Spring is on the way and it’s time to enjoy lighter and longer days, the beauty of spring flowers and the promise of sunshine. The long, dark winter days are behind us and it feels like everything is calling for a refreshing spring clean. This is a great time to revitalise and lighten your skincare routine too – I’m certainly …
The darkness is finally lifting and it’s that time of year when we welcome the return of the light, with open arms! With the increasing light, comes increasing energy. We only need to look to nature to see the resurgence has already begun around us in earnest. Splashes of spring flowers are making a welcome appearance in my garden after …
Deep mid-winter is here and I am in full hibernation mode. There is nothing better than shutting the door on the world and the weather and creating your own cosy sanctuary at home. If you live in an old cottage like I do, you’ll know that the battle with the elements is real and lots of effort is spent fighting …
The nights are drawing in, the fires are lit and there is time to be still, reflect and journey inwards, just like mother nature. It’s the perfect time of year to bring out your grounding oils, to help you anchor your energy, reclaim your roots and enjoy feeling supported and fortified for the approaching winter ahead. Some of my favourite …
There is nothing quite like a good scrub or exfoliation ritual to brighten up the skin and the senses. Whenever I feel a bit run down and my skin is looking a little lack-lustre, I treat myself to a good facial scrub and some dry body brushing. It is a wonderful way to wake up the skin and the senses …
I have a lot of love for bright, juicy fruit oils that not only radiate summer energy, they help to enliven and refresh the skin. Did you know that fruit oils are usually distilled from the peel or the skin of the fruit? It’s really interesting that these very oils are fantastic at promoting healthy skin for us too. Fruit …
It isn’t always easy to find time to recharge or escape the stresses of living in this chaotic world. However, if I don’t make time to spend in nature, my mind, body and spirit really suffers. If like me, you can’t always escape to your garden, park or beach, using essential oils can be a wonderful way to get closer …
Rosewater is one of the loveliest flower waters that you can use on your skin. It is just so refreshing and comforting and one of my desert island essentials! Rosewater is naturally gently toning and nourishing, leaving your skin feeling soft and refreshed, often without the need to add any other products. Rosewater is particularly kind to irritated or inflamed …
What a year we’ve had so far. 2022 marks our 19th birthday (wow!) and we’re still as passionate as ever about making natural skincare and botanical ingredients. We’re always learning new things and there is always so much to discover. Today, we’re as devoted as ever to our natural principles. We care passionately about the natural world and the people who live …
March is all about celebrating women and as Akamuti is a predominantly female team (with one great guy of course), it’s a great opportunity to introduce you to the Akamuti ladies. We all work hard at different aspects of the business from taking the orders to making the products and then shipping them off to all our lovely customers. We …
How is our gorgeous rosewater made? Herbal distillation has a very long history, spanning many hundreds of years. However, it is Avicenna, the 10th century Persian alchemist who is credited with perfecting the art, in particular the steam distillation of rosewater, with the invention of the cooling coil. Rosewater is made using the finest, freshly picked rose blooms. They must …
To celebrate Earth Hour 2018 we’ve put together a pledge to reduce our plastic footprint. We’re excited to make a start and hope you can join us! Why a plastic pledge? We want to show our commitment to making a lighter impact on the natural world. We don’t want to be part of the problem! While it isn’t possible for us …
I always look forward to spending time by the sea, it is one of my favourite places! I am very lucky to have Pembrokeshire on my doorstep – it is a beach lovers paradise. I have always loved the open space of the sea and the moody changes of the sky and water. Standing there, dipping my toes in the …
Ever since I can remember, I have always loved buying products from small businesses. I find it very easy to get enthusiastic
I work with so many lovely oils, it is almost impossible to pick a favourite. However, on a dark winter day I will always choose what I like to call, my sunshine oils. Whether it be zesty lime,
Walking in the woods is one of my favourite things to do. I love being surrounded by trees, they bring me a sense of calm and stillness and make me feel peaceful. For me personally, it is one of the
As winter slowly loosens its grip and the first blossoms appear, something is stirring in nature and within ourselves. The light has returned (hooray!) birdsong is back and gardens are beginning to awaken with colour and scent. I am particularly enjoying the magnolia displays this week. Spring is a season of awakening and renewal and flowers are its most joyful …
Happy Earth Day! We are passionate about nature, it inspires us every day! We’re committed to living a lifestyle that promotes health and well being for everyone – we hope that our love for healthy living and nature shines through each of our products 🙂
What is African black soap? In our house, we actually call it magic soap. Black soap is an extraordinary product
Precious frankincense is one of my favourite winter oils. It’s the oil that I always reach for whenever I feel like hibernating
Maintaining soft, smooth skin is super easy with an army of natural ingredients just waiting to assist you! The condition of our hands and nails can often be indicative of our physical health and well being. Everyday wear and tear is also most apparent here too, so a little daily TLC can really help to improve your skin and nail health.
20% OFF EVERY PRODUCT MENTIONED IN THIS BLOG POST UNTIL MIDNIGHT SUNDAY. Use ECZEMA at the checkout. It’s National Eczema Week! Unhappy, irritated, hot and angry skin can pretty much take over your life, having a physical and emotional toll on your health. If you have a baby or a small child who suffers with chronic dry skin, eczema can become …
Late nights, emotional stress and self neglect can often reveal themselves in sad, tired skin around the eyes. There are a whole host of natural ingredients ready to take care of the delicate
Are you looking for something to help bring back some natural glow to your skin? Whenever we’re designing mature skincare products, we look for ingredients which are renowned for their excellent rejuvenating and revitalising properties,
Are you looking forward to going on holiday or maybe even a staycation? I have to admit that I’m not the most organised of people when it comes to packing for holidays. I always find myself wishing I’d brought a particular pair
Sunshine makes my skin hungry! While I enjoy using oils on my skin all year around, I find them particularly beneficial during the warmer months, when my skin just seems to drink them in. Oils excel as after sun care moisturisers. At this time of year my skin responds
Time really does fly when you’re having fun doesn’t it? It’s our thirteenth birthday next week!
Treating eczema and other dry skin complaints, naturally… “I always suffer with dry itchy skin, especially come winter time, I had come to just accept it and cream up. I bought this just to give it a go and wouldn’t have believed it could be so good. All of my dry patches disappear, even on the elbows and it requires …
We’ve all had those days, weeks or even months when your skin seems to be a law to itself. Having upset, unhappy skin can be very frustrating when you’re not sure what is going to help and what you need to avoid.
Natural products have a lot to offer unhappy skin and they really can help to settle and bring balance to the most upset skin. There are lots of reasons people turn to natural skincare.
If you’re browsing our website, there’s a pretty good chance you’re interested in natural skin and hair care. Maybe it’s because you believe, as we do, that natural ingredients give you far
Ah, the humble cacao bean – a treasure trove of fatty acids, antioxidants and other nutrients, not to mention the giver of chocolate….
Therapeutic Massage I went back to yoga class the other day (after a long break!) and couldn’t understand why I felt so stiff, inflexible and downright achy afterwards. But then I remembered how much time I spend sitting
Rose Essential Oil and Aromatherapy My childhood favourite, no flower can quite come close to the queen of flowers for beauty and fragrance.
Sweet sleep – aromatherapy oils for sleep and relaxation It’s been an exhausting day. You want nothing more than to collapse into bed and sleep for a decade. But you just need to check Facebook one last time before you close your eyes…
We’ve all heard the story of Cleopatra bathing in milk, but did you know that most ancient Egyptians bathed by taking a dip in the river, using a cleansing paste made with ash or clay?
Whenever it gets dark outside and the winter months close in, I almost instinctively find myself drawn to the bright, sunshine nature of lemon. This fresh, invigorating essential oil
Oils for hair Want glossier, more manageable, healthier hair? You need some oil in your life! Nut and seed oils really can help to transform your locks.
People have been using rhassoul clay to cleanse and nourish their hair and skin for more than a thousand
Today I want to say thank you!
Partying, it’s all in the preparation. Forget dieting, if you really want to look great in that little black dress, follow our top tips for glowing skin, glossy locks and a strokeably smooth body!
Are you getting into the Christmas spirit yet? Or do you want to throw your biscuit at the screen because I’m mentioning the C word in November? If you fall into the latter camp, you might want to move onto another post
Are we officially in winter yet? There seem to be so many different opinions as to when it starts that I’m never quite sure! One thing is for certain, I am in and out of ‘hibernation mode’, craving log fires,
We know it’s a bit early, but some people in our office have already finished their Christmas shopping, so we thought we’d better get a move on with our gift guide! Whether you’re shopping for your other half, or your mum, we’ve got it covered…