Getty Choenyana, Mel Madiba and Mark Saunders Oamobu Naturals
Frustrated by the lack of high-quality, chemical-free products on the market, these three got together to create their own. Oamobu means ‘of the soil’ in Sepedi, and their mission is to provide nourishing hair and skin care packed with natural ingredients. This is what they want you to know.
1Shea
butter is amazing Complemented with aromatherapy oils like tea tree, shea butter is a wonderful moisturiser that can treat acne. It’s also brilliant for treating stretch marks and improving the skin’s elasticity.
2Stop
water loss The skin on our faces is five times thinner than the skin on our bodies, which is why it loses water faster than anywhere else on your body. The best way to tackle this ageing effect? Moisturise well with a product that actually penetrates your skin.
3Read
labels Make sure you’re not using harmful ingredients like synthetic chemicals, mineral oils or artificial fragrances.