Organic beauty products are the best for healthy skin, as they are made without the inclusion of chemical ingredients.

This is according to founder of the Natural Skincare Company Amanda McGillivray, who explained how many mainstream cosmetics contain "harmful ingredients".

For example, ingredients such as propylene glycol and petrolatum are commonly found in skincare products.

Ms McGillivray recommended avoiding "parabens, mineral oils, synthetic perfumes and colours completely".

When looking at the ingredients listed on product packaging, the expert explained that it is best to purchase items that have most of the natural sources listed at the top.

This is because ingredients featured first are used in the greatest quantity.

Laura Jane Sessions, makeup artist at organicmakeupartist.co.uk, recently commented that more and more people are moving away from traditional cosmetics as they look for chemical-free alternatives.

She claimed that articles discussing the potential harmful ingredients found in many products have helped to boost the popularity of organic items.