It’s no secret that water is an essential component for a healthy life – up to 60% of the average human body is made up of water. With H2O playing such a critical role in keeping our bodies and minds healthy, you might wonder why waterless skincare is taking the beauty world by storm. Surely, water is beneficial in our skincare products, right?
If the water-free beauty trend has left you wondering whether you should switch to waterless skincare products, you’re not alone.
What is Waterless Skincare?
Waterless skincare, also known as anhydrous skincare, refers to products formulated without water. Instead, these products use alternatives such as ethically sourced fruit or floral water, plant extracts, waxes, and oils. Some come in concentrated powdered forms that can be mixed with water at home or as balms.
Why Choose Waterless Skincare Products?
Many best-selling body and skincare products on the market contain up to 90% water, usually listed as ‘aqua’, ‘agua’, or ‘l’eau’. This means you’re often paying for a bigger bottle filled mostly with water, rather than active ingredients. Companies use water to dilute active ingredients, allowing them to market their products at a reduced price.
Floral Water is a Great Alternative to Water
Floral water, also known as hydrosol, is a by-product of the essential oil distillation process and is usually discarded. Teliaoils repurposes this hydrating resource into some of our most popular skincare products, utilizing the minerals, vitamins, and functional actives present in floral water to offer more benefits for your skin than mineral-filtered water.
For example:
- Rose Floral Water: Known for its hydrating and soothing properties, rose floral water is perfect for dry and sensitive skin.
- Lavender Floral Water: Lavender floral water is renowned for its calming and anti-inflammatory effects, making it ideal for irritated or acne-prone skin.
The Hidden Benefits of Waterless Skincare
Eliminating the Need for Harmful Emulsifiers
Water-based creams and lotions require emulsifiers to mix water and oil, preventing separation. However, these emulsifiers can remain on your skin, disrupting its natural barrier and potentially causing dryness. Waterless skincare eliminates the need for these emulsifiers, reducing the risk of skin dryness and irritation.
Reducing the Use of Preservatives
Any product containing water must have preservatives to prevent bacterial growth. These preservatives, such as parabens and phenoxyethanol, are biocides designed to kill cells and can harm the skin’s natural microbiome, leading to adverse reactions and dryness.
Lower Environmental Footprint
The packaging and transportation of water-based products have a significant environmental impact. A typical body lotion contains ten times more volume than the equivalent body oil, leading to higher packaging and shipping costs. Water-free beauty products are more concentrated, reducing the environmental footprint.
Why Waterless Skincare is Better for Your Skin
Water is not necessary in skincare products to hydrate the skin. Your skin draws water from the dermis below and the air around it. Waterless skincare products, enriched with humectants like beeswax, help your skin retain moisture more effectively.
At Teliaoils, we agree with the experts. We prioritize creating products that are good for your skin and the environment. Our range of waterless skincare products, such as our Helichrysum Salve and Lemon Balm Salve, repair and maintain the outer skin barrier, sealing in moisture naturally.
Waterless skincare offers numerous benefits, from reducing environmental impact to providing more effective, concentrated products for your skin. By eliminating unnecessary emulsifiers, fillers, and preservatives, waterless skincare helps maintain your skin’s natural balance and hydration. Switching to waterless skincare with Teliaoils means embracing a sustainable, effective approach to beauty.
