Natural Grocers® Body Care Guide

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The average adult uses 12 personal care products daily, exposing them to as many as 112 unique chemicals. Some of these substances are linked to hormone disruption, reproductive and developmental harm, cancers, and other adverse effects. At Natural Grocers ® , we scrutinize the labels for you and keep chemicals with significant links to potentially serious harm off our shelves. This booklet is designed to help you build a healthier beauty and hygiene routine!

An Introduction to Our Body Care Standards You’re a natural. Shouldn’t your body care products be just as natural? Still, we know that “natural” is frequently claimed without the standards to back it up. Which is why we do things differently. At Natural Grocers, we believe the best way to empower the health and well-being of our communities and the planet is to root our claims in evidence-based research, rigorous verification of product claims and ingredients, third-party certifications (where applicable), and knowing what we won’t carry and why. Our 70+ years of industry experience and expertise further enhances this. These are the reasons we can confidently say that our Body Care Standards are, in a word (or three), best in class!

These are the principles that set us apart:

We scrutinize an ingredient’s life cycle. We don’t just worry about downstream impact—we look upstream, too. From manufacture to end use, we consider whether an ingredient poses significant hazards to people and the planet. If it does, it’s not for us.

We require proof. Vendors must supply us with samples of all new and reformulated products and complete ingredient lists, which our in-house team of experts scrutinize to ensure they meet our harm- less ingredient standards. We know what we don’t carry AND why. We have a list of ingredients linked to sufficient evidence that they may cause harm or carrying reasonable doubt that they don’t. These substances automatically disqualify new products seeking entry to our shelves. Currently, we have 40 ingredient categories, and 132 ingredients (and constantly evolving) we don’t allow in body care.

We stay informed. Our in-house experts monitor the latest information about new ingredients and cosmetics entering the market so we can offer you safer selections within a highly unregulated industry.

Our body care departments are a no-stress destination for everything your personal care routine requires. At Natural Grocers ® , all you have to worry about is having enough time to explore the many innovative, sustainable, effective, transparent, and Always Affordable TM selections awaiting your discovery! Follow us through this booklet to discover some of them.

We believe in being a one-stop shop for all your personal care needs. Our mission is to bring you a well-rounded selection of the most effective hygiene and beauty essentials using the least toxic ingredients available in each category.

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Five Reasons To Be as Careful About What You Put On Your Body as What You Put In It! Our daily hygiene habits can expose us to multiple chemicals, some with known links to adverse health effects. And current government regulations don’t require the cosmetics industry to test or prove whether cumulative exposure to a cocktail of potentially toxic ingredients is safe over a lifetime of use. Which means it’s an open-ended question. Consider these five reasons why you may want to question the conventional cosmetics status quo. Ditch toxic chemicals that can be absorbed into your bloodstream. Many factors determine whether what you put on your skin and scalp is absorbed into your bloodstream. However, some common cosmetic ingredients linked to adverse health effects are absorbed. Studies conducted by the FDA found that active ingredients of chemical sunscreens, such as oxybenzone and avobenzone, could be detected in the blood weeks after use. Other scientific research indicates these chemicals have endocrine-disrupting effects that may be especially harmful to children. Additionally, hormone-mimicking parabens and phthalates, common in preservatives and fragrances, have been found throughout the body. Although there isn’t a science-based consensus on the long-term Endocrine-disrupting compounds (EDCs) can interact with hormone receptors, interfering with the communication of the hormones responsible for many vital functions, from metabolism to sexual development. Yet, studies suggest that even low-dose exposure to EDCs, “especially during critical developmental stages,” can increase risks for a range of issues, from cancers to neurodegenerative diseases to immune disorders. Some potential and known EDCs found in cosmetics include parabens, phthalates, and chemical sunscreens. Steer clear of artificial fragrances. A 2018 report from Breast Cancer Prevention Partners (BCPP) found that most chronic health effects linked to cosmetic ingredients are due to the hidden chemicals in fragrances. BCPP conducted this research because of prior evidence that some fragrances include compounds linked to cancer, congenital disabilities, hormone disruption, and more. The report highlighted hair products as some of the worst offenders, with more than 95 percent of the entire category containing fragrances. At Natural Grocers, we work with all our body care brands to ensure that only natural fragrances are used. Emissions from personal care products are a major source of air pollution! A 2018 study from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration in Boulder, Colorado, found that emissions from personal care products now rival those from cars as a major source of air pollution called volatile organic compounds (VOCs)! VOCs include a range of chemicals, and some of those found in personal care products have been linked to potential short- and long-term health issues, including cancer and nervous system damage (at high doses). Mandated safety testing of cosmetic ingredients in the U.S. doesn’t exist. The FDA recently updated its cosmetics regulations with “The Modernization of Cosmetics Regulation Act of 2022.” It’s the first time the agency has made any updates in this arena since 1938! Even with the Modernization Act, “neither the law nor FDA regulations require specific tests to demonstrate the safety of individual products or ingredients.” At Natural Grocers, we don't believe in gambling with your health, or ours, by accepting cosmetic ingredients with reasonably established potential to cause harm to human health or the environment. Because around here—what you put on your body matters as much as what you put in it! effects of chronic exposure to these chemicals through cosmetics—why risk it? Think lower doses means safer? Not necessarily.

Join us throughout this booklet to explore products and tips to help you build a healthier personal hygiene and beauty routine.

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Here's a universal truth of skincare—everybody needs a cleanser! Cleansing removes the day's ick, helps maintain pore size, supports PH balance and hydration, and helps prepare skin for the products you layer on afterward. It’s not one size fits all, though—find your match with these cleaner cleansers formulated for various skin types, life stages, and other needs. CLEANSING

Derma E Anti-Wrinkle Cleanser

Earth Harbor Ahoy Love Nourishing Milky Cleanser

Cocokind Oil to Milk Cleanser

This makeup-removing prebiotic fermented oat and oil cleanser starts as a silky balm and then morphs into milky goodness, leaving your skin oh-so-soft and never stripped. It supports a healthy skin moisture barrier!

Step into your timeless era with this dermatologist-recommended, anti-aging cleanser! Starring vitamin A, retinol, and glycolic acid—it zaps dead skin cells, banishes excess oil, and encourages a brighter complexion!

Calling sensitive skin types (and all others)—pamper your complexion with this soothing cleanser. Its botanical star power includes nourishing Super Seaweed Complex and exfoliating Botanic AHAs— and that’s only the beginning. Goes on silky smooth—leaves skin dewy soft.

Desert Essence® Moisturizing Ceramide Cleanser

evanhealy Blue Lavender Cleansing Milk

Mad Hippie Cleansing Oil

Free your pores from excess oil, makeup, and daily buildup with this foaming cleanser! Gentle yet effective, it supports your skin's natural moisture barrier with a proprietary ceramide blend, hyaluronic acid, and alpha hydroxy acid.

Glow-getter alert! This radiance boosting cleansing oil softens, smooths, and sweeps away the day's dirt and makeup with ease. It’s gentle but tough on harder-to remove grime, non-comedogenic, and can double as a facial oil.

Craving more calm in your cleansing routine? This cleansing milk is a soothing serenade to reactive skin. It’s handmade with regenerating plant oils, revitalizing floral waters, and purifying white kaolin clay for a blissful, balanced, exquisitely clean complexion.

NUTRITION TIP: Support clear, happy skin with a clean diet! Trade in excess sugar, fried foods, and refined carbohydrates for simple, real foods like grass-fed meats, pastured eggs, wild fish, organic veggies, unrefined olive and coconut oils, and raw nuts and seeds. *

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*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.

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Go for the glow without breaking the budget on an expensive facial. Equip your beauty toolkit with these exfoliators and masks boasting all the good ingredients and none of the bad. Regular exfoliation can enhance the absorption of your other skincare products and even promote increased collagen production in the long term. Add a mask for enriching, hydrating, or brightening benefits, and spend a minute admiring your gorgeous self! EXFOLIATORS & MASKS

Mychelle® Fruit Enzyme Scrub

Sea El Coconut Kiwi Exfoliating Scrub

Acure® Brightening Facial Scrub

Say adieu to dull, uneven skin tone with this Fruit Enzyme Scrub. Packed with cranberry and licorice root enzymes, it refreshes, revitalizes, and unveils radiance. Perfect for all skin types—it's your glow-to!

Dive into tropical bliss with this luxurious facial polish. Pumice gently removes dead skin cells, preparing skin to absorb the nourishing hydration of coconut oil, kiwi, bamboo, and green tea extracts. It’s a delightful escape to smoother, firmer-looking skin.

Meet your skincare MVP: a gentle exfoliating scrub that targets dullness and rough texture. It supports brighter, more luminous-looking skin with “hero ingredients” like sea kelp and French green clay, combined with eco-savvy science.

Need a pore glow-up? This bentonite clay mask is a mineral-packed marvel for oily skin! Pro tip: Mix with apple cider vinegar and voilà—enjoy elevated pore-clearing benefits and a beautifully nourished glow! Heritage Store Ancient Healing Clay

Looking for gentle, daily exfoliation while you cleanse? Mudita Earth made a cleanser just for you. Bamboo powder buffs away gunk with a delicate touch, while jojoba oil maintains balance, and rosemary leaf tightens and smooths—unveiling your radiance. Mudita Earth Bamboo Exfoliating Cleanser

Derma E Vitamin C Whipped Radiance Polish

Dial up your dazzle when you add this energizing polish to your morning routine. Stabilized vitamin C is paired with the exfoliating dream team of volcanic ash and lactic acid to banish dullness. The result? You—illuminated!

HEALTHY SKIN HACK: Oats and honey are two exfoliators you probably have in your pantry. Mix finely ground oats with water for a gentle scrub, or wear a honey mask, which also has an exfoliating effect when allowed to sit on the skin. *

*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. 5

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Topical antioxidants and targeted actives are like that BFF who always has your back—but for your complexion. vitamin C is the antioxidant queen, supporting skin cells when they encounter free radical activity that may accelerate the appearance of aging. Ingredients like hyaluronic acid, ceramides, and mushroom peptides support hydration, a healthy skin barrier, and natural collagen production. Apply these formulas to clean skin before moisturizing and glow on now—won’t you! SKIN SERUMS

Mudita Earth Blueberry & Papaya Illuminating Serum

Mad Hippie Vitamin C Serum

Cocokind Ceramide Barrier Serum

Turn up your soft glow with this fan favorite serum! It stars an advanced, stable form of vitamin C, paired with another potent antioxidant—vitamin E—plus ferulic acid. Add hydrating hyaluronic acid, and you have an all star lineup for radiance.

If you want the “omg—what’s their secret?!” effect, this serum is for you! Papaya enzymes gently exfoliate and promote cell renewal, while blueberry’s potent free radical scavengers support your complexion’s natural defenses. The result? That even-toned radiance nobody can ignore.

We present to you the holy grail of skin barrier serums! Packed with five types of ceramides and lipids, it's designed with dry and sensitive skin in mind. Support your healthy skin barrier for a hydrated, supple, and oh-so-happy complexion.

Go for the gold with this luxe elixir! Its high-performance actives, including colloidal gold, mushroom peptides, and caffeine deliver an instant undereye makeover—brightened and lifted. Bonus—it helps reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. Botanicary. No. 8 REAWAKEN - 24k Gold Illuminating Eye Elixir

Your age will be a well-kept secret with this revitalizing serum in your skincare arsenal. Fruit Stem Cell Science ® , resveratrol, and goji glycopeptides are its MVPs—promoting a tighter, more toned appearance. Reveal your timeless beauty—lifted and firm. Andalou Naturals Age Defying Fruit Stem Cell Revitalize Serum

Heritage Store Rosewater Serum

Bloom into radiance with this refreshing serum—delivering straight from-the-rose-garden vibes! Infused with 1% hyaluronic acid and damask roses—it mega hydrates for a youthful luminosity. For added delight keep chilled between uses.

NUTRITION TIP: One simple habit everyone can adopt for great skin is this—drink plenty of water! Clean, pure water is critical for keeping skin hydrated and supporting the body’s detoxification processes. Struggle to drink water? Add fresh lemon, cucumber, or mint, and count organic herbal teas toward your daily hydration goals. *

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*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.

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Moisturize, moisturize, moisturize! It’s a non-negotiable step for healthy, radiant skin. Beyond hydration, it helps protect your skin barrier from irritation and the elements while enhancing your skin's ability to retain moisture. Experts suggest that lightly exfoliating with a soft cloth or cotton pad during cleansing can prep your skin to absorb moisturizer more effectively. Explore lighter daytime options and extra-nourishing nighttime choices and stay radiant with these hydrating formulas. MOISTURIZING

Acure® Ultra Hydrating 12-Hour Facial Moisturizer

Celebrate your skin's story with this nutrient-rich cream! Made for “expressive faces,” it’s powered by nutrient-rich sea buckthorn seed oil, and saffron-infused organic olive oil. Together they hydrate, soothe, and restore that timeless radiance to your reflection. Wild Carrot Herbals® Saffron Seed Nutrient Cream

Weleda Skin Food Face Care

When your skin needs a big, bottomless drink of hydration—you need this 12-Hour Facial Moisturizer. Powered by adaptogenic botanicals, nutrient-dense spirulina, and leafy greens, it helps restore that fresh, dewy glow to thirsty complexions.

Win the day with this NATRUE certified Natural Nourishing Day Cream—packed with olive leaf extract, squalane, and chamomile. It's your fast pass to hydrated, luminous skin. Plant-rich glow-up? Check!

Firm, plump, and poreless—that’s complexion goals for every season! Meet the goal getter—a cream packed with potent natural actives to maintain healthy collagen, deep hydration, and a strong skin barrier. It’s NATRUE certified natural and designed with your skin’s future resilience in mind. Trilogy. Pro-Collagen+ Milk Cream

Turn back time while you sleep with this age-defying resveratrol and CoQ10 night cream! It’s your skin’s hard-working overnight dream team to support a firm, supple-looking complexion while helping reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. Andalou Naturals Night Repair Cream

Sea El Miracle Kelp Eye Cream

Brighten your peepers with this Miracle Kelp Eye Cream! Yerba mate energizes, hyaluronic acid plumps, and kelp soothes for a refreshed, youthful gaze. No one will know what you did last night.

HEALTHY SKIN HACK: Stress can contribute to skin dehydration. To support your skin's moisture retention, prioritize stress management techniques, frequent exercise, reduced alcohol consumption, and plenty of sleep. *

*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. 7

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Your hair care routine will be as unique as you are, changing with the seasons of life, the weather, and more. But here’s a rule of thumb for haircare at Natural Grocers—what’s healthier for your luscious locks is probably healthier for the planet, too. Lather up with these shampoos and conditioners, made with essential oil scents, or natural fragrances, more sustainable packaging, and safer preservatives. HAIR CARE

HiBAR™ Solid Shampoo & Conditioner

Got curls? Enhance their magic with SmartCurl—the shampoo and conditioner designed to make your naturally curly mane look smooth, shiny, and high def! Enter WaveMax™—a humidity-busting chia & flaxseed complex made to boost long-lasting curl definition while defying frizz. EVOLVh SmartCurl Boost & Define Shampoo & Conditioner

Great hair days shouldn’t be complicated or created with toxic ingredients! That’s why this Classic Clean duo—made with 99% naturally derived ingredients—gets straight to the point. No stripping. No weighing down. Just nourishing hydration, wrapped in the aroma of a tropical vacation. California Naturals® Classic Clean Shampoo & Conditioner

Raise the bar on your hair care routine with these plastic-free, solid shampoo and conditioner bars! Featuring fermented date root for added volume, they're enhanced with hair-fortifying rice proteins & amino acids and B5 for a planet-loving, great hair day!

Reminiscent of a forest bath, this shampoo and conditioner duo refreshes dry, itchy scalps. The dynamic pairing of 100% plant-based pine tar oil and tea tree oil delivers an invigorating, soothing cleanse and condition— formulated for all hair types. The Grandpa Soap Co. Pine Tar Shampoo & Conditioner

Zatik Healthy & Shiny Shampoo and Conditioner

This hydrating Oat & Calendula Shampoo & Wash is a cuddle in a bottle for tender scalps and skin of all ages. It gently cleanses, hydrates, and comforts with plant-based goodness and a hug of vanilla. Babo Botanicals® Moisturizing Oat & Calendula Shampoo & Wash

Irresistibly soft and shiny—if that’s hair goals for you, meet your new fave shampoo and conditioner! This duo features powerhouse botanical extracts and revitalizing oils to nurture your strands while banishing dryness, dullness, and frizz.

NUTRITION TIP: Manage your mane with these diet hacks. Adequate protein is a must—too little can lead to dry, brittle strands. Choose avocados for hair-nurturing pantothenic acid. And make wild-caught salmon and walnuts menu regulars—they’re great sources of the omega-3 fatty acids a healthy scalp craves. *

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*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.

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Your hair is a statement piece—a way of expressing your individuality, whether styled or au natural! But shiny, healthy hair is the most emphatic statement of all, which means treating your scalp with consistent TLC. Find styling aids, wash-skipping essentials, and healthy scalp support in this lineup designed to make every day a better hair day! HAIR CARE

Weleda Rosemary Condition & Shine Hair Oil

Giovanni® L.A. Hold™ Hair Spritz

Derma E Scalp Relief Rinse

Capture the spotlight with this maximum-hold spritz from the brand “bridging the gap between natural and salon-quality!” Eco Chic ® and vegan friendly, it locks in that star-worthy, color-safe shine without dulling or damaging.

Give your scalp a fresh start with this soothing pre-shampoo rinse! It vanquishes buildup with exfoliating salicylic and lactic acids, boosts shine with apple cider vinegar, and leaves you with an energizing menthol tingle. Shine on, lovely!

There’s no such thing as locks too lustrous, and this hair oil proves it! Powered by rosemary oil, clover, and burdock root extracts, it delivers intense nourishment to dry strands and split ends.

Attitude™ Super Leaves™ Kids Hair Detangler

Show your hair and scalp some extra love with this artisan-crafted herbal oil blend. Botanically infused oils and steam-distilled essential oils moisturize thirsty strands, promote the appearance of thicker, fuller hair, and leave your locks feeling more resilient. Take Haven Strengthen and Grow Scalp + Hair Oil

WanderCare™ Dry Shampoo

Wanderlusters take note—great hair days and great adventures go hand in hand with WanderCare Dry Shampoo! Premium natural starches instantly refresh hair without water, white cast, or mess. Start with a travel-friendly bottle and keep going with paper-based refills to reduce plastic waste.

Tame those rebellious toddler strands with this sweet-smelling Vanilla & Pear Kids Detangler! Enriched with soothing blueberry leaf extract— trade tangles for soft manageability with this EWG-Verified, dermatologically-tested spritz.

NUTRITION TIP: Support your strands with these supplements. Collagen promotes the structural integrity of hair, skin, and nails. B-complex and silica support collagen production and help maintain your body’s existing stores. And biotin encourages keratin production, a vital protein for hair and nail strength. *

*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. 9

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‘Tis the season to replenish your outdoor adventuring staples—insect repellents and sun block! At Natural Grocers ® , our insect repellents are DEET free! And we only carry mineral-based sun protection featuring zinc oxide or titanium dioxide—the only two sunscreens that the FDA currently considers “generally recognized as safe and effective.” Also, remember that hats and other protective clothing can help shield you from sun exposure. SUN & BUG PROTECTION

Keep your active kiddos protected at the pool, the park, and everywhere in between with this dermatologist-tested sunscreen spray. Enriched with moisturizing and soothing banana fruit extract and aloe vera, it’s fast drying, water resistant for 80 minutes, and made for summertime fun! Derma E Kids Active Sheer Mineral Sunscreen Spray

MyChelle Protect Sun Shield Liquid

Catch waves, not rays, with Badger’s sport-ready mineral sunscreen! Reef friendly and Certified to Protect Land + Sea, it’s made with just four simple ingredients and offers broad-spectrum SPF 40 protection so you can dive in without harming your skin. Badger Sport Mineral Sunscreen Cream

Stay protected wherever the day takes you with this sheer, tinted, oil-free formula! Featuring mineral-based, broad-spectrum SPF 50 protection—it’s reef safe and made with skin-soothing ingredients. Blend seamlessly into your skin for a healthy glow and a smooth, matte finish.

Create a bug-free oasis with Nantucket Spider's insect-repelling incense sticks. Crafted with essential oils and an easy-lighting sawdust base—they offer over 90 minutes of protection per stick. Ethically sourced and beautifully fragrant, they'll keep unwanted "guests" out of your next outdoor gathering! Nantucket Spider Mosquito & Fly Repelling Outdoor Garden Sticks

Mad Hippie Daily Protective Serum

Badger Anti-Bug Shake & Spray

Don’t forgo that summer glow with this zinc-based, 30+ UVA/UVB sun protecting serum. Light and clear, it’s designed to blend seamlessly with all skin tones while hydrating and nourishing with hyaluronic acid, buriti oil, vitamin C, and more. Enjoy skin-loving, sun-kissed radiance without the damaging rays!

DEET free and lab tested for mosquito repelling effectiveness, this organic bug spray's aromatic potency is fueled by essential oils. Gentle on the skin and on the planet—it's made with solar power and packaged in recyclable aluminum bottles.

NUTRITION TIP: Free radical-scavenging carotenoids, including lycopene, lutein, and astaxanthin, support skin health during sun-shiny adventures. In addition to supplements, lutein is found in leafy greens and pasture-raised eggs, lycopene in cooked tomatoes, and astaxanthin in wild sockeye salmon. *

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*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.

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Good oral hygiene and a swipe of deodorant are a daily must for most of us. However, toothpaste and mouthwash may contain artificial flavors, colors, and other questionable ingredients unnecessary for keeping your smile on point. Meanwhile, mainstream antiperspirants and deodorants frequently include synthetic fragrances, which may be masking a range of potentially toxic chemicals. Keep your oral and armpit hygiene on point with the good stuff! DEODORANTS & TOOTHPASTE

Davids Hydroxi™ sensitive+whitening toothpaste

Uncle Harry’s Remin Liquid

Upgrade your brushing routine with this herbaceous, Ayurvedic toothpaste. It supports optimal oral hygiene with neem, Peelu, and 21 additional herbal extracts. Non-GMO and flouride freet—it treats your pearly whites right! Auromere® Fresh Mint Ayurvedic Toothpaste

Sensitive teeth will smile brighter with this fluoride-free toothpaste! Powered by Davids proprietary Hydroxi™ to soothe sensitivity and support enamel, it also features naturally derived plaque removing and whitening ingredients. Packaged in a recyclable metal tube, it’s for brighter, fresher, planet-loving grins!

Sometimes, teeth need extra reinforcement, and this pH-balancing remineralization liquid is that daily dose of superhero strength! Fortify your enamel and support an alkaline mouth all day with essential trace minerals and a minty, fresh finish.

Humble Palo Santo & Frankincense Deodorant

Dr Plotka’s® Mouthwatchers Toothbrush

Lone Natural Bold Deodorant

This is no ordinary toothbrush—it’s the ultimate mouth revolution! Its bristles are silver infused to stay hygienic between brushes, while the ultra-thin flossing tips deliver an extra-deep clean—it’s dentist invented for a pristine oral hygiene routine.

This deodorant packs a punch with one swipe, powering you through your daily activities with long-lasting odor protection that’s aluminum and baking soda free. It comes in two essential oil-based scents (plus unscented) and is crafted with skin conditioning ingredients that leave your pits happy—and your social life, too!

Freshen up the eco-friendly way! Humble deodorant neutralizes odor with four simple ingredients and essential oil-enhanced natural fragrances. It's plastic free and packaged in recyclable, biodegradable paperboard, so you can stay green and smell great!

NUTRITION TIP: Cranberry juice and probiotics support oral health by promoting a healthy bacterial balance in the mouth. And vitamin D assists with the absorption and retention of calcium required for strong teeth and supports overall oral health. *

*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. 11

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Chemicals of concern for adults pose even greater risks for babies and children. Children can absorb more chemicals through their skin, which is 30 percent thinner than adult skin. Yet, there are no federal safety standards for children’s personal care products to account for the unique hazards these substances pose. Meanwhile, some of the same potentially harmful ingredients we’re trying to avoid in adult cosmetics are also found in children’s products. Explore these brands that prioritize baby's safety! BABIES & KIDS

Those precious baby rolls deserve only the best—keep them gently fresh with this Botanical Baby Powder! Talc and cornstarch free, it’s crafted with a soothing blend of arrowroot powder and other natural ingredients and lightly scented with essential oils. Wild Carrot Herbals® Botanical Baby Powder

Earth Mama Diaper Balm

It’s stressful to see irritation on delicate baby skin—but this cream is here to support you. Featuring borage seed oil, it’s a calming, hydrating parent-approved lullaby for baby’s sensitive scalp and complexion. Wild Carrot Baby Borage Eczema Cream

A jar of this Certified Organic balm is a diaper bag essential! Power-packed with soothing herbs and oils, including calendula—it’s dermotologist tested, EWG Verified, and cloth diaper friendly. Made for “tender behinds”—it’s also a multi tasking skin salve for the whole family.

This fragrance-free castile baby wash and baby lotion—made with organic ingredients—is the dream team for delicate, easily irritated skin! Plus, they’re dermotologist tested and have earned the National Eczema Association’s Seal of Acceptance™ for meeting its rigorous standards. Earth Mama Simply Non-Scents Baby Wash and Lotion

Alaffia® Kids Bubble Bath – Coconut Strawberry

What kid doesn’t want to brush with bubble gum? Fluoride free and enhanced with xylitol, neem and pomegranate to support a healthy mouth and gums—the gentle, foamy, fun is designed to keep your little humans lining up for teeth brushing time! Himalaya® Kids Bubble Gum Toothpaste

Ditch the ingredient concerns and let your kids dive into bubbly bliss with this fun, fruity bath. It’s crafted to cleanse, nourish, and hydrate with ethically traded virgin coconut oil, fair-trade shea butter, and the delight of strawberry and hibiscus.

NUTRITION TIP: Support your kiddos’ skin health by teaching them to eat the rainbow in veggies and fruits. Trade out sugary sweets for vitamin-C-packed strawberries. And nurture their skin during sunny adventures with carotenoid-rich snacks like mangoes and carrot sticks. *

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*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.

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Every day can be Spa Day when you stock your bathroom cabinet with this range of luxurious, skin-nourishing, naturally great-smelling bath treats. And keep your skin hydrated and silky smooth with these lush lotions, without worrying about endocrine-disrupting chemicals lurking in preservatives or fragrances—it’s the good4u way! BODY CARE

Stressful times call for relaxing rituals that don’t break the budget! The aromatic functionality of these bath soaks is driven by essential oils combined with Epsom salts meeting USP Pharmaceutical-Grade purity requirements. With a range of scents made for every mood—find your bliss! Natural Grocers Brand Epsom Salt Bath & Foot Soaks

Take Haven Calm & Nourish Herbal Moisturizer

Unwind in fizzy delight with Natural Grocers Brand Bath Bombs! Crafted with a softening and soothing blend of botanical oils and extracts—they're also vegan, non-GMO, and made in the U.S. We call them essential self care! Natural Grocers® Brand Bath Bombs

Sensitive skin and scents-itive noses—this one’s for you! This delightfully creamy balm blends herbal-infused, cold-pressed oils and steam-distilled essential oils to deliver lasting hydration wherever you need it—hands, face, and body. Unscented and calming, it also comes in an eco-friendly, take-anywhere tin!

The Grecian Soap Company® Goat’s Milk Lotion

Clean up your hygiene routine with Natural Grocers Brand Castile Soap! It’s made with Fair Trade-Certified coconut oil and organic oils and packaged in 100% recyclable bottles. From Wildflower to Peppermint— there’s a scent for every sense! Natural Grocers Brand Castile Soap

Buff Bar® Body Balm

TLC alert for stressed-out skin! Crafted from vitamin-rich North American plains bison tallow, these body balms deliver instant, long lasting hydration to cracked, dry, or irritated skin. Fabulous scents— phenomenal results!

Psst—indulgence alert! This lotion is the everyday luxury your routine is craving. Crafted with soothing aloe leaf juice and nutrient-rich goat’s milk, it pampers skin with intense hydration. Made with 81% organic ingredients in a range of delightful scents—it’s treat yourself time!

NUTRITION TIP: The passage of time gives us a greater sense of ourselves and our stories, but… it also eventually means our complexions retain less water. Add a hyaluronic acid supplement to your routine to support moisture retention and promote more hydrated, youthful-looking skin. *

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Clear, supple, glowing skin starts on the inside! Fill the menu with the flavorful variety of unprocessed foods nature provides and mind your blood sugar balance. Excess sugars in your blood alter the function of proteins, like collagen and elastin, which are responsible for skin structure and elasticity. Meals that include clean protein, healthy fats, and a rainbow of plants help support healthy blood sugar balance.* DIET

Get omega-3 fatty acids from cold water fatty fish to support healthy skin. Choose coconut oil for medium-chain triglycerides to support your skin barrier and moisture retention and olive oil to support a healthy inflammation response.* Healthy fats are critical for healthy skin! *

Make every meal colorful.

Vitamin C is the snack for me!

Berries, purple potatoes, eggplant, and other richly-hued fruits and veggies are good sources of potent free radical scavengers called polyphenols. These compounds support skin health in the sun, modulate inflammation, and promote cellular health.*

As an antioxidant, it supports your complexion by scavenging free radicals. It’s also required for collagen production and supports skin hydration. Vitamin C-rich foods include parsley, broccoli, Brussels sprouts, papaya, and guava.*

Think orange, red, and yellow foods, like yams, watermelon, and tomatoes, paired with healthy fat for better absorption. Leafy greens and pasture-raised eggs are also good sources of carotenoids. Carotenoid-rich foods are for supporting skin during sunny day fun. *

Don’t forget about vitamin E!

Say hello to gelatin.

It’s a dietary source of collagen and contains many amino acids that support normal skin growth.* Bone broth is an excellent source of gelatin, and you can also get creative with fun treats, like healthy homemade gummies or jello.

This vitamin is integral to the skin’s antioxidant system, helping fight free radicals, modulate inflammation, and support skin during sunny outings.* Sunflower seeds, almonds, hazelnuts, leafy greens, and avocados are good sources of vitamin E.

NUTRITION TIP: Dietary fiber promotes digestive health and supports healthy blood sugar balance, which are both a win for your skin. * But… the average American consumes less than the recommended 25+ grams per day. Fiber-rich foods include lentils, chia seeds, avocados, almonds, and raspberries.

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*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.

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As we say at Natural Grocers ® , enjoy your food and supplement the rest! Unfortunately, skin wreckers, including pollution, stress, processed foods, excess sugar, and too much alcohol and sun exposure, are abundant. These factors can produce damaging free-radical activity in skin cells, which can accelerate the appearance of skin aging. A simple supplement routine is an excellent beauty tool for supporting healthy skin, hair, and nails throughout the lifespan.* Consider these favorites from our nutrition experts. SUPPLEMENTS

Probiotics are pro-healthy skin! *

Collagen is for aging gracefully. *

These carotenoids support your skin during sunny outings.* Astaxanthin also encourages healthy skin aging and promotes elasticity and moisture retention.* Lutein has been shown to enhance the overall appearance of skin tone and “luminance.”* Glow on with lutein & astaxanthin.

They support a healthy balance of gut bacteria, modulate inflammation, and encourage the normal function of your body’s elimination system—all critical factors for supporting skin health.*

Collagen makes up 75 percent of your skin’s support structure, but you produce and maintain less over time. Supplementing with collagen can support skin hydration, elasticity, and smoothness throughout your life.*

Your skin craves large amounts of vitamin C for collagen production and oxidative support for skin cells.* Studies show it provides even more healthy skin support when combined with vitamin E.* Vitamins C & E—the antioxidant dream team for healthy skin.

Methylsulfonylmethane, known to its friends as MSM, has been shown to promote skin elasticity, firmness, and hydration, encouraging a healthy aging process.* Silica is important for collagen synthesis and also supports skin strength and elasticity.* MSM and Silica: two supplements, one dynamic duo for healthy aging. *

Get radiant with Resveratrol!

Trade the skin-wrecking glass of red wine for the potent polyphenol it contains in supplement form. Resveratrol’s free radical-scavenging effects support healthy skin aging and promote hydration, elasticity, and healthy texture.*

NUTRITION TIP: Take your supplements alongside a cup of green tea for more complexion loving benefits. Green tea is packed with free radical-scavenging epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG), which supports skin during sun exposure and supports skin’s cellular health. *

*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. 15

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