Seasonal Affective Disorder Seasonal affective disorder (or SAD) is a type of depression that is related to the changes in seasons. It can sometimes be referred to as “winter depression” as symptoms are usually more apparent and severe in the winter for most people. You might say it’s like having your own portable black cloud. People with SAD may experience some of the symptoms below:  Lack of energy  Difficulty concentrating  Low mood including feeling sad, hopeless and tearful  Feeling anxious,...

Mum and Baby Skincare Finding out you’re pregnant changes a lot in your life and that might include your skincare too. Certain ingredients can absorb into your body, and therefore, your baby’s body as well so it’s best to opt for natural, organic skincare. A common concern amongst pregnant women is stretch marks and how they can be reduced or prevented.Whilst we believe that stretch marks show how powerful we are in the fact that our bodies can stretch and...

The Power of Natural Ingredients At Beyond, we love all things natural because we believe that our bodies are better adapted to natural ingredients, therefore respond extremely well to them. Anything natural is more likely to be in tune with our biological system compared to synthetic ingredients that are alien to our biological make-up. Here’s just a few reasons why natural skincare products are much more effective than traditional skincare products: 1. Natural skincare contains gentle ingredients that are kinder...

Body Care and Relaxation Your body is a temple and deserves all the care and nourishment you can give it. Nothing says self-care more than a relaxing bath followed by slathering on some organic, aromatic lotions and oils that leave you feeling like you’re floating on cloud 9. Step 1Run a hot, steamy bath with a few pumps of our Natural Relaxing Bath & Massage Oil. With a luxuriously rich mix of almond, rosemary, safflower, sunflower and vitamins A, C...

It’s no secret that organic skincare can be a lot kinder to your skin than the usual skincare on the market. Just like with food, organically grown ingredients often have higher nutrient levels and less chemical irritants which can potentially cause long term harm to your body. The term “organic” refers to ingredients that have been farmed while working WITH nature which means ecosystems, animals and people will all benefit from this. This means fewer pesticides, no artificial fertilizers and...

Beard Oil and why is it Key?   What is a Beard Oil?   A Beard Oil, as the name suggests, is a specially formulated oil, designed to be applied to your beard / stubble / facial hair to keep it soft, hydrated and healthy as your facial hair is coarser than the hair on your head, meaning it requires a little more upkeep and added hydration.   Tame & Moisturise It! Beard hair tends to be rougher in texture than...

Organic vs Natural vs Certified – What is the difference?   Organic and Natural Beauty is complicated area due to the unregulated use of the words. To summarise: ‘Natural’ can be defined as derived from natural sources, plants and minerals. ‘Organic’ refers to ingredients farmed, prepared and grown without pesticides, chemical fertilizers, GMOs, sulphates/parabens - hence a stricter standard once compared to Natural! Natural products can contain chemicals but that is not the case of organic products. You can assume...

What is CBD and can it be used topically on skin? CBD stands for cannabidiol and is a type of cannabinoid, a chemical found naturally in cannabis (marijuana and hemp) plants. How is cannabidiol different from marijuana? While CBD is an essential component of medical marijuana, it is derived directly from the hemp plant, which is a cousin of the marijuana plant. While CBD is a component of marijuana (one of hundreds), by itself it does not cause a “high” according to a report from the World...