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embrace the power of nature

Taking care of yourself shouldn't come at the cost of your health or the environment. Join us on a journey of self-care and sustainability, where every step you take empowers a positive change.

The Role of Skincare During Pregnancy: Nurturing Your Skin Through Every Stage

Pregnancy is a transformative journey filled with excitement, anticipation, and significant changes to your body, including your skin. As your body adapts to support new life, it’s common to experience changes like dryness, itchiness, stretching, and even unexpected sensitivities. By understandin...

Navigating Skin Changes During Perimenopause and Menopause and How Nature Can Help

As women enter their 40s and beyond, the hormonal shifts of perimenopause and menopause can bring noticeable changes to the skin; from dryness and thinning to breakouts and increased sensitivity. At nood mood we believe in gentle, nourishing skincare that respects this transition.

Kintsugi: The Art of Embracing Imperfection

There’s something wonderful about embracing imperfection - in ourselves, in others in the world around us. We all know that life will eventually reveal our flaws and that we will no doubt develop scars through our own histories as we create strength and resilience. In Japan there is an ancient ar...

Choosing the right carrier oil for your skin type

how to choose the right carrier oil for your unique skin type

Whether you're dealing with dry patches, oily zones, or sensitive flare-ups, there will be a carrier oil that will help nourish and enhance your particular skin. It’s just a matter of doing some research into the properties of the various carrier oils available for skincare formulation and how th...

Common Misconceptions about Natural Skincare Products

In recent years, there’s been a significant shift towards natural and sustainable living and as such, the popularity of natural skincare products has surged as people become more conscious about what they put on their skin. While many of us move towards more eco-friendly practices, we also want m...

Potential risks associated with DIY Skincare

While DIY skincare recipes can be fun to experiment with, it’s absolutely essential you do your research before you get started. What you may not have considered is that DIY skincare can come with its own set of risks and considerations - especially as not all recipes are created equal!

Whipped Body Butter Recipe

If you are looking for a simple recipe that doesn’t require the use of emulsifiers and preservatives, then our simple Whipped Body Butter recipe is perfect for nourishing the skin without the need for specialised ingredients. For those who enjoy making their own skincare products, body butters a...

Natural Preservatives in Skincare - when and why to use them

As the demand for natural and organic products has increased, so have the number of natural preservatives that actually work. There are now a vast array of natural preservatives with broad spectrum antifungal and antibacterial properties to keep your natural skincare products safe.

The Huskee Cup Benefits - Designed for a Waste-Free World

Australians throw away 50,000 takeaway coffee cups every half hour, 2.7 million a day, 1 billion every year. They are numbers too big to ignore. So why wouldn't you make a simple switch and get yourself a reusable cup to take to your local cafe? And even better, why not get a cup that's designed...

Understanding the Potential Dangers of Essential Oils for Dogs

While we certainly embrace the benefits of using natural and organic ingredients, not just in our skincare products, but for our general wellbeing, it’s absolutely vital we are mindful of any potential hazards, especially when it comes to our beloved pets. Many people may not know that, if used ...

DIY SKINCARE KITS

Have you ever wanted to make your own natural and organic skincare? You can now get all the ingredients you need to make luxurious body butters, bar lotions, serums and scrubs with easy to follow recipes.

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