Unusual letter from Malaysia

I receive a lot of interesting emails through the Nadarra inbox. Thought I'd share this one with you. It was quite interesting--and though I can't help this poor person in Malaysia--I did my best to respond.

hi! I happened to come across your website on the internet. I found your natural products quite interesting. However, too bad, I'm living in Malaysia. There's no way I can buy your products.

If your natural products are really that safe(free of any kind of chemicals), why do TONNES of skincare products out there for eg. Dermalogica and even Decleor (both claiming they use essential oils) still contains harmful substances like dimethicone??

So, from what I see, does it mean only Nadarra offers a 100% natural skincare line, but brands like Dermalogca, Neostrata and so on, even though claiming having essential oils, still are to be categorized as harmful to the skin???? Does it mean Nadarra should be the best brand??

oh ya, I have acne scars that are not bumpy but its beneath the skin layer, and the redness always stay there. Are your products good for lessening the scars left behind? and also my skin is quite sensitive, I flush alot and my skin tends to get 'heated' when I smile or laugh.

please answer my doubts. It would be very helpful. Thanks!!! =)

Response:

Hi Nana Na,

Yes, our products are better than the brands you mentioned. These products are not harmful to the skin—and can in fact be beneficial—but they contain toxins that penetrate the skin’s barrier and move through the blood stream until they are filtered out by the liver and kidneys. They contain unnecessary toxins that are introduced to your body when you use them. Most of these are used simply as fillers, as preservatives, or as fragrances. The dimethicone you mentioned is a strong preservative that has shown adverse effects to health in numerous studies. Our products are completely natural and contain only beneficial ingredients for the skin. Unfortunately we are not able to ship to Malaysia. I’m not a dermatologist, so likely can’t be as much help to you as a professional dermatologist would be. However, I think it would be beneficial for you to use aloe vera gel or juice on the skin (pure, from the plant). This will help cool and heal your skin while hydrating it. Also, try to avoid alcohol and spicy/oily foods.

Thanks for your interest and best of luck!

Julia

Spring cold wreaks havoc with my skin

I'm currently suffering from a Spring cold. You know, the type that makes feeling sick feel like a cruel injustice when the weather is just beginning to warm up. It has made my skin so dry and just about the only thing that will help is a good steam. To do this, I boil water in a pot and pour in a little of the Pure Rose Splash (for dry and sensitive skin). Then I cover my poor cotton-batten full head with a towel and hang over the pot and breathe deeply. My skin is so thankful. The hot steam and rose rid my skin of impurities and clear my nasal passageways. Instead of the rosewater, you can also add tea tree oil to the steaming water to help clear sinuses, though this can be a bit more drying for the skin than the rosewater. After about 10 minutes of this, it's time to pat my face dry and apply the Nadarra Intensive Moisturizer. The rosehip oil in this moisturizer is sooo good for dry skin, plus it has vitamin C that will brighten that washed-out Spring cold complexion.

Times like this can also be a good chance to dose up on vitamins. Ester-C is great for combating a cold. And if you can't make it out of bed to soak up a few rays of sunshine, it's a good opportunity to take a supplement of the vitamin D that offers a multitude of preventative health benefits.

I can't wait for the truly hot weather this summer, that will allow me to sweat! Sweating is such a great detoxifier for the skin, and makes it look its most radiant and glowing. Until then, I have my couch...and my bed...and my rosewater steam...and hopefully this will be over soon!