AN-Blog – All Naturals Cosmetics

It’s All About The Butter – Shea Butter

Whoa! The perfect exclamation to describe this natural emollient. Rich in vitamins A, E & F, when it comes to the marvels of moisturizing, this butter has it all, and then some. Shea butter (pronounced shay) has many health benefits, and when it comes to skincare, it’s a superfood and one of our favorite ingredients. The best part is that the skin quickly absorbs this miracle butter, and creates a moisture sealing barrier that provides instant soothing relief, particularly in winter...

The Wonder of Cocoa Butter For Skin

Cocoa butter is a staple ingredient in every piece of chocolate you’ve ever eaten – it’s also a mainstay in skin care. Yes, even chocolate has an important place in your beauty routine! Let’s explore the variety of cocoa butter benefits, and how you can use it in your daily regimen. How Is Cocoa Butter Made? Cocoa butter is no newcomer to the beauty and health care realms. It’s actually been around for centuries! According to some historical sources, the ancient Aztecs...

Babassu Oil: The Wonder Ingredient of South America

Babassu oil is a tropical oil made from the seeds of the Babassu palm tree, a tree native to the rain forests of South America. At All Naturals Cosmetics Inc., we source our Babassu oil from the Amazon rainforest, and we have it packaged in a butter form to help pamper your skin. Packed with antioxidants and healthy fats, it can boost the health and appearance of your skin and hair. One of the most amazing features of Babassu Oil is...

Meet Lanre, the President and CEO of All Naturals Cosmetics, Inc.

In 2002, Lanre and her husband, Elder Timothy Tunji-Ajayi founded All Naturals Cosmetics Inc.; a Canadian manufacturing company, making their breakthrough when their products hit the shelves of Wal-Mart, Shoppers Drug Mart, and other Canadian health food stores. All Naturals Cosmetics Inc. is the first and only Black Canadian-owned product line to be sold nationally in these mass stores. Currently located in Barrie, Ontario, All Naturals Cosmetics Inc. does not only produce its own brand of products but also serves the...

Shea in the Summer!

After what seems like a long year - summer is finally here. Although most of us live for the longer, sunnier days, warm weather, and our summer BBQs, we are not fond of our oily skin, sunburns, and high UV exposure. Here’s how you can get rid of all those pesky summer issues: the best ingredient for the skin – Shea butter! Originally extracted from the African Shea tree, the modern western world has now rediscovered Shea butter and has used...

The Benefits of Shea Butter

The Benefits of Shea Butter Shea butter is made from the nuts of the Shea plant, which is native to Central Africa. and has been used for centuries as a cosmetic for its naturally hydrating and moisturizing properties. But what are the benefits of Shea butter? Keep reading to find out! Shea butter moisturizes dry skin and hairThe oils found in Shea butter mimic the oils in the skin and scalp, which make it incredibly moisturizing and quenching for dry skin and...

What Is Shea Butter?

Shea butter is a skin superfood that comes from the seeds of the fruit of the Shea (Karite) tree. It may offer mild UV protection (up to SPF ~6) and provides the skin with essential fatty acids and the nutrients necessary for collagen production. Shea butter has been used in Africa and many other locations for years to improve skin and hair. It also has a long history of medicinal use, such as in wound care and even treating leprosy. It’s also...