Skincare labels can certainly be confusing. You may find there are words you aren't sure of, ingredients you don't know or whether they are good for your skin or not. It's difficult especially when you want to treat yourself to a new skincare product and you want the best products to give the best results, the question is 'is this right for you?'You certainly need to do your research and there are various benefits to reading skincare labels: Understanding Ingredients:  Skincare labels list the ingredients from the highest to lowest in concentration. This allows you to know exactly what goes on your...

There are many reasons to switch to vegan beauty products. We thought we'd explain the most important ones and why Buddha Beauty Skincare brings wonderful benefits not only to your skin but the planet that we live in.  🌿 Buddha Beauty is proud to be a vegan founded company. Since our conception in 2011, we are true to our ethics and what we stand for. We have never been about ticking the boxes but about true compassion and kindness towards animals. 🌿 Our founder, Llewelyn, is vegan and strongly believes in a cruelty free world. He is a long term hands on...

What Is A Facial Serum? We’ve all been guilty of not knowing what a facial serum is! Serums can be confusing and you might not even think you need to use one for your daily skincare routine, so let's talk Serums and why our skin needs it!  A serum is a water or oil based light weight moisturiser containing high concentrates of active ingredients, its intent is to deliver these powerful ingredients directly into your skin. It is made up of small molecules making it particularly suited to this job. But can facial serums replace hydrating moisturisers and facial oils? The answer is No. Even though...

In the morning, it can be tempting to skip a couple of steps in your facial routine. You’ve slept in, you’re rushing around trying to not be late for work, and it’s more likely that you’ll sacrifice your cleansing routine than say, breakfast, coffee or your makeup! A toner is the most obvious step that people neglect and it’s common for people to question whether they even need to use a toner. Whilst it might feel like a pointless step in your cleansing routine, you really should make the time and effort to include it – trust us, you and your skin will thank...

Everybody’s skin produces oil! Your sebaceous glands produce sebum, an oily or waxy substance that moisturizes and protects your skin and hair. Oily skin happens when your glands produce too much sebum, which can lead to a greasy surface, clogged pores, and acne. But don't worry though as oily skin is perfectly normal! There are several things to keep in mind when caring for oily skin including using natural, organic products is the best course of action. Here at Buddha Beauty Vegan Skincare, we have the perfect combination of natural organic skincare products that will help balance out oily skin and allow you to enjoy your day...

Lemongrass has a powerful fresh zingy scent and is often used in cooking, herbal medicine, and the essential oil is used in skincare products... but do you know exactly what lemongrass is?! Here we delve into the benefits of using this gorgeous grassy plant and learn why it's so amazing!   What is Lemongrass? Lemongrass is a herb that belongs to the grass family of Poaceae. It is a tropical green leaf plant and looks rather like spring onions! The leaves and stalks are used in cooking and traditional herbal medicine. What is Lemongrass Oil? Lemongrass Oil is extracted from the leaves and the stalks of...

Have you ever tried filing your feet? Or are you not quite sure what this is? Often feet are overlooked and not the main focus of a self care program, but it's so important to keep our feet healthy, soft and smooth. What is a Foot File?A foot file is a tool used for exfoliating and removing rough, dead skin from the soles of your feet that has built up over time. A foot file is a fantastic way to keep your feet in good condition and to achieve cleaner, healthier feet. Our Buddha Beauty Foot File is a high quality easy-to-use file which contains over 190...

Something we all love... a massage!! But do you know the benefits?A regular body massage has a variety of benefits as they help to reduce stress, improve circulation, reduce pain and improve overall mental wellbeing. Here, we will talk about the their key benefits: RelaxationGetting a body massage can be incredibly relaxing. The soothing combination of kneading and pressure helps to ease muscle tension and bring about peacefulness. Massages can also help reduce stress levels by releasing endorphins, which are hormones that work as natural painkillers and mood boosters. Plus, it can assist in decreasing cortisol levels - a hormone linked to stress....