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Plain guides to essential oils, carrier oils, natural deodorants, beard care and supplements, with products from a UK natural health shop so you can compare prices before you buy.

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Guide · Supplements

How to read a vitamin and supplement label in the UK

Supplements are sold as food in the UK, not medicine. The label tells you the dose, the %NRV and the daily limit; a pharmacist can tell you whether you need it at all.

7 min read
Guide · Essential oils

How to choose and use essential oils safely at home

Essential oils are strong, so the rules are simple: dilute them before they touch skin, never swallow them, keep them away from cats and children, and store them cool and dark.

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Guide · Supplements

Choosing a plant protein powder: pea, soya and what to check

A plant protein powder is a convenient way to add protein, not a necessity. Compare protein per serving, allergens and price per serving, and add up any vitamins it contains.

6 min read
Guide · Body and grooming

Choosing a natural deodorant: what it does, and how to make it work

A natural deodorant tackles smell, not sweat. Pick a scent, apply a small amount to clean, dry skin, and switch to a gentler formula if bicarbonate of soda irritates.

6 min read
Guide · Essential oils

Carrier oils explained: jojoba, almond, argan, coconut and more

A carrier oil dilutes essential oils so they are safe on skin. Light oils suit the face and quick massage, richer ones suit dry skin, and the most stable oils last longest.

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Guide · Body and grooming

Beard care basics: washing, oil, comb and brush

A healthy looking beard needs a short daily routine: wash it gently, apply a little oil while it is damp, comb it through, and look after the skin underneath.

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brandobeauty.uk is an independent website for people in the UK who prefer natural and organic beauty and wellbeing products. Our guides explain how to dilute and store essential oils, which carrier oil suits which job, what to expect from a natural deodorant, how to look after a beard and how to read a supplement label, and when a question is one for a pharmacist or GP rather than a product.

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The product pages show items from a UK natural health and beauty shop with their current price, and the buy button takes you to the shop. When you buy through those links we may earn a small commission from the shop, at no extra cost to you. Prices come from the shop and can change. Commission does not change what our guides say.