Dr Botanicals Vegan Skincare Range Review

If you are looking for a cruelty-free and vegan skincare brand, this post may be for you, with various products for several skin types, not to mention a delicate baby skincare range. Dr Botanicals aim is to create natural skin care products that deliver results. Here are a few you should check out first.

Grapefruit & Watermelon Refreshing Cleanser

The Grapefruit & Watermelon Superfood Refreshing Cleanser is rich in antioxidants and natural botanical extracts that gently clean to help prevent imperfections without drying out your skin. Particularly beneficial if you are looking to introduce more vitamin C into your skincare routine as grapefruit is not only an excellent source but also helps stimulate the production of collagen.

Benefits

• AHAs for a brighter complexion

•Antioxidant rich

• Reduces excess oil

• Vitamin C helps aid collagen production

Ingredients:

Aqua (Water), Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Coco-Glucoside, Glycerin, Sodium Chloride, Xanthan Gum, Benzyl Alcohol, Coconut Acid, Gluconolactone, Limonene, Citrus Grandis(Grapefruit) Peel Oil, Sodium Benzoate, Citric Acid, Dehydroacetic Acid, Citrullus Vulgaris(Watermelon) Seed Oil, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis(Orange) Peel Oil Expressed, Calcium Gluconate.

Avocado & Almond Superfood Nourishing Body Oil

Enriched with natural vitamins and ideal for daily use, the Avocado & Almond Superfood Nourishing Body Oil is a light oil that hydrates and leaves skin smooth. Avocado Oil is high in Vitamin E and fatty acids that hydrate and protect the skin, whilst Almond Oil keeps skin glowing. Oil is beneficial in the winter when the skin is dryer than usual.

This oil also contains Raspberry Seed Oil, which has many antioxidants, including vitamins C and E.

Ingredients:

Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Sweet Almond) Oil, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Olea Europaea (Olive) Fruit Oil, Persea Gratissima (Avocado) Oil, Limnanthes Alba (Meadowfoam) Seed Oil, Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract, Crambe Abyssinica Seed Oil, Rubus Idaeus (Raspberry) Seed Oil, Tocopherol.

Artichoke Superfood Firming Night Moisturiser

Artichokes are high in vitamins C, A, and K. The vegetable ranks among the most antioxidant-rich of all vegetables making the Artichoke Superfood Firming Night Moisturiser key to flawless skin. The moisturiser also contains cucumber, which highly effectively condition the skin and combat dark circles. Cucumber alone is called a highly effective skin tonic.

Ingredients:

Aqua (Water), Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Glycerin, Glyceryl Stearate SE, Cetearyl Alcohol, Stearic Acid, Benzyl Alcohol, Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/VP Copolymer, Xanthan Gum, Gluconolactone, Cucumis Sativus (Cucumber) Fruit Extract, Sodium Benzoate, Cynara Scolymus (Artichoke) Seed Oil, Dehydroacetic Acid, Calcium Gluconate.

Cocoa & Coconut Superfood Reviving Hydrating Mask

The Cocoa & Coconut Face Mask is a great skincare routine addition if you suffer from a dry, dull complexion. The hydrating mask is blended with grape seed oil, sunflower seed extract, jojoba & sweet almond oil, which contains potent antioxidants, omega-3 and fatty acids to leave skin calm and soft and moisturised after every use. Cocoa Butter and Coconut Oil are emollients that penetrate the skin to restore moisture while supporting its natural barrier function. Also high in antioxidants that help fight damage from free radicals such as pollution and UV rays. The mask increases the antioxidant count in the skin in 10 minutes however an additional 10 minutes provides prolonged pampering.

Ingredients:

Aqua (Water), Kaolin, Glycerin, Cetearyl Alcohol, Glyceryl Stearate SE, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Oil, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Sweet Almond) Oil, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter, Benzyl Alcohol, Acacia Decurrens/Jojoba/Sunflower Seed Wax/Polyglyceryl-3 Esters, Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Seed Oil, Xanthan Gum, Theobroma Cacao (Cocoa) Seed Butter, Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate, Lactic Acid, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil, Tocopherol, Dehydroacetic Acid, Salicylic Acid, Phytic Acid, Vanilla Planifolia Fruit Extract, Sorbic Acid, Citric Acid.

Orange Restoring Facial Serum

The lightweight Orange Restoring Facial Serum combines the benefits of water and Mandarin Peel Oil. The hydrating serum aims to reduce the visible signs of ageing while providing superb hydration.

Ingredients:
Aqua (Water), Benzyl Alcohol, Polysorbate 20, Cellulose Gum, Chondrus CripsusPowder, Limonene, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf JuicePowder, Ceratonia Siliqua Gum, Salicylic Acid, Glucose, Citrus Nobilis (Mandarin) Peel Oil, Glycerin, Sorbic Acid, Rosa Moschata Seed Oil, Hippophae, Rhamnoides (Seabuckthorn) Fruit Oil, Tocopherol.

Personal Thoughts

The Grapefruit & Watermelon Refreshing Cleanser is my must-have of the above products I have personally tried. Not only does it smell delicious, but it leaves skin feeling refreshed and supple. Another thing I found is that my complexion has looked brighter. After reviewing the full Dr Botanicals product range, I have also selected several on my wish list.

Coffee Superfood Renewing Facial Exfoliator

This Coffee Superfood Renewing Facial Exfoliator buffs dead skin cells to reveal a clearer complexion. Coffee Oil and shea butter make this high in antioxidants and fatty acids. Both nourish and help counteract dryness with anti-inflammatory benefits. The walnut shell formulated product may not be compatible with all skin types as it is a physical exfoliant.

Ingredients:

Aqua (Water), Kaolin, Glycerin, Juglans Regia (Walnut) Shell Powder, Cetearyl Alcohol, Glyceryl Stearate SE, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Sweet Almond) Oil, Coffea Arabica (Coffee) Seed Extract, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter, Acacia Decurrens/Jojoba/Sunflower Seed Wax/Polyglyceryl-3 Esters, Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Seed Oil, Benzyl Alcohol, Xanthan Gum, Theobroma Cacao (Cocoa) Seed Butter, Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate, Caramel, Tocopherol, Arginine, Salicylic Acid, Phytic Acid, Dehydroacetic Acid, Sorbic Acid, Citric Acid.

Kale Superfood Nourishing Day Moisturiser

Kale contains Vitamins A, B, C, and K, iron, and antioxidants that reduce fine lines and wrinkles. It is also known for tightening pores, promoting collagen production, increasing cell turnover, preventing free-radical damage, and detoxifying the skin. The added Cocoa Butter encourages smoother skin.

Ingredients:

Aqua (Water), Glycerin, Cetearyl Alcohol, Glyceryl Stearate SE, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Sweet Almond) Oil, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter, Crambe Abyssinica Seed Oil, Benzyl Alcohol, Jojoba Esters, Cucumis Sativus (Cucumber) Fruit Extract, Theobroma Cacao (Cocoa) Seed Butter, Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate, Xanthan Gum, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Wax, Arginine, Tocopherol, Salicylic Acid, Phytic Acid, DehydroaceticAcid, Acacia decurrens Flower Extract, Polyglycerin-3, Sorbic Acid, Brassica Oleracea Acephala Leaf Extract, Citric Acid, Sodium Benzoate, Potassium Sorbate.

Still unsure where to start? Dr Botanicals also have pre-selected kits for you to try for a selection of routines.

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