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Shea butter in cosmetics: what it does for your skin and which products contain it

Shea butter nourishes dry skin. At Yves Rocher, it is found in body creams, and hand and lip balms, almost always organic.

Posted on Oct 02, 2026 By Daniel Hernández

Calendula in cosmetics: what it does for your skin and which products it's in

At Yves Rocher, calendula accompanies shea butter in body care for dry skin to soothe the feeling of tightness.

Posted on Oct 02, 2026 By Daniel Hernández

How to choose your body cream or lotion based on how dry your skin is

Normal skin: a light milk. Dry to extra-dry: nourishing milk. Very dry and tight: body butter. Oil is a finishing touch.

Posted on Oct 02, 2026 By Daniel Hernández

What is soap and why are our cleansers soap-free?

Soap is made from a fat and an alkali, and it ends up with a higher pH than that of the skin. That is why our shower gels and cleansers...

Posted on Oct 02, 2026 By Daniel Hernández

And what about shower gels, cleansers, and soaps? They also contain sulfates.

SLS isn't just a shampoo issue: it abounds in shower gels, cleansers, and liquid soaps, and you notice it more on your skin. What it does and why our shower...

Posted on Sep 28, 2026 By Daniel Hernández

How to take care of your skin in cold mountain climates, such as Bogotá, Tunja, or Manizales?

In cold weather, the skin loses moisture due to the wind, the cold, and hot showers. Moisturize more, take care of your lips and hands, and use sunscreen.

Posted on Sep 28, 2026 By Daniel Hernández