Should all synthetic skin care products be banned? The reality is that it is very difficult to find 100% natural products because they have a shorter shelf life. Manufacturers prefer synthetics because of this.

Some natural skin care products use natural preservatives, but their cost can be prohibitively expensive. Some considerations in your selection of a natural product includes your skin type, climate conditions in which it will be used, and the application of the product.

The internet, as well as most book stores, have books that include recipes for making your own natural skin care products from organic fruits and vegetables, essential oils and herbal oils.

Healthy eating habits, drinking several glasses of pure water each day, and a regular exercise program are some additional components to maintaining beautiful skin throughout your lifetime.