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Preservatives in skincare: why they’re essential (and when they’re not)

by Sugarbush | Mar 24, 2026 | General

Preservatives in skincare are one of the most misunderstood – and often controversial – aspects of skincare formulation, particularly when it comes to natural skincare. They’re often seen as something unnecessary, or even something to avoid. In reality,...

The work you don’t see: What goes into making safe natural skincare

by Sugarbush | Mar 17, 2026 | General

If you imagine a small skincare brand at work, you probably picture ingredients being weighed, oils being blended or products being poured into jars. That part certainly exists at Sugarbush but it’s only a small piece of the work involved in creating safe cosmetic...

Natural Surfactants – What’s really in your cleansers?

by Sugarbush | Dec 9, 2025 | General

If you’ve ever flipped a bottle of face wash or body cleanser to check the ingredients, you’ll know that many standard cleansing agents sound alarmingly scientific. As more people become ingredient-aware, a question I’m hearing more often is: “What cleaning agents are...

Essential Oils: What you need to know before using them

by Sugarbush | Nov 20, 2025 | General

Essential oils have become incredibly popular over the past decade and it’s easy to see why. They’re beautifully aromatic, naturally derived and incredibly versatile. They’re equally effective at creating a cosy home environment as they are at supporting skincare,...

Shea Butter: A powerhouse for soft, healthy skin

by Sugarbush | Nov 6, 2025 | General

If there’s one ingredient that perfectly sums up what Sugarbush stands for – simple, natural, effective care – it’s shea butter. Rich, creamy and deeply moisturising, this butter has been treasured for centuries in West Africa, where it’s traditionally...

The simple power of White Vinegar

by Sugarbush | Oct 15, 2025 | General

If you’ve ever stood in the cleaning aisle staring at shelves of plastic bottles, you’re not alone. From “anti-bacterial miracle sprays” to “power degreasers,” it’s easy to forget that some of the most effective cleaning ingredients are already sitting in our kitchen...