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Benefits of Using Natural Makeup for Your Skin

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Getting dolled up with makeup brings us all consistent joy, whether on a regular day or a special occasion. But deep down, a tiny voice asks, “What exactly am I doing to my skin?” Slathering on makeup laden with harsh chemicals every single day doesn’t do our skin any favours. So, do we give up on makeup altogether?

Well, we say NO! We’ve got your back with makeup that isn’t just enhancing but also skin-benefitting.

Infused with over 20 skincare ingredients, we reintroduce our Natural Makeup Collection that has the makeup essentials you need – and nothing you don’t. Each product in our collection reflects Ayurveda’s holistic principles and is enriched with 100% natural ingredients that have been revered for centuries.

Read on to tap into the details of our freshly launched Natural Makeup Selection and what it holds in store for you!

What sets Natural Makeup apart?

Natural, the new ‘cool,’ is making waves, and we love it! With increased awareness of synthetic chemicals in skincare and makeup, we’re all eager to elevate our glam without compromising skin health for all the right reasons.

Formulated with ingredients sourced from nature, natural makeup stands in stark contrast to some conventional products that may trigger irritation or allergic reactions. Our skin-friendly formulas, enriched with botanical extracts, minerals, and plant-based oils, ensure a nourishing experience for the skin.

Take your beauty routine up a notch with organic, toxin-free, and skin-loving makeup, allowing you to wear it worry-free for long hours.

 Forest Essentials’ Natural Makeup Collection

Natural Makeup

We believe makeup should be effortless, comfortable, and always enhance your natural self. It should feel like a second skin – yours, but better. We embrace the power of carefully selected essentials that simplify what it means to get ready and complement your distinct beauty, not overshadow it. So, here it is – makeup that is beautiful, bare, and better, but crucially, it is a celebration of the real YOU.

Our approach to makeup is deeply rooted in the timeless wisdom of Ayurveda. It’s an understanding that what touches your skin should not only enhance but also nourish, akin to the nourishment you provide your body.

Our Natural Makeup collection has expanded with 2 new sub-categories & 14 new variants! Keep reading to discover the different categories and variants in our Natural Makeup Collection and find out how you can seamlessly fit them into your daily routine.

Som Rasa Silk Skin Tint

3. FE Makeup Shade

Introducing 10 variants that are essentially skincare in your perfect shade. This weightless, comfortable and easy-to-blend formulation simplifies what it means to get ready. Infused with over 20 skincare ingredients, these skin tints deliver ultra-comfortable, long-wear performance while adding skincare benefits. The serum-like texture seamlessly blurs, plumps and smooths for a natural, luminous finish that wears all day, leaving your skin looking better long after you take your makeup off.

Som Rasa Velvet Concealer

4. FE Makeup Palette

Have you ever wondered if a concealer could do more than just conceal? We’ve got you covered! Introducing 10 new variants of creamy concealers that provide 24 hours of hydration while effortlessly concealing and correcting dark circles, blemishes, and pigmentation, with buildable coverage for a flawless finish. Enriched with Turmeric, Liquorice, Bakuchiol, and Sandalwood, this concealer nourishes your skin while hiding imperfections.

Dab a small amount of our concealer onto spots, blemishes, or under-eye areas, then blend gently with fingertips or a makeup brush for flawless coverage.

Madhu Rasa Tinted Lip Serum

5. FE Makeup Lip Serum

It’s dewy, it’s delicious! And now, it comes in 10 new shades! With a hydrating tinted formula blended with Pure Ghee and Moringa Oil, we bring you the juiciest flavours with a pop of natural colour. Somewhere between a lip oil and a light stain, each shade delivers a wash of sheer colour that’s perfect for whenever and wherever.

A gentle sweep of the lip serum saturates your lips with natural humectants and a rich serum, leaving behind a hint of buildable, saturated colour. Don’t hesitate to reapply the lip serum to elevate your look from functional to fabulous!

Noor Nikhaar Satin Cheek Tint

6. FE Cheek Tint

Named aptly for its skin benefits, the Noor Nikhaar Cheek Tint combines ‘Noor,’ meaning ‘light,’ and ‘Nikhaar,’ meaning ‘glow.’ With a mousse-like texture, this richly pigmented cream blush melts into the skin, leaving a satin finish and a natural flush on the cheeks.

Its ultra-comfortable application and long-lasting wear make it a tint that’s here to stay! Apply it on your cheeks using your fingertips or a brush and blend outwards for a natural flush of colour.

Highlighting Glow

7. FE Highlighter

Glitter overload? That’s so last season! A dewy daytime makeup look is all the rage right now. Introducing the Forest Essentials Highlighting Glow, a velvet highlighting balm that glides on effortlessly for a long-lasting, dewy glow. It is enriched with organic Beeswax, nourishing serums, and precious Bhasma particles of precious stones and metals that reflect light and naturally illuminate the skin. Delight in a dewy glow that stays with you all day, ensuring your look remains fresh and radiant!

Apply our highlighter to the high points of your face, including cheekbones, brow bone, and cupid’s bow, using a makeup brush or your fingertips for a sheer, luminous finish that enhances natural radiance.

Gulaab Khaas Kajal

8. Women Pencil Kajal

When it comes to the eyes, they say the bigger, the better! The Gulaab Khaas Kajal is a super-saturated kohl stick infused with Pure Cow’s Ghee, Rose petals, and other natural botanicals to enhance, define, and brighten the eyes. The creamy, non-drying texture glides on effortlessly. Intensely pigmented and easily blendable, these Ayurvedic Kohl sticks are your go-to for achieving a sultry, saturated smokey eye with just one product.

Nayantara Clear Lash & Brow Serum

9. Forest Essentials Eye Serum

A lightweight, clear gel formulation to naturally promote healthier, glossier, and lusher lashes & brows. This lash & brow serum is gel formula lifts and separates lashes, providing natural definition, and grooms the brows, leaving them looking naturally brushed with an all-day hold.

The Benefits of Natural Makeup

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Have you ever wondered why you should choose natural makeup? Let’s break it down for you.

Read on to discover the long-term benefits of swapping your regular makeup for an all-green routine.

Gentle on the skin

Natural makeup is all about clean, toxin-free, plant-based ingredients, essentially skipping the harsh chemicals. An organic and natural approach to beauty reduces the risk of irritation, making them suitable for even the most sensitive skin types.

Nourishing Formulas

Many natural makeup products are enriched with nourishing elements such as botanical extracts, cold-pressed oils, pure essential oils and plant actives. Such natural beauty products provide coverage and simultaneously nourish your skin.

Non-Comedogenic Properties

Formulated for all skin types, mainly those prone to acne or sensitivity, natural makeup products are non-comedogenic. This means they won’t block pores, even if you have oily or combination skin. The texture of natural skincare allows your skin to breathe and maintain a healthy equilibrium.

Long-term Skin Benefits

Regularly using natural makeup can enhance your skin health. Heavy and toxic ingredients often lead to dullness and darkening with overuse, making removal a hassle and irritating sensitive skin. Non-toxic makeup lets your skin breathe, promoting healing and repair. It helps maintain a natural balance without harmful additives, reducing the risk of long-term damage and ensuring a radiant complexion.

Reduced Environmental Impact

Often overlooked, the environmental impact of makeup is crucial. Using many chemicals and toxic metals contributes to significant carbon emissions and air, water, and soil pollution. Unfortunately, many brands still don’t prioritise cruelty-free practices seriously. On the brighter side, natural or organic makeup is eco-friendly, with minimal environmental impact. Biodegradable packaging and cruelty-free testing practices contribute to a more responsible and conscious beauty routine.

FAQs

What are the benefits of natural makeup?

Natural makeup is gentle on the skin and has nourishing properties, serving as an extension of skincare; it emphasises the importance of holistic beauty. By prioritising your skin’s health, you not only enhance your natural beauty but also contribute to a more sustainable and ethical beauty industry. It’s an ideal choice for everyday wear with skin-benefiting qualities and a minimised environmental footprint.

What are natural makeup products?

Natural makeup products are crafted from gentle, toxin-free, and organic ingredients, minimising any harsh adverse effects. These formulations incorporate a blend of fresh herbs, fruits, and flower extracts, combined with nourishing oils and butters as their base, enhancing beauty and promoting skin health with its botanical richness.

Are natural makeup products safe for sensitive skin?

Natural makeup products are generally deemed the safest for sensitive skin due to their lighter texture and mostly non-comedogenic nature. However, it is advisable to conduct a patch test, as sensitive skin can react to specific triggers or natural ingredients.

Can natural makeup products contribute to better skin health?

Natural makeup serves as an extension of skincare, incorporating active botanicals, cold-pressed oils, pure essential oils, creamy butters, and nourishing agents like Ghee. This combination enhances skin quality and promotes a healthy, radiant glow.

Can natural makeup products provide the same coverage as conventional makeup products?

The texture of natural makeup is lightweight and easily applicable, allowing for light to medium buildable coverage.

Can natural makeup products be used on all skin types?

Absolutely! They are formulated to suit all skin types.

Can natural makeup products help with acne-prone skin?

Natural makeup can help conceal and give the skin a healthy glow. It is suitable for application on acne-prone skin, as it minimises the chances of skin irritation. However, proper treatment is necessary to treat acne, depending on the specific skin concern.

Dr. Taruna Yadav
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Dr. Taruna Yadav

Senior Ayurveda Doctor

Dr. Taruna Yadav is a Senior Ayurveda Doctor, Author, Speaker, and Certified Stress and Lifestyle Management Consultant who has been working in the area Preventive and Holistic Health for more than a decade.She started her career as an Ayurvedic Doctor in 2007 and took up Nutrition and Wellness along the way to help people achieve Optimum Physical Health. She also has a specialization in Mental Health Specialisation and is a Member of the International Stress Management Association, UK. She strongly believes that proper nutrition, natural remedies and Ayurvedic therapies can help ensure a healthy mind and body. At Forest Essentials, Dr. Taruna represents the expertise on Ayurveda, Nutrition, and Stress Management.