Why Small-Batch Beauty Is Best
Introduction to Small Batch Beauty
NEKKID loves small batch skin care and it’s time to really celebrate independent companies like us from not only in the Philippines, but from around the world who put their heart and soul into creating amazing products. We dedicate a lot of time to handcraft our products to deliver the best from nature without having to spend an arm and a leg for products that work!
Ok, we get that. But what does Small Batch mean?
The definition of small batch skin care and other products can almost be deduced by it’s name. Products are made in smaller amounts- often hand crafted in kitchens, packed one at a time and sold in small doses so that quality assurance is really high. This whole process is stripped back with many independent brands making and selling under the one roof. Just like Nekkid, everything is done by one woman. From conceptualizing, creating, producing, packing, marketing, and selling. Unlike so many HUGE commercial companies, who focus on trying to persuade you to want their product through powerful advertising, which we all know is what you are really paying for, small batch companies let their quality do the talking.
So, here are more reasons to pursuade you why you should switch to buy small batch skincare and cosmetics:
First of all, we are "FRESHER". Small batch micro companies don’t have the room to store copious amounts of ingredients and products so would often opt for fresh ingredients and natural preservatives. Sometimes, no preservatives at all, relying on essential oils to naturally prevent bacteria from growing. This means strict "use by dates" and a short length of time between production and sale. FRESH goes hand in hand with luxury and effectiveness. Commercial brands store ingredients in large quantities and include preservatives (like parabens and petrochemicals) to keep them ‘usable’ for longer, or can be stored in warehouses and shelves for years... YEARS. It sacrifices purity for longevity so that they can be assured the sale. Eek!
Next point would be, we are more conscious on sustainability of the environment. The goal of many small batch companies is to minimize impacts on the environment and to maintain high ethical standards. Yes, we care for the environment as much as we care on providing great products, This seems to be a starting point for a lot of brands who were looking for ‘non-toxic’ alternatives to the mainstream skin care and other house hold products. Independent brands who value the more natural approach often also have a desire to be more sustainable in their packaging, sourcing and production. We strictly do not test on animals, and we made a promise to use only vegan-friendly ingredients, and most importantly, earth friendly and recyclable.
Next would be VARIETY. For me, the most fun part in buying small batch beauty products is the variety. There are so many small batch brands waiting to be discovered and they are all using skin nourishing ingredients in different ways. Since we only produce a small amount of actual finished product at a time, we can produce as many lines as we want. Unlike commercial brands who have to manufacture thousands of finished product in one cycle so they cannot bring out a new line every week even if they wanted to.
Take Nekkid for example. In only a span of 4 years, we have a total of about 70 products! And every time one product is slow moving, we can just cancel that product anytime we wanted without any wastage that could pollute the environment.
It is truly a delight to find a new small batch brand harnessing the properties of a unique mixture of cruelty free, non-toxic ingredients. So, let me ask you this: CAN YOUR COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS SAY THE SAME THING ABOUT THEIR PRODUCTS?
NEKKID loves small batch skin care and it’s time to really celebrate independent companies like us from not only in the Philippines, but from around the world who put their heart and soul into creating amazing products. We dedicate a lot of time to handcraft our products to deliver the best from nature without having to spend an arm and a leg for products that work!
Ok, we get that. But what does Small Batch mean?
The definition of small batch skin care and other products can almost be deduced by it’s name. Products are made in smaller amounts- often hand crafted in kitchens, packed one at a time and sold in small doses so that quality assurance is really high. This whole process is stripped back with many independent brands making and selling under the one roof. Just like Nekkid, everything is done by one woman. From conceptualizing, creating, producing, packing, marketing, and selling. Unlike so many HUGE commercial companies, who focus on trying to persuade you to want their product through powerful advertising, which we all know is what you are really paying for, small batch companies let their quality do the talking.
So, here are more reasons to pursuade you why you should switch to buy small batch skincare and cosmetics:
First of all, we are "FRESHER". Small batch micro companies don’t have the room to store copious amounts of ingredients and products so would often opt for fresh ingredients and natural preservatives. Sometimes, no preservatives at all, relying on essential oils to naturally prevent bacteria from growing. This means strict "use by dates" and a short length of time between production and sale. FRESH goes hand in hand with luxury and effectiveness. Commercial brands store ingredients in large quantities and include preservatives (like parabens and petrochemicals) to keep them ‘usable’ for longer, or can be stored in warehouses and shelves for years... YEARS. It sacrifices purity for longevity so that they can be assured the sale. Eek!
Next point would be, we are more conscious on sustainability of the environment. The goal of many small batch companies is to minimize impacts on the environment and to maintain high ethical standards. Yes, we care for the environment as much as we care on providing great products, This seems to be a starting point for a lot of brands who were looking for ‘non-toxic’ alternatives to the mainstream skin care and other house hold products. Independent brands who value the more natural approach often also have a desire to be more sustainable in their packaging, sourcing and production. We strictly do not test on animals, and we made a promise to use only vegan-friendly ingredients, and most importantly, earth friendly and recyclable.
Next would be VARIETY. For me, the most fun part in buying small batch beauty products is the variety. There are so many small batch brands waiting to be discovered and they are all using skin nourishing ingredients in different ways. Since we only produce a small amount of actual finished product at a time, we can produce as many lines as we want. Unlike commercial brands who have to manufacture thousands of finished product in one cycle so they cannot bring out a new line every week even if they wanted to.
Take Nekkid for example. In only a span of 4 years, we have a total of about 70 products! And every time one product is slow moving, we can just cancel that product anytime we wanted without any wastage that could pollute the environment.
It is truly a delight to find a new small batch brand harnessing the properties of a unique mixture of cruelty free, non-toxic ingredients. So, let me ask you this: CAN YOUR COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS SAY THE SAME THING ABOUT THEIR PRODUCTS?
Let's move on to the next point: VERY SPECIFIC SKIN REQUIREMENTS. A lot of small batch companies came about through the need for a product to address a particular skin requirement. For example, my first product was a belly balm. I needed a belly balm that was really safe to use on my belly during pregnancy, and something that actually worked. In the whole 9 months of my pregnancy (both of them), nothing has worked for me. So I ended up researching how to target stretch marks really well. In the end? I created a balm that not only worked on preventing my tummy from getting stretch marks, but it worked on really cracked heels as well! Commercial products often contain ingredients that make certain skin conditions worse. There are so many natural ingredients that can be mixed and formulated in varying amounts that a seemingly infinite variety of products can be created.
Small Batch products KEEP IT LOCAL. Have you discovered your local small batch skincare artisan yet? I guarantee there is a small business, or even just a single person near you creating something unique (cough cough, ME!). Us Small Batch micro companies support each other, and support the local brands. Supporting local businesses keep the Philippines Pesos within the community, where you can see the benefits directly. It also creates local jobs, aids infrastructure upkeep and is more environmentally sustainable.
We also like KEEPING IT PERSONAL. In the age of the internet, it is easy to forget that human interaction is important for our mental health and quality of life. There is no personal touch when you buy from big commercial companies because they don’t need to care as much about you as a unique and individual customer. They just produce and deliver to supermarkets and let you decide for yourself. Hoping that the money they spent on advertising worked on you. SMALL BATCH companies add that quality of humanity to each product, we will always be there to interact with you and will know intimately what has brought their product to life and how it will benefit you. Plus, small batch companies do not usually have a physical store so when we do join a bazaar or an organic market for a weekend, we closely interact with our customers and help you choose what is best for you. WE KNOW OUR PRODUCTS REAL WELL!
Hopefully this gives you a little glimpse into the benefits of SMALL BATCH skin care. Know your SMALL BATCH artisan. Some are out for the money, and will try to cut corners. The ingredients in skincare can be very harmful to your health and it is always best to make sure that the small batch brand is following the rules! Us at Nekkid? We play by the rules and we practice honesty.
Small Batch products KEEP IT LOCAL. Have you discovered your local small batch skincare artisan yet? I guarantee there is a small business, or even just a single person near you creating something unique (cough cough, ME!). Us Small Batch micro companies support each other, and support the local brands. Supporting local businesses keep the Philippines Pesos within the community, where you can see the benefits directly. It also creates local jobs, aids infrastructure upkeep and is more environmentally sustainable.
We also like KEEPING IT PERSONAL. In the age of the internet, it is easy to forget that human interaction is important for our mental health and quality of life. There is no personal touch when you buy from big commercial companies because they don’t need to care as much about you as a unique and individual customer. They just produce and deliver to supermarkets and let you decide for yourself. Hoping that the money they spent on advertising worked on you. SMALL BATCH companies add that quality of humanity to each product, we will always be there to interact with you and will know intimately what has brought their product to life and how it will benefit you. Plus, small batch companies do not usually have a physical store so when we do join a bazaar or an organic market for a weekend, we closely interact with our customers and help you choose what is best for you. WE KNOW OUR PRODUCTS REAL WELL!
Hopefully this gives you a little glimpse into the benefits of SMALL BATCH skin care. Know your SMALL BATCH artisan. Some are out for the money, and will try to cut corners. The ingredients in skincare can be very harmful to your health and it is always best to make sure that the small batch brand is following the rules! Us at Nekkid? We play by the rules and we practice honesty.
And one more thing...
A lot of people have asked us why our labels' ink run after it gets wet repeatedly. There is a very simple answer for that. We use non-laminated, recycled and recyclable sticker paper for our labels. Although it may be waterproof for a few uses, after a while, it "melts" away with water. Mass produced, commercial labels use laminated materials that are completely 100% non-recyclable that pollute our oceans and our forests! |
That is another plus why Small Batch Beauty is best. Although our labels cost more than that of laminated and plastic labels, we can spend more on these special labels because we produce in small batches.
Can other brands say this about their products?
Can other brands say this about their products?