A Perfect Pamper Gift For Him From Holy Lama Naturals

Holy Lama Naturals natural body care range is made using the ancient principles of Ayurveda.  All the products are vegan-friendly and free from both SLS and paraben.  Extra virgin coconut oil is the base of all the products, and the delicious fragrances across the range are distilled from a combination of superior essential oils known to help balance mind, body and soul. The collection of natural luxury skincare products creates the ultimate pamper gift this father’s day.

Particularly popular is the luxurious, handmade soap range including the Yogi soap, the Ayurvedic Curcuma (turmeric) soap, Kewra soap (coconut oil), Rainforest soap (Vetivert), Rose Soap and Lavender Soap, favourites for their long-lasting fragrance and for harnessing individual ayurvedic ingredients with their different benefits.

All the soaps are made with extra virgin coconut oil and a unique blend of essential oils that will awaken the senses.  Each soap is carefully wrapped in paper before being placed in the tactile, handmade shell in which the soap is presented, made from the leaf of the areca palm tree.  These leaves are shed by the tree regularly, rather than picked, and are moulded to form a sustainable and eco-friendly ‘oyster-like’ protective case which can double as a soap dish when in use. 

Environmentally friendly paper tags are hand stitched onto the ‘shell’ before it is sown together to secure the soap in place.  The same personal care and attention is taken with each and every soap and what’s more these bars don’t crack or go mushy when they are worked into a rich, creamy lather.   Your dad could own a handful of luxury for just £6.50 from www.holylama.co.uk.

Alternatively, why not pull together your own unique selection of Holy Lama Naturals goodies just for him. 

Holy Lama Naturals Deodorant (£6.50) is vegan friendly and free from both SLS and parabens, instead, the key ingredient is potash alum, a naturally occurring antiseptic mineral used to inhibit the growth of odour-generating bacteria.  It is a common myth that sweat causes the unpleasant body odour we try to avoid, but in fact it is the underarm bacteria reacting with the sweat that causes the smell.  The potash alum forms a porous barrier that prevents the odour-causing bacteria from multiplying and therefore prevents ‘BO’ occurring.  Importantly it does not congest the sweat glands but allows the natural process of perspiration to take place, which purifies and cools the body and aids the process of expelling toxins. Because potash alum does not interfere with the function of perspiration and it is not absorbed by the skin, Holy Lama Naturals deodorant is a healthier alternative to many other products on the market.

It’s kind to your skin too, however sensitive it may be. A fabulous botanical blend of pure vanilla, ylang ylang, petigrain and rosemary releases a long-lasting fragrance, leaving you feeling confident, fresh, and sweet-smelling all day, with no irritations or redness. 

How about adding a bottle of Holy Lama Naturals Cleansing Shower Gel (£12.50).  This hydrating shower gel is gentle enough to use every day and leaves the skin refreshed and naturally moisturised. The ingredients used include ylang ylang and patchouli oil and are beneficial in unclogging the pores by eliminating excess sebum, dirt, dead cells and other impurities to get naturally glowing skin. The blend of oils also helps to reduce wrinkles and fine lines, while the antibacterial, anti-fungal and anti-inflammatory properties help to soothe inflamed skin, acne, blemishes and skin infections, while acting as a natural deodorant.

Finally add a jar of Aloe Vera Gel (£14.50) to give your body a moisturising and replenishing boost. This treatment is refreshing and cooling, harnessing aloe vera’s natural healing properties, and has an irresistible jasmine flower scent.   Easily absorbed and without a greasy residue it’s ideal for after a shower and getting dressed quickly, keeping the skin oil-free and moisturised.

All Holy Lama Naturals products are ethically sourced, largely from local farms, and ethically produced; the products are handmade in the factory in Kerala which is a women’s enterprise employing mainly disadvantaged women who have been marginalised due to personal circumstances.  In a traditionally male dominated society, employment in the factory gives these women much needed self-confidence and independence, making a true difference to their lives.

So, this Father’s Day, give the father figure in your life something that’s good for the planet, good for the people who made it and good for him – after all, he’s worth it!

The full Holy Lama Naturals range is available online from www.holylama.co.uk or amazon.

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