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The Edible Beauty Movement: Where Skincare Meets Sensory Indulgence

World Rainforest Day: Celebrating The Amazon Rainforest and its Natural Treasures

The New Face of Men’s Wellbeing: How Natural Ingredients Are Supporting Modern Self-Care

Ingredient Spotlight: Illipe Butter

The Alchemist & The Algorithm: Why AI is the New Best Friend of Natural Ingredients

From Self-Care to Space-Care: Elevating Homecare with Natural Wellness

The Rise of Peach in Modern Beauty

From Stress to Sensitivity: How Modern Life Disrupts the Skin Barrier

The Future of Fragrance: Pulse Points & Oil-Based Fragrances

World Sleep Day: Ingredients for Sleep Formulation

A Supplier Story | Organic Plum Oil

Oil-Based Fragrances & The Roles They Play in 2026’s Trends

2026 Trend Report Ingredient Spotlight — Oil-Based Fragrance Systems

2026 Trend Report Ingredient Spotlight – Circular & Upcycled Ingredient Sourcing

2026 Trend Report Ingredient Spotlight – Plant Intelligence & Climate-Adaptive Ingredients

2026 Trend Report Ingredient Spotlight – Functional Minimalism

2026 Trend Report Ingredient Spotlight – Sensorial Wellness

2026 Trend Report Ingredient Spotlight – The Personal Barrier

Wellness in Beauty & Personal Care – Trend Report 2026

From Prediction to Progress | How 2025 Trends are Shaping the Future of Beauty in 2026

The Macro Forces Shaping Beauty & Personal Care in 2026

The Onion Effect – Why Onion Oil is transforming haircare in 2026

The Science of Simplicity | What K-Beauty and J-Beauty Teach Us About Natural Innovation

Gentle by Nature | Why Children’s Skincare is Turning to Natural Ingredients

The Ingredient Edit | Fenugreek hair revival, oat oil barrier care, cloud butter skin, and hibiscus glow

The Most Asked Organic Product Questions, Answered

Our Soil Association Accreditations | What Do They Really Mean?

Celebrating Organic September and Our Partnership with the Soil Association

Therapeutic Laziness | Redefining Luxury through Simplicity

The Ingredient Edit | Dubai chocolate, honey myrtle, banana, and next-gen retinol

The Trends Reshaping Skincare, Haircare & Consumer Expectations

Peeling Back the Trend | How Banana is Redefining Beauty in 2025

The Future of Inclusive Sun Care and SPF as a Beauty Essential

The Rise of Innovative SPF Formats in Sun Care

Rethinking ‘Reef Safe’ SPF with Mineral and Natural Sunscreen Innovation

From Microbeads to Microplastics | The Rise of Plastic Free Beauty

Do Men have Hormonal Cycles? Understanding the Male Hormone Cycle, Hormonal Imbalance, and the Truth about ‘Male Menopause’

Natural Oils for Men’s Intimate Care

$115 Billion by 2028 | Why the Men’s Grooming Market is Just Getting Started

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A Supplier Story | Extra Virgin Olive Oil

Ahiflower Seed Oil, Refined

Sunscreen: Is there a natural, eco-friendly alternative?

A Supplier Story | Australian Tea Tree Oil

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Beyond the Trend | Why Cherry Oil Is the Real Star of 2025

Farm to Formulation | Zero-waste Natural Oil Production

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Our Sustainability Mission: Zero Waste

Oregano Oil Uses, Benefits, & Formulations for Health, Beauty, & Personal Care

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Your Guide to Essential Oils

Wellness in Beauty and Personal Care Trends Report 2025

2025 Beauty & Personal Care INS & OUTS

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O&3’s 2024 Roundup

Embracing Natural Oils for Hormone Health

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Attars – From Tradition to Trend

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Your Guide to Prickly Pear Oil

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Trending Naturally: Autumn Oils & Scalp Care Heroes

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The Ultimate Guide to K-Beauty Double Cleansing with Natural Oils

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Trending Naturally: Post-Summer Repair & Restorative Oils

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Natural Vegan and Vegetarian Alternatives to Marine Collagen

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The Benefits of Formulating with Sweet Orange Essential Oil

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Psoriasis Treatment with Natural Oils

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Trending Naturally: Cooling Botanicals & Hydration Boosters

The Power of Sterols for Skin Barrier Repair

Formulating for Fitness – Natural Oils for Inflammation, Chafing, and Muscle Pain

Trending Naturally: Summer Radiance & Lightweight Oils

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Lymphatic Drainage with Natural Oils

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Prejuvenation vs Embracing Ageing

The Beauty of Transformation – Formulating for Gender Transitional Skincare

Trend Report Skincare three girls glowing skin

Trending Naturally: Glow Oils & Summer Skin Defence

Natural Personal Care Products for Male Grooming Man and leaves

Natural Personal Care Products for Male Grooming

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Embracing Inner Wellness for Outer Radiance

Formulate natural and effective mosquito repellent bands this summer

Lavender Oil vs Lavandin Oil

How Essential Oils are Driving New Trends in Cocktail Garnishes

Formulating with Beeswax for Candles and Home Fragrance

Trending Naturally: Skin Barrier Boosters & Upcycled Oils

A Supplier Story: Castor Oil

Bisabol: Natural Skin Barrier Repair

What is the Difference Between Ayurvedic Beauty and Clean Beauty?

Trending Naturally: Marine Beauty & Multi-Tasking Oils

Natural Wax Alternatives

Embracing Period Neutrality for International Women’s Day

Why Is Sea Buckthorn Harvested at Night?

Baobab Oil: Blending Tradition with Modern Beauty

Our Kalahari Melon and Baobab Oil Supplier Story: From Seeds to Sustainability

Trending Naturally: Spring Ingredients & Sustainable Shifts

Infuse Self-Love through Natural Products this Valentine’s Day

Is Your Brand Missing a Voice?

Gen X Beauty Evolution 2024: Over 40’s Embrace Healthy Ageing

Embracing the Rise of Marula Oil: Market to Reach $31.2M by 2027

Embracing Natural Luxury with Vegetable Perfumes

National Eczema Week: Harnessing the Power of Natural Oils for Eczema Skincare

National Peanut Day: Elevating Formulations with Peanut Oil

Olive Oil: The Mediterranean Secret to Longevity

Natural Oil Alternatives to Traditional Aftersun Ingredients

Balancing oil production: Natural Oils for Acne-prone skin

National Relaxation Day: Creating Luxurious Bath Formulations

A Supplier Story: Buriti Oil

Embracing Serenity: A Guide to Natural Oils for a Night Routine

Avocado Butter: Spread the Joy on Avocado Day

Black Cumin Oil: Cleopatra’s ‘Miracle Oil’

Nature’s Kiss: Why Natural Lip Balms Are The Secret To True Connection

A Natural Defence: Alternatives to Traditional Bug Repellent

A Glimmering Guide to Cold-pressed Sea Buckthorn Oil

Embracing Natural Oils for Feminine Care

Formulating for Father’s Day: Natural Beard Oils

Inclusive beauty: Taking PRIDE in being comfortable in your own skin

Prime Minister Rishi Sunak and O&3 join forces to support Pendragon Community Trust

Clean Beauty: Natural Exfoliants For a Sustainable Future

Wellbeing in the workplace: Prioritising Employee Mental Health

Menopausal Skincare: Formulating with natural ingredients…

O&3 joins the RSPO community – Joining hands for a sustainable future

Discover 2023’s Hair Hero: The Rise of Rosemary Water

The Ultimate Guide to Sandalwood Essential Oil

IWD – Breaking Barriers: How O&3 Is Leading The Way For Women

Join O&3 as we explore the rise of gender-neutral skincare

Formulating Massage Oils For Couples

Our top 3 cold-pressed anti-ageing oils revealed…

The Best Oils for Soothing Winter Skin

All you need to know: ‘Prohibited use of Pentasodium Pentetate in M&P bases’

Navigating NMPA registrations in cosmetic formulations 2023

Explore the benefits of Australian Tea Tree Essential Oil

O&3 Supports George Wade in 120km charity run!

How Jojoba Oil Is Helping Desert Regions

The Best Oils for Textured Hair

The Best Body Butters from the Brazilian Rainforest

Sourcing Stories: Explore the Origins of Cold Pressed Cranberry Oil

O&3 Supports the Ukrainian Aid Effort

Zero Waste Ingredients for Skincare and Cosmetics

Five African Favourites

All about African oils

Our Polish factory leads the way in the EU

Natural Skincare Under the Microscope

All About Organic Beauty

Desert Date Oil and our Prickly Pear Seed Oil: Get All the Info Here

Niche oils: The Hidden Gems in Carrier Oils

Investing In Hair care Oils 101

Hair and Scalp Care Tips for Formulating Hair Products

Gender Neutral Beauty: Creating An Innovative Pre-Shave Oil

Everything You Need To Know About Cold Pressed Flax Seed Oil

Cold-Pressed Fruit Oils: What Are The Benefits?

The Zero Waste Scrub — Rosehip Shells, Exfoliant

What Are Cold Pressed Oils And Their Uses?

Three Zero Waste Scrubs You Need To Try

Raspberry Seed Oil – The Zero Waste Wonder Oil

Soaps With Functionality – How Cold-Pressed Oils Can Level Up Your Soapmaking

Formulating with a conscience

The Magical Dragon Fruit

Choosing The Right Essential Oils For Soapmaking (O&3 Guide With Recipes)

The Ultimate Melt & Pour Soapmaking Guide (With Summer 2020 Recipes)

Welcome To The O&3 Fruit & Veg Patch

Castile Liquid Soap Bases – Some of Our Best Recipes

How To Disinfect Your Desk The Natural Way

O&3 and local businesses rally to council call for essential PPE

Our Melt & Pour vs. Liquid Base Soaps – A Guide for Businesses

Quality Guaranteed: Our Organic Certifications

Introducing SOAP BASES

Our Non-Stop Innovation in Cold Pressed Oils

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