Notes on Nature

You might have noticed we like a (really big!) splash of colour. And not without good reason. We’...

Welcome to Culture Forager Vol II. If you hadn’t heard – this is a place for you to root around and rummage in what’s been piquing our interest each month. From books to albums, festivals to exhibitions (and pretty much anything else we think you should know about) we’re here to take you through our top five foraged findings.

Seawater, chlorine, humidity and UV rays – our hair has a lot to contend with when summer sets in. But fun in the sun doesn’t need to suffer. Keep damage off the itinerary and frizz out of the forecast in a few simple steps. Say hello to shiny happy hair all summer long.

Isn’t there something so satisfying about making things from scratch? That feeling when a few humble ingredients come together to stir-up something amazing. No, we’re not talking about cake. Although, making your own DIY face and body scrubs can be just as delicious.

The Lake District has always held a special place in our hearts as well as our products (all of o...

Set up in 2017 by Surfers Against Sewage, Plastic Free Communities is a UK-wide network of passio...

We know, change is scary. Our hair care routines become so habitual, it’s hard to switch them up. You’ve probably heard about our zero-waste shampoo and conditioner bars (admittedly, we like to talk about them a lot) but maybe you need a little more convincing. Do they even lather? Will they even work? Here’s everything you need to know.

The plastics problem is bigger than any one of us. But imagine if all of us did one thing differently. For #PlasticFreeJuly (or as we like to call it, plastic free always) we’re looking at ways we can turn the tide on waste. Here are nine easy ways to reduce your plastic footprint every day.

Whether you’re recreating a spa retreat or squeezing in five mindful minutes before bed – dry brushing suits every kind of self-care routine. It’s quick. It’s effective. And it’s satisfyingly simple. Here’s how to take your skin from glum to glowing in a matter of minutes with this natural (and inexpensive) exfoliation technique. 

As summer days come back around and nature buzzes in the balmy heat, it’s a given that we’re spending more time adventuring outdoors. Soaking up the sun is great news for mood-boosting vitamin D, but too much of the bright stuff can be hard on our skin and hair – then there’s the sea water, chlorine, dust and sweat to deal with. Keep your hair healthy and your skin glowing all summer long with these hot weather hair and skincare tips.

Curly girls – we’ve got you covered. This month we caught up with natural beauty and curl care extraordinaire @abbiecurls to clue-up on how she works our naturally nourishing Shea & Argan range into her three step wash day routine. 

The summer solstice is here again and all around the northern hemisphere age-old celebrations like bonfires, feasts and festivals are underway, but there are quieter ways to revel in the daylight hours. A walk in nature, a picnic in the sun, or an afternoon creating cyanotype prints.