The App That Changed the Way I Shop for Skincare and Food – Why You Need to Try YUKA!
I used to think I was doing everything right!!
I’ve always considered myself someone who lives a fairly healthy lifestyle—especially since being diagnosed with coeliac disease over six years ago. I read labels. I avoid gluten, processed foods, and toxic ingredients as much as I can.
But recently, I discovered an app called YUKA, and honestly, it was a game-changer.
Out of curiosity, I started scanning the products in my kitchen and bathroom—and within minutes, I was completely overwhelmed. I couldn’t believe the number of hazardous ingredients hidden in the skincare I was using, the food I was eating, and—most importantly—what I was feeding my daughter and applying to her skin and hair.
This was a wake-up call.
Since then, I’ve used YUKA religiously. I scan everything before I buy—from shampoo to cereal, body lotion to baby wipes. And now? It’s actually hard for me to find anything in my house that doesn’t come up with an “Excellent” rating. That’s how much this app changed how I shop.
What is YUKA?
YUKA is a free wellness app that allows you to scan barcodes on food, skincare, makeup, and personal care products. It then breaks down each ingredient, giving the product a score from “Excellent” to “Poor,” and explains why—highlighting things like:
• Endocrine disruptors
• Known allergens
• Carcinogens
• Artificial additives or preservatives
Whether you’re passionate about clean beauty, trying to balance your hormones, or just want to live a more toxin-free lifestyle, this app makes it simple to shop smarter.
Why It’s Worth Trying (Even If You Think You’re Already Healthy):
• You’ll understand what’s really in the products you and your family use every day
• It’s completely free and user-friendly
• It helps you avoid ingredients that can harm your skin, gut, hormones, and long-term health
• It empowers you to make better choices—without needing a science degree to read labels
• It’s an amazing tool for people with sensitive skin, allergies, or autoimmune issues like coeliac disease
My Advice? Start Scanning.
Whether you’re standing in the beauty aisle or planning your weekly food shop—YUKA is now my go-to tool for keeping my skin healthy, my home low-tox, and my daughter safe.
Even the products I use professionally have been reviewed.
My entire Esse skincare range—used in my treatments and available in my shop—comes up as “Excellent” on YUKA.
That’s because I’ve made it my mission to offer my clients only the most skin-friendly, body-safe, and effective products available. No greenwashing—just honest, high-performing skincare you can trust.
Watch the reel I made about YUKA here and see for yourself — Yuka Reel!