However, a lot of those chemicals are clearly not good for your skin. They work against

your skin, and can cause problems.

Some of the most common nasties include:

1) SLS/SLES. This is a chemical that is added to products to make it foam. They are

also used in products that clean garage floors and degrease engines! The problems

associated with SLS’s include skin and eye irritation. In fact, they are so well known to

be an irritant that in clinical studies on products such as moisturisers or lotions a

subject’s skin is deliberately irritated with SLS so that the calming effect of the

product can be ascertained!

They can cause the skin structure to break apart, causing roughness.

Animals exposed to SLS experienced eye damage, depression, laboured breathing,

diarrhea, severe skin irritation and corrosion.

2) Anything ending in ‘Paraben’ (Butyl, Methyl, Ethyl, propyl)

These are artificial preservatives; evidence suggests that they mimic oestrogen in the

body. Too much oestrogen causes a range of health problems. They can also cause skin

allergies and digestive problems.

Some anti-bacterial soaps contain MIT (methylisothiazolinone), which some studies have

found to be allergenic, cytotoxic and linked to nerve cell death.

We have taken steps to find you soap, that not only keeps you clean and smelling fresh,

but also working in harmony with your skin. Furthermore, it is not damaging to the

environment when it goes down the drain.

Handmade Organic Soap Products

These soaps are natural, 100% organic, handmade and fairtrade, so they are a great deal

for everyone. They are made in the UK. They contain no nasty chemicals, no animal

products, no synthetic dye or fragrances, or petroleum based substances and parabens.

Their packaging is either made from recycled materials, or are a combination of postconsumer

waste and natural plant fibres (i.e. straw, hemp, banana leaf). It is also

minimal and recyclable or compostable.

They also come in 9 great scents! (all natural of course!)

They are made using the traditional cold-process method and are allowed to cure for a

total of eight weeks before being available for sale. This curing time creates a high

quality bar of soap which lasts longer and is very gentle to your skin. The soaps also,

contain an extra percentage of olive and coconut oils, thus creating a highly moisturising

bar, which retains 100% of its natural glycerine. (It is removing the natural glycerine

from soaps that causes them to be drying. Interestingly enough, when conventional

soaps have the glycerine removed it is then sold to be used in moisturisers.)

Aleppo Soap

Aleppo soap is completely natural. It contains no perfumes, colours or other additives.

The main ingredients are Olive and Laurel oil.

Aleppo soap has been made and used for thousands of years. It has been shown to be

very good for combating skin problems, and is great for people with very sensitive skin

or eczema.

It is highly moisturising so it won’t dry your skin out, and can be used on body, face and

hair, instead of shower gel or shampoo. It is also good to use as shaving soap.

The production of the soap is non-polluting.

It actually improves with age

It is economical because it is so dense it can last for months.

Total ingredients are; Olive and laurel oils, soda ash, water and salt.

Try some – you’ll never use anything else again…..

Aloe Vera Soap

all skin types.

Summary

As you can see, we have brought together a range of soaps for every person. Indeed, if you

took the plunge, so to speak, by using these soaps (particularly the Aleppo soap) you could

get rid of dozens of awful, overpriced liquids in plastic bottles from your bathroom.

Why not try it, and save a fortune on your shopping at the same time? Go to www wikanikolife.co.uk.

cosmetics: Then after you have succumbed to them constantly mentioning how good

you look and they’ve asked you countless times what you have done to yourself, to

look sooo good, you will want to share your secret with them. Organic to Australian

food standards, these colour cosmetics are in a class of their own. They not only make

you look good – they make you feel good too. Silky, smooth cake and liquid foundations

which simply glide onto your skin, easily blending using the sponge for the cake

foundation which, come with each compact for a flawless finish, used on the cat walk.

Gorgeous eye shadows enable you to go from subtle daywear to dramatic evening

wear with a sweep of a brush. A little goes a long way. Super smooth lipsticks glide

onto your lips giving you that full voluptuous look that is so in at the moment sheer

heaven to wear. Finish off with a touch of lip lustre for that stunning glamorous look. No

nasties in sight – not even in the price. Try them. You’ll be so glad you did and your

face will thank you too. Be good to yourself; treat yourself to a touch of luxury.

The Nvey Eco Philosophy

Green is the new black! More than just a colour, NVEY ECO is a true Organic Make-up

line that fuses high fashion and nature. After years of expansion internationally, NVEY

make-up (pronounced n-vay) from Down Under delivers the latest in true organic

make-up. Nvey eco has been created through six years of stringent research, testing

and access to the expertise that comes with 50 years of experience in the beauty

industry, and with the launch of the new eco Organic make-up line. NVEY ECO is one

of the leading manufacturers in the organic colour cosmetic sector.

NVEY ECO explodes the myth that ‘going green’ reduces the performance and

application of make up, with the development of unique production methods that retain

the organic profile, while delivering the high performance colour and long lasting

characteristics that NVEY make up is known for internationally.

The high performance characteristics are achieved using certified organic methods,

and ECO comes with a guarantee that the brand is not tested on animals.

Manufactured in Australia, NVEY ECO is made with the most natural organic

ingredients with high colour value pigments to make the application of a professional

look easy to achieve.

NVEY ECO announces that their line of Australian made and certified Organic Make-up

has been approved to use the “Australian Government Certified” logo.

What the press have said about Nvey Eco:

Jane Magazine June/July 2006

“It’s a refreshing replacement to my signature scarlet number”

Vanity Fair Green Issue, May 2006

“Freshen up with Nvey Eco Makeup, an organically certified Australian cosmetics

line…”

American Baby 2007

“ Has super gentle ingredients.”

Hapers Bazaar Australia 2206

“ A natural makeup range that ditches Parabens, petrochemicals and synthetic

fragrances..”

You owe it to yourself to try some today……Go to www.wikanikolife.co.uk and order yours.

Uses

Laundry: Soapnuts wash as effectively as conventional detergents. Soapnuts preserve the colour of your valuable laundry better than chemical detergents. Just put 6-8 shell-halves in the cloth bag supplied (or an old sock) and use instead of your regular detergent. The warmer the water the more saponin will dissolve in the water. Shells can be used for more than one wash but the number of washes per shell bag will depend on the water temperature used and how soft the water is, but usually you can use them for 3 – 7 washes. Discard any remains in your compost bin when they become dark brown and soggy.

Alternatively make a liquid detergent, as below, and use about 100ml for a full load.

Liquid Soap: A liquid soap can be made by boiling about 50g soapnut shells in 1L of water for 20 minutes. When cooled, but not cold, the mixture can be strained and put into a bottle. It is best not to keep the liquid for more than about 2 weeks.

Pet shampoo: Parasites can be removed from pets fur and skin by washing with a mild solution of this liquid soap. Your pet will be left clean, soft and protected from further infestations.

Household cleaning: Good for all household cleaning inside and out including windows, which will be left sparkling after a quick polish with paper towel when dry. A soapnut solution will clean your kitchen and your bath as thoroughly as chemical cleaners do.

Car washing: Add a few soapnut pieces in a warm bucket of water or use the liquid soap you have made and wash your car as usual and polish to a good shine when dry.

Cleaning jewellery: Soapnuts are used as a jewellery polish in India. Soak jewellery in soapnut water then rub, rinse and polish.

Natural pesticide: Soapnuts produce saponins to repel insects. You can use this same product to protect your plants without using chemicals. Fill a spraying bottle with a diluted soapnut solution and spray your plants or use the wash water from your laundry or dish washing.

Other Advantages of using Soapnuts

Soap nuts are a completely renewable, biodegradable material that can be put on your compost heap once spent.

Allergy free and especially good for babies, eczema and sensitive skin. People with allergies and people suffering from dermatitis in particular will benefit from the use of soapnuts, as clothes which were cleaned with soapnuts do not irritate the skin or cause itching.

Keeps your colours bright.

Economical compared to other brands of detergent. 1 kg of soapnuts can be used for up to 150 loads of laundry. You save 20 to 50% compared to normal detergents.

You even save money for the fabric softener because laundry washed with soapnuts turns out surprisingly soft.  Just add some essential oils to the rinse water if you would like your laundry to be scented.

Support the local economy of the regions where it is harvested. Families in India often depend on the harvest of their few trees to supplement their income. 

To order soapnuts or other eco friendly products that don’t cost the earth, go to www.wikanikolife.co.uk.

At the end of the day, it is our responsibility to help protect the world we live in – each and every one of us. Whilst you may think that you alone can’t (or won’t) make a difference, behind the scenes there is a gentle revolution going on. People all over the country are discovering that going greener not only protects the environment for everyone, they can actually save a huge amount of money on their household and shopping bills too – contrary to the belief that ‘green’ means expensive!

 So if you would like to make the world a better place, and you would like to discover ways to reduce your monthly spending – often dramatically, try an interesting company that helps you to unravel the mysteries of ‘greenery’ and at the same time gives you brilliant free tips and ideas for reducing spending, wastage, and the effect on the planet.

 This company is called Wikaniko. It is pronounced ‘We Can Eco’ and already, it is proving to be an outstanding success. The products are supplied through local distributors via word of mouth, leaflets, a fascinating home shopping catalogue, and a stunning cosmetics and toiletries catalogue.

Here’s just a taster: There is a whole range of totally degradable black bags, bin liners, food freezer bags and nappy sacks that do not damage the planet at all. Try out the Eco Clean Ball that allows you to do your washing without the need to buy any more washing detergent – ever. Then, there are gardening, electrical, and water saving products, along with tips and ideas. And there is an excellent range magnotherapy products, at very reasonable prices. Moving on, the cosmetics and toiletries are simply stunning. From award winning NVEY Eco range of cosmetics – so good you can actually eat them – to organic cotton wool, soaps from around the world, natural body deodorants, retro cleaning products, and some superbly priced body care accessories for yourself, or for using as gift ideas. All in all, there are over 750 products, with more being added on a regular basis.

 The company goes much further than simply supplying products. There are incentives etc for all their customers, making the shopping experience extremely pleasant and hassle free, including delivery to your door. The best thing to do is to have a chat with your friendly local distributor, who will be pleased to drop a catalogue off to you, and show you some samples of the products, plus answer any questions you may have about becoming ‘greener’. Wikaniko are also looking for other part time distributors to help spread the word, with the advantage being that not only can you buy your own products (that you use every day) at wholesale prices, you can make some extra money by showing others how to reduce the damaging effects on the environment. It is an extremely pleasant and worthwhile way of gaining an extra income in these trying times!

 For further information on the products, or on how to become a Wikaniko distributor, contact your local Team Distributor, (shown below) with absolutely no obligation.

Jayne Moore. 01271 864217  or check out the website:    www.wikanikolife.co.uk