Natural Origin's policy is to use virgin, unrefined ingredients which are cold pressed to preserve the antioxidants, minerals and vitamins that nourish, soften and revitalise dull skin and brings relief to sensitive skin.  Our products are gently scented with essential oils chosen for their therapeutic  effect .

African Black Soap

Black Soap originates from West Africa and comes from plantain skin mixed with palm kernel oil to form the soap.  It is a natural source of vitamins A & E and iron.  The colour of this soap will vary depending on how long the plantains skins have been roasting for but it will range from somewhere between light to dark brown and resembles speckled rocks. 

For centuries, Ghanaians have used Black Soap to help relieve acne, oily skin, clear blemishes and various other skin issues. African Black soap has also been used to achieve beautiful skin. Africans have also used this natural soap for bathing and washing their hair. Great for removing make-up.  Black Soap will leave your skin soft, clear and smelling delicious.

Aloe Vera  

A natural moisturizer which provides a wide range of vitamins, minerals and amino acids to the skin and body.  Also an anti-inflammatory that helps reduce itching and burning.

Beeswax

Used for consistency and is calming on irritated skin.  It also creates a natural protective barrier to the skin and lips to retain essential nutrients and moisture.

Carrot Oil

Carrot Oil is extracted from the carrot, it aids the rejuvenation of cells in the epidermis and neutralises the forming of free radicals.  Beneficial for dry skin and eczema.

Castille Soap

Castille soap is made exclusively from vegetable oil rather than animal fat or synthetic substances.  There is a wide variety of castille variants that use oil from plants such as coconut, olive and jojoba. The simple nature of the soap means a lesser environmental impact due to reduced waste stream during manufacture and also faster biodegradability.

While castille soaps can have additional synthetic ingredients, usually you'll find if it's marketed under that name, it's a fairly natural sort of product.  They will often contain glycerine - a moisturising ingredient which is usually taken out of commercial soap.

Castor Oil

Extracted from the castor bean, it is used as an emollient to maintain soft and supple skin and for treating hair loss.

Cocoa Butter  

Cocoa Butter is naturally rich in Vitamin E as well as a number of other vitamins and minerals. Vitamin E helps to soothe, hydrate, and balance the skin and also provides the skin collagen which assists with wrinkles and other signs of ageing.  Since Cocoa Butter absorbs so quickly, it immediately relieves dry and irritated skin.

Coconut Oil

Coconut oil helps protect against skin cancer and other blemishes and helps prevent premature aging and wrinkling.  It is also excellent as a hair conditioner.

Emu Oil

Emu oil has anti inflammatory properties which can penetrate down into muscle tissue and joints which can relieve the aches and pains associated with arthritis and rheumatism, sporting injuries and tension related muscular soreness.  With its combined effects of naturally occurring Vitamin E and A of which it is one of the richest souces—and the anti inflammatory properties, aids in skin repair promoting faster healing. An excellent moisturiser in its own right works to transform rough, dry skin to a smoother and healthier texture.  NOTE – Not suitable for Vegans.

Evening Primrose Oil

An oil rich in Omega 6 and GLA re-known for its moisturising and softening effects.

Glycerin

An alcohol produced when splitting fats which can be be animal, vegetable or synthetic.   Ours is vegetable.  Glycerin retains the moisture on the top layer of the skin and is also moisturising and softening.

Jojoba Oil

Jojoba Oil is extracted from the seeds of the jojoba plant  It helps to reduce wrinkles and promotes the growth of new skin cells.  Easily absorbed by the skin it has a natural built in sunscreen of 4. Beneficial for oily skin and acne.

Macadamia Nut Oil

Readily absorbed by the skin, this oil is especially good to use for mature and dry skin which has difficulty retaining its moisture. 

Olive Oil

Olive oil is high in antioxidants, including vitamin E which protects against age-accelerating free radicals.

Olive oil also promotes a smooth radiant complexion maintaining elasticity of skin.  It is also very good for dry brittle nails and cuticles as well as an excellent conditioner for hair.

Peach Kernel Oil

Extracted from the kernel of the apricot. This is easily absorbed by the skin.  Beneficial for sensitive, mature, dry and oily skin.  Effective around the eyes.

Pottasium Allum

This is a natural anti-perspirant that you can use safely  which offers protection for 8-12 hours.  It is NOT the same as aluminium found in commercial products!

Shea Butter  

Shea Butter is rich in Vitamin A & E as well as complex fatty acids which are essential for healthy skin.  They help to restore natural elasticity to the skin and promote regeneration of damaged skin cells which is why it is used extensively in Africa for blemishes, wrinkles, dermatitis, rashes, eczema, sunburns, wounds and insect bites.

Sweet Almond Oil  

Rich in Vitamins E, A B & D , proteins, glucosides and linoeic acid it has beneficial effects on hair, dry skin and brittle nails and is suitable for all skin type and sensitive skin.

Thistle Oil

Rich in vitamins and containing a great deal of linoleic acid (an essential fatty acid).  Quickly absorbed by the skin.

Vitamin A

Rejuvenates the skin, inhibits inflammation and helps diminish the appearance of wrinkles leaving it soft smooth and supple.

Vitamin E Oil

Used as an anti-oxidising agent in creams, lotions and massage oils.  It also has a healing effect.  Vitamin E absorbs dangerous UV rays from the sun and may have a healing effect on sores and pierced skin.