What if water didn’t have to make up in some cases nearly 87% of all cosmetics and toiletries you buy? How insanely decadent is it to wash ourselves with clean water when so few even have access to drink it?
– Haeckels
Haeckels (founded by Dom) are brilliant and one of the most forward-thinking brands out there with their approach to branding and sustainability. They have developed a range of skincare made from seaweed on their doorstep:
“Seaweed hydrates; it’s rich with valuable vitamins, minerals and amino acids; it’s anti-bacterial, skin rebuilding and anti-inflammatory; it’s all-natural, and all around us. Under licence, we harvest it by hand from the beach just steps away from our shop.”
https://haeckels.co.uk/about/#our-story
Looking at Haeckels’ stockists, this has led me to discover more natural companies that are relatively close (within 1 hour) to home. I intend to visit some of these stockists when I next visit Oxford as I’ve noticed they all have an organic theme, which means they also supply other organic items such as
Illyria Pottery – a wonderful shop in Oxford containing hand-thrown ceramics by Katie, and all inspired by natural forms.
The Store X – this store has led me to discover that there is a community called “Soho Farmhouse” in Oxfordshire countryside that you can become a member of. The community has cabins to stay in and hosts a whole range of activities such as horse-riding, golf, football and even has a pool. There are a selection of shops, including this store which contains fashion, art, music, books and luxury homewares, and even a farmhouse shop and restaurant. Not to mention the decor everywhere is absolutely beautiful!
Harriman & Co – based in Leicester, a shop containing a wonderful range of homeware and furniture with organic influences, including skincare and fragrance.
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