Greenwashing When it comes to choosing safer products, do you look for labels that include words such as natural, botanical, chemical-free, organic, or toxin-free? I know I do, because those things sound fabulous and healthy and safer. I mean, look at this sunscreen -- Pure. Free. Naturally … [Read more...]
12 Days of Safer Beauty Education – Day 7
Endocrine Disruptors Have you heard of endocrine disruptors before? I feel like this is a term that gets thrown around and we think we know what it means, but honestly, we really don't understand the intricacies of it all. You may remember learning in biology class that our bodies are run by a … [Read more...]
12 Days of Safer Beauty Education – Day 6
Heavy Metals What do you think about when you hear the words "heavy metals"? Metallica? Dental fillings? Lead paint? The topic of heavy metals is a big deal. There are concerns about metals in dishes, food, supplements, toys, paint, dental amalgams, and so much more… INCLUDING MAKEUP. WHY ARE … [Read more...]
12 Days of Safer Beauty Education – Day 5
Sourcing I know over the last few days I've been throwing the word "safer" around quite a bit, but what does that even mean? When it comes to cosmetics, we often equate the term "natural" with safe, but those terms do not necessarily mean the same thing. The two most important things to define … [Read more...]
