Neal’s Yard Remedies is a company that sells organic skincare and other personal care products. They were established in 1981 and have many positive attributes such as ethical pioneers, animal-friendly (products not tested on animals) and products do not contain parabens or synthetic colours and fragrances.
All in all a healthy company!
Neal’s Yard Moisturiser Review
I am a Neal’s Yard Consultant and I have been using Neal’s Yard products for over 3 years now (and if you purchase any of the products listed on this page I will earn a commission).
My beauty regimen used to consist of a quick rinse of water and then application of moisturiser. Or if I had makeup on, then some average cleanser to remove the makeup followed by moisturiser.
I really don’t like fragranced products, especially on my face, so I used to use Olay fragrance-free moisturiser. I was hesitant to use Neal’s Yard products because they do smell – but – they are fragranced naturally with essential oils. I discovered that I love the smells of most of the Neal’s Yard products that I’ve tried
and can even have them on my face!
I have used a few different Neal’s Yard Moisturisers:
Rehydrating Rose Daily Moisture
This is described as being a light moisturiser for normal and dehydrated skin. I bought this because I absolutely loved the smell of the Rehydrating Rose Toner (the toner came with my kit when I signed up as a Consultant). However, I didn’t like the smell of the moisturiser on my face. It’s OK on my hands but then it’s not a hand cream!
If you like the smell of rose then this moisturiser is fine for you. I would definitely recommend the toner which would be applied before the moisturiser.
Almond Moisturiser
This moisturiser is described as being for sensitive skin. It’s a blend of sweet almond and evening primrose oils which help to tone, balance, and protect your skin, while preventing it from future moisture loss.
The great thing about this one is it doesn’t smell hardly at all! I like it and although I don’t have sensitive skin it works well on my skin. It’s thicker than the Rose Moisturiser and I find I can give my face a little massage at the same time as rubbing in the moisturiser.
Frankincense Hydrating Cream
I’ve saved my favourite till last! This has rejuvenating frankincense and myrrh essential oils to keep your skin soft and hydrated. It is designed for all skin types. I love the smell of this one and the feel of it on my skin.
I use this on a daily basis in the morning after showering. I usually apply the Rose Toner first – just because I love that smell – and then massage in the Frankincense moisturiser. My skin feels noticeably soft and I don’t know if I’m just blessed with good genes or whether it’s really doing something but I have very few wrinkles. And I’m getting closer to 60 by the week!
So that’s the 3 Neal’s Yard moisturisers that I’ve used. My youngest daughter likes the Almond Moisturiser and my eldest daughter likes the Frankincense range.
If you prefer fragrance-free products then they do have a sensitive skincare range.
Is Neal’s Yard Worth the Money?
I used to have this question and I’ve heard others ask it.
Personally I think it is worth the money. In this day and age there are enough toxins flying around, in our personal care products and even in our foods that I think it’s important to be careful about what we put on our skin.
Neal’s Yard products are natural. They are free from paraben, they are organic and they don’t contain synthetic fragrances. There is plenty that could be written about synthetic fragrances and the harm they do but I won’t go into it here.
Needless to say, natural products with good and healthy ingredients cost more than your average run of the mill skincare product. So Neal’s Yard products are more expensive than some brands – but also not as expensive as other brands.
The question about is it worth the money – well then depends on how much your health is worth to you. If you want to live a long and healthy life then taking care of what you put on your skin is important. The skin is the largest organ in the body and there is plenty of surface area for toxins to enter the bloodstream. It’s not just about preventing a few wrinkles and looking young for as long as possible. It’s about health and longevity.
I recently bought the Frankincense Intense™ Age-Defying Eye Cream. It’s 15g and comes in a small pot. At £45 you might think that’s a lot of money, but I use such a tiny amount due to the high-quality cream, that I think it’s going to last me a few months!
Maybe you can’t afford to replace all your personal care products with Neal’s Yard but I definitely recommend at least getting a moisturiser, cleanser and toner.
Are Neal’s Yard Products Paraben Free?
Not only are Neal’s Yard products paraben-free but there are other ingredients that are not used:
. MEA/DEA derivatives – produce a foaming effect, these derivatives are associated with known carcinogens.
. Parabens – synthetic preservatives which have oestrogen-like activity.
. Phthalates – used in hair sprays and nail varnishes or as a solvent to stabilise the fragrance of a product.
. Silicones – synthetically produced emollients used to create a smooth texture.
. Genetically Modified ingredients.
. Synthetic fragrances – often listed as ‘Parfum’ or ‘Fragrance’ on ingredients lists, some synthetic fragrances can trigger allergies and asthma.
. BHT – a petroleum-derived ingredient is used to prevent products from oxidising.
. Mineral oil – often found in baby oils and balms, mineral oil is derived from petroleum – a non-renewable resource from a polluting industry.
. Triclosan – an antimicrobial and antifungal preservative often used in deodorants/antiperspirants, mouthwashes and toothpaste. Some research indicates it may contribute to antibiotic resistance in bacteria.
For full information on these ingredients and what is used instead read about their Sustainable Ingredients Ethically Sourced.
Save/make money as a Neal’s Yard Consultant
If you sign up as a Neal’s Yard Consultant you not only get a substantial kit of products but you get a discount on anything you buy. You just have to sell a few things to your friends and you’ve made the money to keep yourself supplied with Neal’s Yard products! If you work at it you could even make a little side income.
The contents of the kit change from time to time. There is often an intro start kit available such as this one:
And this full starter-kit:
Check out the starter kits here.
There is no pressure or sales targets so you can take it at your own pace – sell as much or as little as you have time for.
Summary
So that’s my take on Neal’s Yard moisturisers – or at least the ones I’ve tried, along with a little more information about Neal’s Yard. Hope you find it useful!
