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Essential guide to gluten-free skin care
Switching to gluten-free skin care products can feel overwhelming, especially when gluten hides under so many different ingredient names. At Green People UK, all of our products are intentionally gluten-free. We use natural, skin-loving alternatives like Quinoa to keep your skin and hair healthy, happy and irritation-free.
09/10/2025
9 Minute read
Is sodium coco sulphate the same as sodium lauryl sulphate?
Wondering whether Sodium Coco Sulfate and Sodium Lauryl Sulfate are the same thing? We’re breaking down what these ingredients are used for, why they’re different and why we choose not to use Sodium Lauryl Sulfate.
18/09/2025
7 Minute read
How to read an INCI List
Not sure how to read a skin care product’s ingredients label? It can feel like trying to understand another language sometimes (and in some ways it is). Find out how to read an INCI list and decode the ingredients listed on the label of your favourite cosmetics and skin care products.
03/09/2025
10 Minute read
What is SLS-free shampoo & is it good for my hair?
Curious about what’s in your shampoo and wondering if SLS should have a place in your hair routine? In this guide, we’ll unpack all you need to know about sodium lauryl sulphate (SLS) free shampoos.
13/08/2025
7 Minute read
Retinol vs Retinal: make the best choice for your skin type
Wondering whether to choose Retinol or Retinal? Discover the difference between Retinol and Retinal and which is better for sensitive skin.
31/07/2025
6 Minute read
Can Green Tea really improve your skin?
Your cup of Green Tea isn’t the only way to unlock its benefits — discover how Green Tea-infused skin care can help calm breakouts, protect collagen and revive your complexion.
22/07/2025
7 Minute read
The benefits of Edelweiss sunscreen
Discover why we consider Edelweiss to be an important sun cream ingredient as we explore the protective properties of this precious Alpine plant.
19/05/2025
4 Minute read
Why use an antioxidant sunscreen?
Discover the benefits of switching to a sunscreen with antioxidants as we help you find the best antioxidant sun cream and after sun for your skin type.
20/03/2025
6 Minute read
Perfume allergies: time to go fragrance free?
This guide looks at the symptoms of perfume allergies and why many people suffer from allergic reactions to perfumes. We also look at natural essential oils in products and how these oils can still trigger an allergic reaction in some sufferers. Discover a range of truly perfume-free products.
03/01/2025
6 Minute read
What does dermatologically tested mean?
What does it mean when products are dermatologically tested? Is it always safe for sensitive skin? Find out as we reveal why so many Green People products are dermatologically tested.
02/01/2025
4 Minute read
How to patch test skin care at home
Trying out new products can feel risky if you have sensitive skin. Check that your new skin care is safe for your skin with our step-by-step guide to doing a patch test at home.
02/01/2025
6 Minute read
Antiperspirants, sprays and roll-ons: your guide to deodorants
Is a natural deodorant the right choice for you? This guide explores the differences between roll-on deorants and spray antiperspirants so that you can make the best choice for your skin and your sustainability values.
12/08/2024
5 Minute read
Green People’s guide to Aloe Vera benefits for skin
If there’s one hero ingredient that we couldn’t live without here at Green People, it would have to be Aloe Vera. We believe that all skin types can benefit from this spiky succulent, and we use the inner leaf of Aloe Vera as a base ingredient in most of our natural and organic beauty products.
23/07/2024
6 Minute read
