Thank Goodness! It's Human Nature!

I made it a point at the start of the year that the year 2015 would be a year of change. I wanted to be more socially and environmentally responsible. Even in just my little ways I wanted to make a difference. Bit by bit I tried to transform my lifestyle because I know that in order to effect change around me I needed to start with myself.

Check out the products of this noble proudly Filipino company that has served as my constant companion in fulfilling my personal advocacy.

It is no secret though that I am similar with most women in my ‘slight’ addiction with using cosmetics and personal care products. Lately, I have become ingredient-conscious and I’ve been loitering in grocery aisles reading the micro prints at the back of different products hoping to find ones that don’t contain too much chemical based components.

I have become familiar with different ingredients that are considered harmful such as:

mineral oil, petroleum, petrolatum, SLS/SLES, CDEA/CMEA, disodium EDTA, benzophenone/oxybenzone, hydroquinone, CDEA/CMEA, triclosan, DEET, parabens, phenoxyethanol

I would get disappointed each time because so many products in the market contain one, several or all of those ingredients. I knew that there were natural or organic products out there but I’ve always associated them with being expensive or difficult to procure because usually they had to be sourced offshore.

On a different day I did a bit of a research about Filipino-made products as part of my other advocacy which is to support local ones. I found some brands, both familiar and not. HUMAN NATURE literally caught my eye. With one look I kind of got the entire idea about what they were selling but I had to click the link to fully understand. And boy I was amazed! Where have you been all my la aah aaah ife. Or which rock have I been living under for such a long time because it seems that HHN has been in existence of at least five years. Above all, it’s philosophy of being Pro-Philippines, Pro-Poor and Pro-Environment has got me hitting three birds with one stone!

When my first orders from HHN arrived I was uber excited to try them all and after weeks of testing them I promised to repurchase as long as the products are available in the market.

Here’s a rundown of HHN products that are now staples in my daily personal care.

Human Nature Mineral Pressed Powder in Island Shell

“Did you know that Human Nature’s mineral makeup line is 100% natural? That’s right, gorgeous! So say bye-bye to parabens, synthetic dyes, talc and other toxic chemicals, and say hello to only pure fab goodness everyday!”

I am happy that I finally found a pressed powder that doesn’t have an overwhelming scent. It’s also very light on the face and I don’t know if it’s just me but I feel like it has a cooling effect on my face. Just a minor hitch on my part though because I had a tough time picking the right shade and there were three of them available: Orient Pearl (light, yellow undertone), Island Shell (fair, pink undertone), and Sand Dollar (medium, yellow undertone). I picked Island Shell because I figured it would fit me but I noticed that on the later part of the day it tends to get darker on my skin and well, I feel that I should still check out if how the other shades would be like for me. I have no regrets getting this though because I’ll just use it for it to contour my face. And I understand that getting the right shade of pressed powders is always hit and miss. (^_^)

Human Nature Moisturizing Shampoo in Vanilla Lush

“Start your hair rescue with our Natural Moisturizing Shampoo! It’s the only one with breakthrough CREAMFoam® technology, which acts like a lotion to soften and nourish your hair. Plus, it’s got Philippine coco nectar, bursting with amino acids, vitamins and minerals!”

I super love the scent of this one! Lathering this one my hair doesn’t make me guilty because I know that it is filled with natural goodness. I’ve always wanted to use Coconut stuff on my hair but I know that it’s impossible to do it on a daily basis. HHN solved my woes.

Human Nature Moisturizing Conditioner in Mandarin Fresh

“For truly beautiful hair that's touchably soft and healthy, sometimes shampoo just isn't enough. We’re here to help you get soft, smooth, sleek hair with our Natural Moisturizing Conditioner. It's made with some of nature’s most intense moisturizers, avocado, sunflower and soybean oil, that condition and nourishes the hair. A final touch of virgin coconut oil gives your hair a healthy shine, without the chemicals.”

Human Nature Balancing Facial Wash and Toner

This is the perfect combo for my oily face. After a month of using them, I can say that it’s even better than the Pond’s or St. Ives that I have been using before. I’m used to having breakouts whenever I get my menstrual period but when I started using this HHN Balancing Facial Wash and Toner Duo, I have never gotten any zits on my face, big or small.

Human Nature Day and Night Moisturizer

Aside from being head-over-heels with the scents of these moisturizers, I love how light they feel on the skin. They are easily absorbed by my skin and with the loads of anti-oxidants and vitamins they contain I am sure that my skin finally gets the nourishment that it deserves. These are now my must-haves and I have been using them everyday ever since I got them.

The day moisturizer serves as my pre-makeup prep but it doesn’t contain any SPF so it has to be partnered with HHN’s Safe Protect Sunblock.

The night moisturizer on the other hand just gives me a beautiful morning glow.

More reasons to love HHN:

HHN partners with Gawad Kalinga Villages and local farmers and suppliers and thus supports so many Filipino’s lives and dreams throughout the archipelago.
Great Packaging. Really, you wouldn’t expect much from a local brand which sells its products at relatively low prices. And that’s where you’re wrong.
Everything smells good. Try them to find out.
Cruelty Free and PETA-Certified.