How do I Choose the Best Natural Lotion?

Choosing the best natural lotion should be based on the effect you want the lotion to have, the body part to which it will be applied and whether you have an allergy to a specific ingredient in the product. This will require educating yourself on the various ingredients commonly used to make different types of lotions and carefully reading the list of ingredients on the container to know what is in it and whether it truly is a natural lotion. It also is a very good idea to inquire about receiving samples of the cosmetic that will last long enough for you to verify whether it is going to work for you before you purchase it.

If you have respiratory problems such as asthma, you might want to avoid a fragrance lotion and instead opt for a 100-percent organic lotion or a homemade lotion that you easily can make for yourself following the recipes found in books about homemade, herbal personal care products. Look for the words "fragrance free" or "hypoallergenic" when choosing a commercially manufactured natural lotion. If you need an acne lotion, it is a good idea to look for natural ingredients such as herbal extracts that are effective against breakouts and oily or combination skin. A body care lotion should be one that is gentle enough for use several times daily even on the face, so it should be a totally natural-source lotion.

A good lotion easily can be made in the home using an herbal lotion base to which you add other ingredients according to the purpose for the product. You have to choose the exact ingredients and in what amounts they will be used if you believe that the best natural lotion for you must be personalized. People who have multiple things to consider — such as allergies or sensitive skin that might also be dry, oily, uneven in complexion or prone to breakouts — usually need to opt for making their own natural lotion or purchasing one that specifically mentions treatment for all of their conditions.

If you need to make a non-irritating cleansing lotion, for example, your base could be a gentle herbal and potenz hydrogen-balanced (pH-balanced) soap to which you can add moisturizing ingredients such as a very small amount of olive, grapeseed or jojoba oil if your skin is normal. The advantage to any specialized natural lotion is that it is formulated to target and treat a problem. Stretch mark lotion and lotions for oily skin, dry skin and sensitive skin are examples of the different types of natural lotion that can be purchased in stores or made at home. Again, the label should clearly state the conditions that the product treats, and the ingredient list should reflect the use of natural sources from which the lotion was made.

Keep in mind that a cheap lotion generally is not totally natural because of the expense of the ingredients used to make it, so you will want to consider price when deciding on a product. Also remember that reviews of the product written by consumers who have used it can be very helpful. Take into consideration the compliments and the complaints of others before making your purchase. People with severe skin conditions or skin cancer should consult their doctor or dermatologist to help in deciding on a lotion that will be effective and safe to use.