Understanding the Philosophy and Benefits of Vegan Skincare What is Vegan Skincare? Vegan skincare means formulations not only made without any ingredient derived from animals but also zero animal by-products. This might seem confusing – surely skincare doesn’t have animals in it? But often, anything from whale bone to fish scales may be infused into your everyday essentials! What does
Dealing with Skin Congestion with the Right Skincare Products There are many things that contribute to skin congestion. These factors are especially heightened in the Kapha season (the late winter/springtime). This is due to the change in the environment and excess water in the atmosphere. What is in this blog: What is Congested Skin? How Can I Tell If I
The Benefits of Vegan Skincare for Your Skin and the Planet Ayurveda connects the mind and body with the intention of addressing a sense of balance within the body’s internal system. To exemplify this connection, Ayumi has formulated three skincare ranges that target not just the physical but psychological imbalances that trigger the need to detoxify. Discover just how to
The Versatile Uses of Neem Oil for Skin and Hair Care Hailed as ‘the village pharmacy’ by generations gone by, the Neem tree (also recognised as ‘Indian Lilac’) has a wide history of use and is believed to remedy many conditions. Although rather potent in smell, Neem Oils contain a multitude of compounds recognised to be highly beneficial for the
Decoding the World of Skincare: What You Should Be Using What Skincare Should I be Using? Ayurveda understands skin concerns and any form of ailment or illness as not just an eternal ‘problem’ but an internal one too. This is why it’s important to think about skincare as not just a topical treatment, but also as a lifestyle choice. Turmeric
Castor oil has been a beauty staple for thousands of years, and for good reason. Discover what cold pressed castor oil is good for, from conditioning hair and soothing dry skin to nourishing lashes and brows, plus how to use it and blend it at home.
Summer means one thing: ice lollies. The DIY moulds not only brings back childhood memories but also means an unlimited amount of cooling lollies is only at arm’s length. So simple, yet so rewarding. Next up in our #FoodforyourSkin recipe series, are these uplifting and cleansing Nettle & Citrus Ice Lollies, inspired by the ingredients in the Neem range. With
The Ayurvedic Benefits of Sandalwood for Overall Wellness People use sandalwood as a part of religious ceremonies in India. People consider the sandalwood tree holy and often use it during wedding rituals in Eastern countries. Read on to uncover the benefits and power of Sandalwood. This is the most expensive of all readily available essential oils. As, the Indian Sandalwood
We at Ayumi Naturals believe in feeding your skin with products that are organic, natural and actually feed your skin! As our #FoodforyourSkin recipe series continues, we’re following on from the Smoothie Bowl recipe with a Morning Booster Smoothie because let’s face it, everyone loves a creamy chocolatey smoothie. So, read on to discover this delicious recipe that will have
Delicious brunch food is always a winner, especially on a sunny Saturday morning. Our #FoodforyourSkin recipe series continues, and this week we have one mighty meal for you: an Ayurvedic Spiced Rosti With Avocado Cream. Huge thanks to Ella from furlough.af for whipping this Sweet Potato recipe up whilst taking inspiration from the hydrating and anti-inflammatory Turmeric range. With cleansing
With one of Ayumi’s ethos being Food for your Skin, it’s only right that we draw inspiration from the ingredients within the Ayumi products and develop a #FoodforyourSkin recipe series, with the help of some of our insta cooks and baker friends. So, start with our very own Turmeric Smoothie Bowl recipe… We use Turmeric in our products for its
Hi! We are Ayumi Naturals and it’s lovely to meet you. We thought it would be nice to go back to basics and introduce the brain behind this brand for those who are new to us. This is Sheilesh Shah, Ayumi’s founder. Also known as Shi, from the moment he wakes to the moment he sleeps, he is passionate about
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The Versatile Uses of Neem Oil for Skin and Hair Care Hailed as ‘the village pharmacy’ by generations gone by, the Neem tree (also recognised as ‘Indian Lilac’) has a...