Manuka Oil News

In New Zealand, weather can be extreme. The burning summer sun and harsh winters strip our skin of moisture. Because the skin on your lips is more sensitive than the rest of your skin, it can be quick to complain. Dry, peeling, cracked lips are a sign that the barrier function of lip skin has been compromised.  And if you frequently lick your lips, the problem is exacerbated.

The perfect travel companion – ManukaRx™ ointment

When you’re zipping around the world, you need a product on board that does it all. There are so many things you can encounter when travelling, and you simply can’t carry an individual product for everything. Sunburn, insect bites, coral scratches, dry skin, cracked heels, heat rash, dry lips… anything and everything can happen. You need a moisturising, antibacterial protective, gentle natural product that neatly fits in your carry-on. Impossible? Not with ManukaRx ointment.

Originally, petroleum jelly was found coating the bottom of oil rigs in the 1800s. It’s a by-product of oil production, which means it’s unsustainable, and some of the components removed from petroleum jelly in the refining process are carcinogenic. Most importantly, when applied to the skin, it creates a water-repellent barrier that clogs your pores and seals in the dirt. It keeps moisture in the skin, but doesn’t actually have any moisturising properties.

Amidst the bumph, there will usually be things for minor medical emergencies. Like paracetamol and sticking plasters. Only in a few rare cases will you find a whole first aid kit

Anyone can get cracked heels, which are sometimes called heel fissures. Cracks can form as a result of dry skin

There are a number of reasons why you might want to stop using commercial moisturisers and cleansers. The ‘no poo’ method aims to use naturally-available alternatives to avoid exposure to chemicals commonly found in commercial shampoos and conditioners.