PERSONAL CARE FOR GAPS

Reducing the toxic load means minimizing the use of anything that contains harmful toxins where ever possible.   It is important to choose natural care products over specific products containing substances that can potentially strip skin from protective flora.  

We are often asked what hair and face products can be used when on the GAPS Program.  Essentially, we want to avoid soaps because this removes good bacteria from the skin as well as bad bacteria but there are instances where handwashing or hair washing may be required because natural alternatives just don't do the job we might be seeking so we have listed some options that don't contain the hidden nasties. 

Just remember to reduce the toxic load where ever you can with your personal care options.  You may not be able to achieve this with everything all of the time but if your body is not coping with any chemical inputs, we encourage you to avoid them all together and prioritise your health first.