Most people assume that natural products are extremely expensive, which can be true to some extent, but, when you compare the benefits, you accrue from using natural products, to the harm you are causing with the mass-produced commercial products, you will understand that cheap is in fact expensive!
There are plenty of benefits you will receive by going natural, which include;
Natural Products are Environmentally Safe
Almost all synthetic and chemical products pose a risk to the environment. This is because they contain chemicals like nitrates and phosphorus which are dumped into water bodies as waste. They poison ecosystems as a result.
Natural products are made from organic materials that are biodegradable and therefore dissolve easily. Choosing natural products can be a huge step in going fully ecofriendly.
Additionally, organic and natural products companies do not do cruel animal testing on their products. Mass produced synthetic products will sometimes need to put animals through such testing for the chemicals they use.
Their Many Health Benefits
As mentioned above, natural products contain natural ingredients that help with promoting the health of your skin, your hair and even your respiratory system (your whole body really). These include shea butter, coconut oils and many other essential oils.
What they don’t include are toxic chemicals that can harm your body. Parabens are chemicals that disrupt hormone production and commonly found in regular soaps for example.
Your long-term health is definitely safer when you decide to go natural in the selection of your products.
They Support the Economy
In most cases, natural products are created in small industries that can boost the local economy. Buying these products, therefore, contributes to supporting smaller businesses as they take off.
The circulation of revenue and profit does not only have to occur for larger corporations. You can do your part by helping small and medium enterprise owners who make natural products.
They are Gentle on You
Soaps, detergents and shampoos that are crafted naturally are not likely to cause irritations on the skin or allergic reaction. Well, not as much as some chemicalized products do. This is particularly important for those with sensitive skin and allergies.
Incidentally, allergies and irritations are not the only concerns; some synthetically made products have harmful contents such as ammonia which you breathe in when you use them.
Naturally made products tend to avoid the use of toxic chemicals and allergens (unless of course you use a product made from an ingredient you are allergic to).
They Go Easy on Your Clothes as Well
Commodities made from natural ingredients are gentler on your possessions. This is particularly important for cleaning products- natural ones do their jobs while maintaining the integrity of the surface they interact with.
Some regular commercial products are overly corrosive and/or harsh and damage your things as you use them over time.