H2-Ohhhh // Raw Skincare

Drinking water- some people enjoy it, some people hate it, because of this we thought we would put together a few nifty idea's for you to get in your daily dose of H2O and give you a little bit of knowledge on why you should accept having to pee a million times a day!




When we first started drinking more water at Raw, to see the effect it would have to our skin, our hair and our moods, it was a fight for the loo. Seriously, I must personally have the worlds smallest bladder- I could go about a million times in a day! *slight exaggeration* but I honestly was not expecting to have to go as much as I did. But the difference was huge! I had headaches all the time, most of the time I had put it down to stress, or the computer screen or not enough sleep. That was when I was drinking maybe a small glass of water a day! That is not an exaggeration either. But now, I feel so much more awake, hydrated and I get a lot more exercise having to walk to the toilet twice an hour.

However, the need to pee all the time eventually settled down, it was as if my body was suddenly used to all this extra water and had finally decided what to do with it. My body must have been in complete shock and not known what to do other than climb in their respective cell size lifeboats and hope the flood would stop, *metaphorically of course*.


A great way to drink at a good pace, so you don't overload your body, leaving your feeling bloated.

So why does drinking water help your skin?
Your body needs water to function and operate. FACT. You are made up, mostly of water. SO, by keeping yourself thoroughly hydrated, your body will be able to repair its self faster, remove toxins from your body quicker, and look and feel better.

Of course, this is something you need to do regularly! It won't make a difference over night. Increase your water consumption and see how much better your skin looks and feels after a month. We are sure you will notice a difference!

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What Is Skin? // Raw Skincare

The largest organ we have is the skin- so why would you not treat it with the respect and love you do (we hope*) of all your other organs- we exercise to keep our heart and lungs happy, we eat well (most of the time, right!?*) to keep our liver and stomach happy and we drink plenty of water (don't you!*) to keep our kidneys working effectively.

*Subject to mood, person, time of year, time of month & any other reasons you can think of. 

Say Hello To Your Skin

So although we may not do all of the things listed above it is certainly thought of very regularly. But do you think of your skin's health as often as your do your internal organs? If not, why!? It is very easy to forget about our skin, it is always visible, it protects us from the crazy weather that this planet is subject too- and we do take it for granted. 

So here are just a few of the things our skin does-

• Alarm- Sensory recpetors tell your brain if you are too hot, too cold, are walking on something very sharp- It is your alarm to your environment and helps to protect you.
• Armour- It protects you from bacteria, prevents water loss and protects your blood vessels, nerves, and other organs.
• Thermometer- The skins receptors will be able to tell your brain if you are too hot or too cold and can help regulate temperature by either increasing blood flow to the surface of your skin to get rid of heat if you are too hot, or by constricting capillaries underneath the surface of your skin if you are too cold and need more heat to go to your organs
• Vitamin D- formed inside your body but has to be activated by your skin which needs to be exposed too UV light from the sun (Please be cautious in sun and use suitable protection when needed)

These are just a few of the amazing things your skin can do, treat it with care and love and make sure you nourish and protect it like you (hopefully) do any other organ.

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Our ingredient Frankincense // Raw Skincare

Say hello to Frankincense. One of our lovely ingredients we use in our skincare.

This ingredient, like all of our ingredients has been chosen because of its wonderful properties that help in skincare. It has a woody/spicy aroma that it very pleasant and is yellow-green colour, it is extracted by steam distillation from Oleo gum resin. 

Oleo Gum Resin

So why do we use frankincense in our products?

Frankincense oil is said to help rejuvenate and tone the skin, perking it up to help it look and feel brighter and more awake. This is why we choose to use it in our Hydrasculpt body butter. We do not believe in the term "anit-aging" we feel it is a privilege to grow old. However if you want to slow the appearance of ageing (which unfortunately is inevitable) this body butter is a fantastic way to help perk up your skin while delivering the hydration and nutrients your skin needs.

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January Sale Week 2 // Raw Skincare

This January we have introduced a new sales concept! Every week we are offering a different promotion that you definitely don't want to miss. 

So if you love natural skincare as much as we do then this is a great offer for you!

Get a free lip balm with every order!!

This week we are offering a free lip balm with every order! We will randomly select one of our three lip balms to send to you with every purchase! There is no minimum spend required- buy one lip balm at just £1.98-£2.98 and get another one completely free. Or if you fancy any of our other products, make your choice and you will get a lip balm added to your order!!

The lip balms are 100% natural, we don't have add any chemicals to these products what so ever, so what is stopping you?

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Be Happy In Your Own Skin // Raw Skincare

We know how tough it is to live up to the expectations of the beauty industry- we are part of that industry. So we want to take a minute to tell you how beautiful you are, every lump & bump, every scar, the bits you hate about your self- we love. 

Every body is different, there is not one person on this planet who is what the beauty industry deems as "perfect"- everyone has something they are unhappy with, or something that someone else does not like, but that is what makes us as unique. 

It is time that we all start loving ourselves, loving what we are and who we are. There is no harm in trying to improve yourself change yourself (you don't need improving). As long as your are happy with who you are that is all that matters. If you aren't happy with who you are, it's time to change that image of yourself. Tell yourself you are beautiful, that you are worth it and most of all tell others too! 

Everyone has their own journey, their own story and their own battles. Make someone's day and tell them how nice they look, how happy they make you or that you love them to the moon and back. Small steps will mean a big distance covered in the future, and the bigger steps we take to improving the industry's perfection of what beauty really is, the quicker we will get to that goal! 

Beauty is you. 

Please share this with someone who is struggling to believe that they are beautiful & tell them how beautiful they really are!

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Raw Skincare Lip Balm // Hint Of Mint

Most women I know will own a number of lip balms that occupy space at home, work and handbags- and why wouldn't you? 

With the cold months of winter still waging a war against our skin, your lips are just as vulnerable. We have developed a 100% Natural lip balm that will not only soothe sore dry lips but also help protect you from the harshness of winter. Our Hint of Mint lip balm with gorgeous cocoa butter & coconut oil will moisturise your lips as well as provide you with a protective barrier that will prevent any further damage from the environment.

Our lip balms do not contain any petroleum Jelly which purely coats your lips and does not provide any moisture that your lips need. They are also completely safe to eat- by putting anything on your lips there is a high chance of ingestion. This does not mean to say we recommend them as a healthy snack but they certainly won't do you any harm if you do happen to lick your lips occasionally!

Our Hint of Mint will not only cool and soothe your lips but will also tingle when you put it on, this is thanks to the gorgeous natural peppermint oil we have added. 

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Raw Concentrate Skin Serum- Application & Use

Raw Concentrate skin serum is one of our most popular products. It is suitable for all skin types and is great for facial as well as body application.

So we thought we would answer some of the most common questions asked to help you guys find your perfect Skin Serum routine. 

When should I use Raw Concentrate?

Raw Concentrate is fantastic as an everyday facial moisturiser apply a couple of drops (you really don't need any more for everyday use) and gently massage into your skin in an upwards motion until it has been absorbed. If you are planning on using this product before make-up application make sure you allow around 30minutes for the serum to be fully absorbed into your skin. If you don't think you have time for this, why not try massaging it on after jumping out of the shower- whilst you dry your hair and get dressed it will allow the serum to have time to work its magic before you do your make-up.

Can I use Raw Concentrate as a night Serum?

We find that using a few extra drops of serum just before bed time is great- you should wake up and notice how soft your skin feels in the morning. However we would recommend that you do this as an extra form of pampering and not as an every night routine. When you sleep, your body recharges and repairs its self. By using a night cream or serum every night you will begin to inhibit your bodies natural function of repair as it won't need to help you provide the moisture that your skin naturally needs. After a while your body will stop this function as it will deem it unnecessary- therefore we would recommend not using a night creme or serum on a regular basis, just when your body could do with a little helping hand.  

How should I apply Raw Concentrate? 

Apply a couple of drops to clean hands and rub together until warm. Then gently apply to your skin starting from your neck upwards, in small circular motions. This will help increase circulation to the skin as well as ensuring the serum is gently absorbed.

Can I use Raw Concentrate on my body too?

Raw Concentrate is a fantastic moisturiser and can be used all over your body. Apply a couple of drops to the area you wish to apply the product too and massage in to your skin in small circular motions. 

A little really goes a long way with this product- it is easily absorbed and smells great. A little gem in your skincare routine.