellia Sinensis (Green Tea) Seed Oil, Tocopherol (Vitamin E), Alpha-bisabolol, Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Oil     The four ingredient formula returns an all green safe assessment from CosDNA and EWG resources.     the science Green Tea is a potent antioxidant that helps neutralise free radicals, reduce inflammation, clear cell damage and repair wrinkles. Rich in Catechins, a group of natural compounds called Polyphenols (EGCG in particular) that protect against UV radiation and environmental stressors, green tea also helps to…

  • first cleanse,  The Body Shop

    The Body Shop Camomile Sumptuous Cleansing Butter

    the claim The The Body Shop Camomile Sumptuous Cleansing Butter claims to be a luxurious way to remove all makeup while purifying, cleansing and refreshing the skin for a silky soft finish. Suitable for sensitive skin.     the science Represented at the highest concentration in a relatively short formula of 14 ingredients is Ethylhexyl Palmitate, a mineral oil replacement comprising an ester of 2-ethylhexyl alcohol and palmitic acid. Non-occlusive emollient properties help it to reduce water loss and keep skin moist and supple without creating a film on the surface. Next, Synthetic Wax, is derived form a mixture of oils and helps to bind, stabilise and enhance texture.  …

  • wash off,  Wildcrafted Organics

    Wildcrafted Organics Wild Berry Masque

    the claim The Wildcrafted Organics Wild Berry Masque comprises 85% Certifed Organic and Wild Harvested Ingredients. It claims to be a luscious honey based cleanser, exfoliant and masque rich in skin loving nutrients, antioxidants and the purest New Zealand clay for healthy, beautifully radiant skin.     the science Topping the INCI is organic Honey. Strong antimicrobial, antifungal, antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties in honey make it a great cleanser while also protecting the skin and helping to prevent premature aging. As a humectant, it draws and retains moisture for increased skin hydration and suppleness. Halloysite Clay is a pure white New Zealand clay that enhances cleansing and exfoliation. It is…

  • oil,  The Jojoba Company

    Jojoba Company Ultimate Youth Potion

    the claim The Jojoba Company Ultimate Youth Potion claims to be a deeply moisturising facial oil that restores skin elasticity with the full spectrum of vitamins (A, B, C, D, E, F), essential omega acids (3, 6, 9) and potent antioxidants.     the science The brand’s hero ingredient, Jojoba Seed Oil is composed of 97% wax esters. This oil/wax resembles human sebum ensuring fast and effortless absorption into the skin for superior moisturisation without clogging pores. Additionally, this characteristic helps regulate sebum production and balance facial oils. Important for skin cell regeneration, it is rich in natural Vitamin A while essential omega 6 and 9 fatty acids help repair…

  • Skocktail Moisjito
    serum,  Skocktail

    Skocktail Moisjito

    the claim The Skocktail Moisjito claims to perform the role of both serum and moisturiser in one step to immediately plump, nourish and repair skin.     the science There are two hero ingredients in the Skocktail Moisjito formula, both well known in the skincare arena. Firstly, at the highest concentration is Hyaluronic Acid (HA), present at a low molecular weight of 5nm (diameter). HA occurs naturally in the skin, a humectant that has the ability to draw over 1000 times its weight in moisture from the atmosphere to keep it supple and fresh. One gram of HA can hold up to six litres of water. Revitalizing the skin’s outer…

  • oil,  The Ordinary

    The Ordinary “B” Oil

    the claim The Ordinary’s “B” Oil claims to solubilize a purified form of micro-algae in a blend of squalane and marula, argan, baobab, pataua, brazil nut, inca inchi, rosehip and borage oils to support healthy skin defense, enhance radiance, quench free radicals and help balance pro-irritant mediators.     the science The oils included at the largest volumes in the blend closely resemble human sebum in structure, ensuring rapid penetration, deep hydration and no greasy residue. The first is Squalane which comprises three major antioxidants, namely, Vitamin E, Polyphenols and Phytosterols, for ultimate protection against free radicals and restorative function. Crambe Abyssinica Seed Oil offers a strong concentration of Omega…

  • Tia'm Snail & Azulene Low pH Clenaser
    second cleanse,  Tia'm

    Tia’m Snail & Azulene Low pH Cleanser

    the claim The Tia’m Snail & Azulene Low pH Cleanser is a mild gel cleanser that helps to maintain a healthy skin pH while also reducing skin irritation that can be caused by cleansing.     the science Represented at the highest concentration, following water, is Cocamidopropyl Betaine. This ingredient is a gentle surfactant which acts as a cleansing and lathering agent. According to beauty guru, Paula Begoun of Paula’s Choice Skincare, it is too mild to clean adult skin when used alone. Thus the requirement for Sodium Lauroyl Methyl Isethionate at position 3. A water soluble, sulfate-free, coconut derived surfactant, it too is incredibly mild and considered one of…