Testimonial 1 - Before Applying Saaf Foot Softening Balm

Let me share with you my own experience with one of Saaf's best seller - Organic Foot Softening Balm. My son's finger was badly infected which resulted inlosing half his finger nail, first layer of the skin gone and his top layer of finger flesh was exposed. The infection (due to the exposed flesh) caused wounds to develop and he couldn’t bend his fingers and would scream when in contact with water. I went to the doctor to get it treated for about 5months but it just got worse. All I got was a cream (which contained steroid I was told). The photos on the right shows my son's badly infected finger before I applied the balm

Testimonial 1 - After Applying Saaf Foot Softening Balm

After reading the ingredients of the Organic Foot Softening Balm ( Neem, Beeswax, Black Seed, Olive oil etc ) and their benefit, I decided to try it on my son’s infected finger. My son cleaned his fingers with Dettol hand soap and dried it well. Applied the foot balm generously and covered it with facial cotton overnight. After three applications, voila!! the wounds dried and healed. A new layer of skin developed and he can now bend his finger and not scream when in contact with water ! It was amazing to see the progress. After the 7th application, I could see even better progress as shown in these photos. I would say, it takes just a few more applications and my son's finger will be back to normal InsyaAllah!

Neem in Skin Care

The following website explains in details the benefits of Neem in relieving eczema symptoms, psoriasis, dry skin and acne. Have fun reading this informative website!

http://www.discoverneem.com/neem-oil-eczema.html

Neem is one of the ingredients found in Saaf Organic Foot Softening Balm. I used this foot balm to treat the skin infection on my son’s index finger. His finger was badly infected which resulted in losing half his finger nail, first layer of the skin gone and his top layer of finger flesh was exposed. The infection (due to the exposed flesh) caused wounds to develop and he couldn’t bend his fingers and would scream when in contact with water. I went to the doctor to get it treated for about 5months but it just got worse. All I got was a cream (which contained steroid I was told).

After reading the ingredients of the Organic Foot Softening Balm and their benefit, I decided to try it on my son’s infected finger. Son cleaned his fingers with Dettol hand soap and dried it well. Applied the foot balm generously and covered it with facial cotton overnight. After three applications, voila!! the wounds dried and healed. A new layer of skin developed and he can now bend his finger and not scream when in contact with water ! It was amazing to see the progress. I did take pictures of before and I’ll upload it once its fully healed, so that I can share with you the before and after...stay tuned!

HOW TO Use Saaf Products

Radiant, Glowing Skin Starts With Thorough Cleansing...

Basic skin care with Saaf Pure Face Cleanser And Organic Serum

1. On dry face, apply a small amount of cleanser using the cotton face cloth, all over face, gently exfoliating. Avoid the eye area.
2. Using another corner of the face cloth, soak it with warm water and gently remove all traces of the cleanser off the face, in an upward circular motion.
3. Splash your face with cold water (Nature’s own toner-minus the chemicals) to close the pores. Alternatively, a tip from another friend who got it from a spa is that, just roll an ice cube all over your face.
4. Pat dry your face with a soft clean towel.
5. With a rolling motion, gently press a small amount of Saaf serum/Face & Lip Balm (moisturiser) onto your face and neck. Leave to penetrate for a few minutes. If necessary, blot of any excess with a tissue.

VIDEO : How To Apply Skin Serum To Face

Click How To Apply Skin Serum To Face to watch the video. However please note that use only ONE PUMP of Saaf Organic Ultimate Moisture Serum (for normal/dry skin) or Saaf Organic Complexion Boosting Serum (for normal/oily skin)

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Deep cleansing :

1. For deeper cleanse, make a cleansing solution by mixing 5-10mls of Pure Shower Gel in 1L of warm tap water.

Note : Pure Shower Gel is a natural soap base very high in glycerine, which acts as a humectant (attracting moisture to the skin) as well as containing betaine, which is a sugar beet derived ingredient designed to calm irritated skin.

How To Apply Saaf Face & Lip Balm

Use as a face moisturizer for very dry, dehydrated skin and lips and as an instant treatment for patchy eczema on the face.

Foot Softening Balm

Apply on cleansed feet before bed time. For cracked heels, apply a generous layer and wear cotton socks overnight.

Organic Enriching Hair Oil

Use a small amount for daily conditioning or massage into scalp twice a week as a deep penetrating treatment. For best results, massage into scalp, wrap in warm towel for 20minutes or leave overnight. Wash and dry as usual.

Skin Care Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1 : Why Should I Use Organic Skin Care?

A1: Organic products means product is chemical-free, without the use of fertilizers, toxic pesticides and chemical processing, which is bound to be better for our skin.

At least 50 cancer-causing chemicals present in 120 cosmetics and daily used products. - Lipstick / Facial cleanser : 21 cancer-causing agents ; Face lotion / cream: 17 cancer-causing agents; Lip Balm/ gloss: 14 cancer-causing agents - Consumers Association Penang (CAP) Guide

Q2: How long will it take before I see an improvement in my skin?

A2 : Skin tends to regenerate naturally in 4-6 weeks and that is about the same time it takes to notice improvements in your skin texture and tone. For best results, use Saaf products regularly and avoid using any other synthetic/harsh products at the same time.

Q3: Why does Saaf not have a toner?

A3: Saaf believe that toner and exfoliator can damage the top layer of the skin and therefore recommends washing your face with a mild cleanser such as Saaf Organic Pure Face Cleanser, then rinsing off with a soft muslin cloth which will act as a gentle exfoliator. Follow this skincare routine with a splash of cold water, which is really nature’s toner and your Saaf serum/moisturizer.

Q4: Is face serum/ oil better than cream/lotion

A4: Cream contains up to 90% water and the remaining is made up of oils and other actives, which means you are paying a premium price for WATER and not getting the full therapeutic benefit. With face serum /oil you are getting 100% natural nutrients. So, yes, face serum/oil is not just better than cream or lotion but better value for money and more powerful than creams and lotion. At Saaf, we use skin-compatible, non-greasy feeling oils that are easily absorbed into the skin.

Q5: I have an oily skin, do I still need to moisturizer?

A5: People often think that applying neat oil on greasy or acne-prone skin will make matters worse. In fact, it is the opposite which is why Saaf recommends its Organic Pure Face Cleanser for all skin types, including oily. Skin dried out by harsh detergent-based face washes and watery moisturizers compensates by producing more sebum and oil. All types of skin however oily it may be, needs nurturing with vitamins and natural oils to ensure that it is in its best possible condition. The best formulation for oiler skin types is Saaf Organic Complexion Boosting Serum. Please also read the posts on the Benefits of Saaf’s Main Ingredients such as Ylang Ylang etc which forms the serum.

Q6: I’m pregnant, should I be worried about using essential oils?

All Saaf skin care products are safe for use during pregnancy, since we use the finest quality essential oils and very little of it. However, the Complexion Boosting Serum contains the essential oil of Juniper Berry, which some aroma therapists believe may be contra-indicated in pregnancy. We use less than 0.2% of Juniper Berry in Complexion Boosting Serum, which the founder developed for her personal use during her pregnancy to her twins. For pregnancy, we would also recommend using Saaf Eraser Body Oil for stretch marks and as a general body moisturizer.

Q7: Your product claims to be alcohol-free but some contains Benzyl Alcohol?

A7: Benzyl Alcohol is a natural part of Ylang Ylang essential oil and according to cosmetics Safety Regulation, it has to be declared on all packaging. It is not alcohol as in “beers and spirits” but its scientific name ends in alcohol. It is permissible for use in Halal certified products, as it is a natural constituent of many essential oils such as Rose or Jasmine.

Q8: Do you use perfumes in your products?

A8: Saaf only uses natural essential oil as “perfume”, which are fragranced with steam-distilled essential oils, chosen for their therapeutic effect based on Essential Oil Safety recommendations by Research Institute of Fragrance Materials

Q9: Why aren’t your products 100% organic ?

A9: Safe science is important to Saaf and our organic levels are governed by European Cosmetic Safety Regulations as well as a need for long term shelf life and product efficacy. We use very high levels of Natural Vitamin E as antioxidants in the products for this reason. Natural Vitamin E is not organic certifiable and because of this, our typical organic content is between 95% to 97% organic.

Q10: Why are cold pressed oils better?

A10: Cold pressed means heat was not used when mechanically pressing the oil. Cold press not only preserves the natural anti-oxidant properties of the oil, but ensures that it does not spoil and become rancid which will have a negative effect on its skin healing properties.

The Amazing Ylang Ylang Essential Oil

Ylang Ylang (pronounced ee-lang ee-lang) is known as “kenanga” in Indonesian and "flower of flowers" in Tagalog (Philippines language). Its essential oil is derived from the flowers of the Ylang Ylang tree. The main aromatic components of ylang-ylang oil are benzyl alcohol, linalool, p-cresyl methyl ether, and methyl benzoate, responsible for its characteristic odor. Linalool is one of the aromatic components from Ylang Ylang The benefits of Ylang Ylang essential oil making it one of the important ingredients in both Saaf’s Organic Ultimate Moisture Face Serum and Organic Complexion Boosting Serum are:

• Helps normalize sebum secretion for skin problems or in other words, helps to correct the production of sebum in the body
• Extremely effective in maintaining moisture and oil balance of the skin.

The Wonder Power Of Pomegranate Oil in Skin Care

Pomegranate oil is extracted from pomegranate seed. Pomegranate seed oil contain high levels of anti-oxidants that fight free radicals and skin aging making it become more beneficial in skin care. Recent studies, have shown that pomegranate seed oil promotes regeneration and strengthening of the skin epidermis.

Among the benefits of pomegranate seed oil as one of the ingredients in Saaf Organic Ultimate Moisture Face Serum and Organic Complexion Boosting Serum are :
· It heals, protects, and moisturizes dry, cracked and mature skin.
· It returns the skin’s elasticity.
· It provides relief from minor skin irritations and inflammation, including dry skin, eczema,
psoriasis and sunburned skin.
· It has anti-inflammatory, anti-oxidant and anti-microbial properties

Excellence of Rosehip Seed Oil in Skin Care

Rosehip Oil is extracted from the seeds of a type of wild rose known by the people of Chile as " Rosa Mosqueta ". Its healing properties have been validated by scientific research.

Rosehip seed oil nourishes, moisturizes and revitalizes your skin ; making it a main ingredient in Saaf Organic Ultimate Moisture Face Serum and Organic Complexion Boosting Serum.

RoseHip Oil has a high content of unsaturated essential fatty acids i.e oleic, linoleic and linolenic acid that help to nourish and maintain a healthy skin.
Rosehip oil with its high absorbing level, moisturizes the skin as it hydrates the tissues, penetrating dry skin quickly to restore the moisture balance frequently lost by climatic and environmental conditions.

Rosehip oil revitalizes the dry and dull skin and visibly improve your skin's quality and appearance by reducing wrinkles, improves burned skin and reduces signs of premature ageing. As a natural moisturizer for dry, sensitive, allergic and sun damaged skin, it helps to counter the drying effects of the sun which are usually first noticed in fine wrinkle lines around the eyes and laugh lines. It also evens the skin tone and smoothes skin roughness.

Benefits of Jojoba in Skin Care

Jojoba ( pronounced as "ho-ho-ba") is a botanical extract from the seed of the Jojoba tree. Jojoba oil was found to be the most similar to human skin sebum and it helps to balance the skin oil production, curbing the overproduction of sebum which occurs in oily skin prone to acne. Jojoba oil provides all day moisturization. It serves as a natural lubrication for dry skin and is non-greasy.

Jojoba Oil penetrates skin rapidly to reduce water loss. Below are the benefits of Jojoba Seed oil, explaining why it is an important main ingredient in Saaf Pure Face Cleanser :

• It gently unclogs blocked pores lifts off grimes and embedded impurities while restoring skin's natural pH balance
• It reduce wrinkles and stretch marks
• It helps lighten up marks and scars
• Helps treat eczema, acne and other skin disorders

The Importance of Using Quality Skin Care

Which part of your body do people look at when they say "Hi" to you? Yes, the face.. Nourishing your skin regularly with high quality skin care is key to beautiful healthy skin. If you have skin problem, makeup can only help cover but does not treat the skin from beneath...Consistent daily routine application of quality skin care leads to results where you will look better, feel better and more confident. To get the healthy beautiful skin you want, at a minimum you need to invest in a cleanser that deep cleans and not dry up your skin, facial mask, toner, day and night time serum and moisturiser. With serum applied regularly, you will be able to see those fine lines leaving you!

For those with normal or oily skin, with Saaf Organic Pure Skin Care, you only need the Saaf Organic Face Cleanser and the Saaf Organic Serum. The face cleanser deep cleanses and its removed using warm water where the pores will open when you remove the cleanser. Rinse your face with normal tap water which acts as a natural toner, closing the pores. Saaf Organic Face Cleanser can double up as a deep cleansing mask when you apply it and leave it for about three minutes before removing it with warm water. After that, all you need is the serum to moisturise your skin day and night. Simple and just two products instead of five and more importantly, no chemicals absorbed by the skin.

For those with dry skin, you may have to invest in the face and lip balm to avoid early onset of wrinkles or fine lines.

What is Rosacea ?

Rosacea is a chronic skin desease that causes redness and swelling primarily on the face but may also affect the chest. It may also appear on the scalp, neck, ears and back. It varies in severity and if condition is left untreated, it may cause visible blood vessels to appear and the skin becomes redder.

Anyone can suffer of rosacea. However, individuals who are fair skinned, who tend to blush or flush easily are believed to be at greatest risk. Rosacea is more common in women and occurs to individuals between the age of 30 to 60.

The exact cause of Rosacea is unknown and unproven. Rosacea is a skin condition that must be kept under control as it may spread.

What is serum?

Serum in Latin is "whey" like fluid. There are two definitions of serum:

1. The watery portion of an ANIMAL fluid remaining after coagulation.

2. The watery part of a PLANT fluid

In medical terms, serum is the liquid containing substances that fight infection or poison, that is put into a sick person's blood.

In technical terms, serum is the thin part of blood or the liquid from a plant.

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