By Jenna Kohler, MA, Certified Health Coach
What you put IN your body can make a big difference in your overall wellness. Most of us are well acquainted with that notion by now; however, many folks aren’t aware that what you put ON your body can make a big difference too. The tissues that make up our bodies are absorbent and internalize what we come in contact with. Those of us who have had negative reactions to products we’ve used on our bodies know very well the effects of internalizing something our body doesn’t like. Others who haven’t experienced this may be taking for granted their body’s ability to process many of the harsh chemicals and toxins that are frequent additives in conventional or ‘drug store’ skin and beauty care products.
At Basil Bandwagon Natural Market, we take great care in curating product lines that are both safe AND effective. We hand-select products from companies that care about your wellbeing, the wellbeing of our community environment, and the wellbeing of our planet. Recently, you may have noticed many new products landing on our shelves in our health and beauty aid aisles. We want to take a moment to introduce some of these wonderful new product lines with you. These are just a few of the reasons why these products have made it through our rigorous vetting process and we’re certain there will be a few you’ll be eager to try!
Now carrying shampoo, conditioner, lotion, & bar soap at Basil Bandwagon Natural Market!
About Opas: “Our products have antique and vintage-inspired qualities as recipes from the Naturalism and Renaissance era. We practice sustainability and composting and our products are completely eco-friendly from our ingredients to our packaging.”
Now carrying shampoo, conditioner, lotion, hand soap, body wash, & hair spray/gel at Basil Bandwagon Natural Market!
About Carina: “We are present in every step of the product-making process. Our ingredients, including alfalfa, chamomile, echinacea, nettle, red clover and a variety of Botanical Tree Essences, are hand-selected and harvested throughout the Pacific Northwest. This helps to ensure the use of only the healthiest and highest quality extracts and essences.”
Now carrying deodorant & bar soap at Basil Bandwagon Natural Market!
About Schmidt’s Naturals: “Everything we produce is manufactured without harming any animals, and we never purchase ingredients from suppliers that test their products on animals — Schmidt’s is committed to staying certified vegan and cruelty-free. Schmidt’s Naturals products are always free of aluminum, propylene glycol, SLS, PEG, parabens, phthalates, artificial fragrance, artificial flavor, artificial colorants, and artificial sweeteners.”
Now carrying face masks at Basil Bandwagon Natural Market!
About Dirt Bag: “The women-owned, women-founded company was named ‘Dirt Bag’ because it suited the product, which uses a dry blend of ingredients analogous to dirt, and also because it serves as a reminder that good things can come out of some very bad circumstances for women. Sustainable, all-natural ingredients. No animal testing. 100% Eco-Friendly.“
Now carrying shampoo, conditioner, body wash, & hand cream at Basil Bandwagon Natural Market!
About Botanical Therapeutic: “We have chosen a healthier approach to manufacturing self-care products. Since Carina’s inception in 1972, replacing chemical and synthetic ingredients with natural and organic plant extracts, essences, and oils has been central to our focus and philosophy.”
Now carrying the dental care oil pulling line at Basil Bandwagon Natural Market!
About Dr. Gingers: “Dr. Ginger’s research, as well as testimonials from people she knew and treated, confirmed the notion that oil pulling does indeed offer substantial benefits to oral and overall health. No harmful chemicals. Dr. Ginger’s uses detoxifying Sodium Lauryl Sarcosinate (an amino acid from coconut oil) in lieu of Sodium Lauryl Sulfate (an irritating surfactant).”
Now carrying the dental care teeth whitening line at Basil Bandwagon Natural Market!
About Oral Essentials: “You shouldn’t have to choose between a product that is good for you, and a product that actually works. For us, that meant formulating products that we can feel good about putting in our bodies. No ‘DO NOT SWALLOW’ labels, no irritating bleaches, no compromises. We are the first ever dentist-formulated, naturally-derived, clinically-tested, certified non-toxic oral care company in the world, and you know what? We think it’s about time!”
Ancient Olive Soap
Now carrying bar soaps at Basil Bandwagon Natural Market!
About Ancient Olive: “Ancient Olive soap is perhaps the oldest and purest soap in the world, made of 100% olive oil and a high concentration of laurel oil. It is renowned for its skin-nourishing, wrinkle-fighting vitamins A and E from olive oil and its natural antiseptic and antibacterial properties from laurel.”
Now carrying first aid salves/balms, foaming hand soap, & bar soap at Basil Bandwagon Natural Market!
About Green Goo: “We are leaders in the commercialization of no-compromises natural body care products. Our mission to provide safe, natural and effective products extends into our philanthropy, as we continue to donate products to military, maternity and child care, and animal care organizations both here and around the world.”
Now carrying baby body care product line, mommy body care product line, body wash, & deodorant at Basil Bandwagon Natural Market!
About Earth Mama Organics: “We formulate easy-to-use herbal products to support mamas and babies through the entire miraculous birth process, from pregnancy through postpartum recovery, breastfeeding, baby care, and even the loss of a baby. We honor plant wisdom that has been passed down from great-grandmother to grandmother to mother to daughter; we combine that wisdom with the safety and assurances of contemporary evidence-based research.”
Now carrying bar soap, & lotion at Basil Bandwagon Natural Market!
About Purple Prairie Botanicals: “Purple Prairie Botanicals has always believed in the protection and sustainability of our natural world and the delicate systems which balance all life as we know it. This planet produces all of the products we share with you. When purchasing our raw materials, we only work with American companies that lead the industry in environmental stewardship and adhere to strict principles and protocols that ensure fair treatment and compensation for the people involved.”
Now carrying body wash, lotion, shampoo, conditioner, & hand soap at Basil Bandwagon Natural Market!
About Attitude: “All of our products are worry-free – 100% safe for your family and the planet, and free of cancer-causing chemicals, mutagens and endocrine disruptors. That’s why we question everything. And we invite you to do the same.” We have an insatiable need to innovate, inspire and improve. We are as much scientists as explorers, roaming the Earth and our homes looking for new ways to not only Live Consciously, but live better.
