Notes on Nature

The winter solstice, A.K.A the hibernal solstice, is the exact moment when the North Pole is as far from the sun as it will get all year. It occurs on the longest night, but marks the start of days getting longer again, which is cause for celebration! Here are some of the myriad ways the event is celebrated across the hemisphere.

It’s been an excellent year for Nature's rights. In case you didn’t know, the Rights of Nature movement recognises that our ecosystems (including things like natural bodies of water, animals and trees) are entitled to legal rights, just like people. It recognises that we’re part of Nature, rather than separate or better than it. Here are some Nature rights highlights from the past 12 months.

Essential oils don’t just smell wonderful; they’re mighty ingredients known to help with wellbeing. But essential oils should always be approached with knowledge and caution. Our founder, Rivka, is a trained aromatherapist who has been bringing her skills and expertise to  our products since the seventies. We asked her to tell us more about essential oils and how to blend them. 

Here's more good news for Nature's Rights: a local council in the Netherlands has become the first in the country to recognise Nature as a legal entity that can be represented in court. 

Argan oil only grows in one very specific part of Morocco, but it's loved the world over as a hair elixir. What's all the fuss about? Read on for our deep dive into one of Nature's cult haircare ingredients.

A new report from the Vegan Society has found that consumers find labels on cosmetics and toiletries confusing. According to the charity, only 48.7% of people understand what the term ‘cruelty-free’ means, whilst just 30% understand the meaning of ‘vegan’ on cosmetics.  Everything we make is vegan and cruelty-free, so here’s our guide to what both claims mean…

Wherever you live in the UK, you won’t be far away from a river. Research shows that time spent close to rivers and canals can make us feel happy and healthy.  But thanks to pollution and urbanisation, our rivers are in danger. A shocking 0% of all rivers in England and Northern Ireland are classed as 'good overall', and currently none are safe to bathe in. So, what action can we take to help save our precious waterways?

You may have noticed that all our shampoo and conditioner is silicone-free. But what’s so bad about silicones, anyway? And does switching to a silicone-free shampoo really make that much of a difference to your hair? Here’s why so many people are swapping this once-popular ingredient out of their haircare routine.

There are business conferences, and then there’s Blue Summit. This annual gathering in Bristol is described as “the only purpose-driven summit for people in business inspired by the great outdoors.” We were there to talk about Nature On the Board, but we were also there to listen and learn. And with an impressive line-up of speakers and events, there was no shortage of ‘wow moments’.

Recycling Week’s about to begin. You might be a dedicated recycler, making sure you put all your waste in the right bin, but what happens to the items sent for recycling? We’ve been wondering the same. To find the answers, we took a behind-the-scenes tour of our local recycling centre.

When it comes to skincare routines, body lotion is sometimes overlooked. Often, we choose our facial moisturiser very carefully, selecting separate products for day and night. But the skin on our body gets thirsty too – and moisturising it is the perfect excuse to build a little pampering into your daily routine. Here’s what to look for in a natural body lotion.

There’s no denying it: autumn has arrived. While conkers, leaves, rain and temperatures are falling, it’s time to give your skin a much-needed seasonal lift. Here’s how…