Notes on Nature

Summer is amazing. Longer, warmer days mean more time spent in Nature, which is looking (and smelling!) pretty good at this time of year. But all those hours spent in the great outdoors can create chaos for your skin. From harsh sun to itchy insect bites, there are plenty of skin issues to contend with in the hotter months. Here are some of our skincare tips for calming things right down.

The longest day has arrived, and many plants are in bountiful bloom right now. Plants and flowers are inextricably linked to the summer solstice: in ancient celebrations, healing herbs were believed to be at their most powerful and potent when harvested on this day. Here are some of the beautiful plants associated with this wonderful time of year.

We love refilling! And World Refill Day (that’s today) is the perfect chance to kick-start a refilling ritual. Refilling massively reduces plastic waste: think small switches that make a huge positive impact on the planet. In the spirit of the day (and beyond), we asked our team to share their expert refilling hacks. 

We’re shouting it from the treetops: we just became a B Corp! But what does ‘B Corp’ mean? We ask...

Grapefruit & Orange is one of our most-loved blends – we’ve even heard rumours of a celebrity hairstylist recommending the shampoo to their clients! And it’s no wonder; when these two citrus fruits get together, they can do great things for your skin, hair and sense of smell. So, what exactly is so wonderful about grapefruit and orange essential oils?

It’s World Bee Day, and there’s a very good reason why these little creatures get their own date on the international calendar. They might often be ignored or even batted away, but bees are crucial to our future – and way more intelligent than you might think. Sadly, though, bees are at serious risk. Here’s why they’re so vital, so wonderful – and what you can do to help them out.

Ah, coconut oil. Miraculous, multi-tasking coconut oil. The oil of this exotic drupe (that’s a fruit with a single nut inside) is loved the world over, for cooking, cosmetics – even cleaning. Here’s why people can’t get enough of coconut oil.

Here’s our latest list of cultural happenings with a Nature edge. From a free celebration of rivers to a festival in a forest, there are plenty of al fresco summer happenings to enjoy. Plus there’s a fascinating book to add to your to-be-read pile and a spectacular documentary to watch.

While we can (and will!) give you anecdotal insights into all the changes we’ve seen, a more rigorous approach is also necessary — one that is independent and objective. Which is why we're so happy to share that you don’t just have to take our word for it. The University of Sydney's Sydney Environment Institute is conducting a two year research program into the effects of Faith In Nature’s decision to appoint Nature to its board.

It’s nearly eight months since we made Nature a director of Faith In Nature — giving the natural world a voice and a vote on all we do. It felt like planting a seed in the business world — not knowing exactly what it would grow into. But though it is still early days, green shoots are appearing and we’re discovering more and more about it. It can be fragile, it can be forthright, it can be playful. But it is always transformative.

Rosemary’s having a moment. Or rosemary oil is, at least. Over on TikTok, everybody’s talking about it. And a lot of people have been ordering our Rosemary Shampoo and Conditioner. We’ve been using the beneficial oil from this Mediterranean herb in our haircare range for decades. Why the buzz now?

Since its inception in the USA in 1970, Earth Day has become a global phenomenon, with over 1 billion people in 192 countries taking part. Earth Day is a brilliant opportunity to celebrate our planet and help protect its future. But what if you could keep the goodness going beyond the 22nd April? Follow our tips to help make every day Earth Day.