Autumn is an exciting time for Organic Apoteke as many of our organic ingredients are being harvested. Unfortunately this year our UK and USA teams are unable to travel to help with the harvest. But here are some of the rice fields from where we extract our rice bran oil.
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Because our products are in a fluid state, they may appear completely different from the heavier creams or gels that you have used in the past. Don’t let this fool you. Organic Apoteke products are deeply nourishing and protective. One of the problems with heavier creams is that they sit on the surface of the…
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Most skin care products are creams, lotions, gels or oils. Emulsifiers are used to stabilise oils and waters to create creams. But emulsifiers not only prevent the products from soaking into the skin, they can often leech the skin of its essential moisture. Organic Apoteke products are free of emulsifiers. We combine plant oils and…
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What is PCOS? Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a health problem that affects 1 in 10 women of childbearing age. Women with PCOS have a hormonal imbalance and metabolism problems that may affect their overall health and appearance. PCOS is also a common and treatable cause of infertility. One of the most common symptoms of PCOS…
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Our founder, Dr Nitasha Buldeo, was asked about home remedies to treat sunburn. Here are some of her tips. Rose Water Rosewater is made from rose petals and distilled water. It is known to soothe, heal and cool your skin and scalp. I remember as a child playing out in the South African sun all…
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As well as being the secret to healthy, glowing skin, yoga also has a number of other health benefits to enhance our body, mind and soul. Research has shown that yoga reduces symptoms of anxiety. With life as we know turned upside down at the minute, looking after our mental health is just as important…
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