One person’s trash is another’s person’s treasure! Sustainability and promoting a circular economy are hugely important to us when selecting the ingredients to use in our skincare formulation. What is upcycling in the beauty industry? Upcycling is the process of transforming by-products and waste materials into new products. Food and beverage waste represent the main […]
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Aug
Most people are naturally sceptical any time they venture onto a company website for the first time, which is why it’s important that your website reflects positively on your business. Professional Product Images Often product photos are the first thing customers see, good product photos support sales and build the image of the entire brand […]
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Aug
Aug
Waterless Skincare The pressure to live more sustainably can be overwhelming, but when you hear that the world’s freshwater supply is depleting, and by 2050, two-thirds of the world’s population will be living in water-stressed circumstances as individuals, it’s time to reconsider things. Waterless (AKA, anhydrous) skin, hair, and body innovations are already making waves […]
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Aug
Aug
In order to determine how to achieve success in a skincare business or any business; you need to understand what ‘your’ success looks like. So, here are our tips on what to consider when trying to achieve success within your skincare business. Redefine Success Establish what success looks like to you. Is it monetary gain, […]
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Aug
Aug
If you’re embarking on a journey into skincare and you are thinking about creating your own skincare brand, private label could work for you. What is private labelling? Embarking on a private label skincare project means choosing from a library of tried and tested formulations (like the ones here at Natural Spa Factory), adding actives […]
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In the quest for smooth radiant skin, we’ve all heard of the well-known heroes (hyaluronic acid) to the more obscure trends like snail slime! But, have you heard of the revolutionary ingredient ageless beauties like J.Lo, Gwyneth Paltrow and Michelle Obama swear by? A simple apple. Or, rather the stem cells from apples. What are stem […]
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Jul
Jul
How to name a skincare brand? We often get asked why we chose the name Natural Spa Factory and the truth is, it chose us when it came to one of the owners in a dream. We kid you not! Choosing a name for your brand can feel like a huge decision, so before you […]
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Jul
Jul
How beauty brands are using TikTok to increase sales TikTok has sparked a new wave of authentic product reviews that have the power to reach millions overnight. They’re subtle, blend into the FYP and don’t disrupt the user experience. That’s why brands, who want to achieve the same success as these organic viral videos, are […]
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Jul
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Formulating for the conscious consumer The mindful consumption trend is not a passing fad but a growing movement amongst consumers and one whose growth has rapidly expanded during the pandemic. Priorities for the conscious consumer are their own health and wellbeing (particularly in their skin) and the health and wellbeing of the planet. But they […]
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How to create an eco-conscious skincare brand Today, the environment is a key concern for consumers and any skincare private label must take good care to listen to these concerns and provide products that resonate with consumers values and demands. Sustainability is a multi-faceted aspect that requires a brand or product to be considerate about more […]