Eco-friendly Beauty & Skincare
These guides and lists are a great starting place for conscious consumers looking to make their beauty & skincare routine more sustainable. These guides will help you learn what ingredients to look for and discover some ethical brands.
It can be hard to know where to start when changing to a natural eco deodorant. I've tried a lot of different options and am sharing my top clean deororant picks.
When it comes to washing your body it's important to choose a soap that nourishes the skin, is free from harsh chemicals, and makes your skin feel clean & moisturized. The good news is this guide highlights some harmful ingredients to look out for when soap shopping, the benefits of organic soap, and some amazing small businesses that sell organic bar soap.
More and more people are ditching traditional hair products for organic, environmentally conscious shampoos and conditioners. Over the past few years as people have learned about the harmful chemicals lurking in hair and skin products, the demand for organic hair care products has increased. The more people making the swap to organic hair and beauty products, the better as this is a win for our health and the health of the planet. Let's explore some of the harmful ingredients commonly found in traditional shampoos, explore the sustainability of shampoo, and meet some great organic shampoo brands.
There are many of us who want to make the change to organic skincare products but are unsure of which products to use and which ones to avoid. This guide will explore the importance of reading the ingredient list, the importance of choosing clean skincare, and feature organic skin care brands that are a great place to start when exploring a natural skin care routine.
The main purpose of massage oil is used to lubricate skin while a massage is being performed. Massage oils help provide a great massage as they reduce the friction between your body and the hands of the massage therapist. Massage oils are hydrating which means that they protect the skin's barrier and retain moisture.
Are all of the ingredients healthy and eco-friendly? The truth is, some conventional dry shampoo brands could be doing a lot better, which is why using a natural dry shampoo is always a good choice.
I’ve been using Ogee organic luxury makeup for five months now. My Ogee review is going to highlight a few specific organic beauty products and discuss if the makeup is worth it or not. As a luxury brand, these organic makeup products are a bit of an investment.
Let’s explore some of the ingredients to be wary of in hairspray and meet some brands using organic ingredients to craft high quality hair spray.
Good skincare matters, and that includes your makeup brushes. Not only should you be washing them thoroughly and regularly, but you may also want to think about investing in a quality brush that has been ethically made with responsible materials.
Today we are talking about organic beard oil. What is it? Why should you use it? All of these questions will be answered. I’ll also share a few brands that offer great organic beard oil options for you to consider.
This guide will explore the issues with conventional lip balms, feature some cleaner ingredients to look for, and a list of the best organic lip balm brands.
This blog post will dive into some ingredients to be cautious of when shopping for lip products. Learn how to pick out a cleaner lip balm that will nourish your skin and give smooth results.
This guide will address what an eyebrow pencil is, some harmful ingredients to look out for, and some brands using organic ingredients.
If you are making the switch to more natural products in your makeup collection, one of the products you’ll want to take a look at is your concealer. In this post you’ll find some great options for the best natural concealers. First let’s breakdown what concealer is and what to watch out for when shopping for your next favorite organic makeup product.
Tinted moisturizer is a go-to product you can find in most people's makeup bag because it can provide a coverage and a bit of protection from the sun if it has SPF. However, it is important to consider what your tinted moisturizer is made with. In this guide let's explore the ingredients and six brands that have the best organic tinted moisturizers.
Zero waste lotion does not contribute to waste in landfills and uses minimal packaging material. It typically comes in packaging made with compostable materials, a reusable glass bottle, tin or jar, so that nothing unnecessary goes into the ecosystem.
In a survey conducted by Which, 81% believed LUSH to be a sustainable brand. That’s a strong positive impression of its sustainability. Does LUSH live up to it? Let’s take a closer look.
After a long and hard day, there is nothing like coming home, hoping in the shower and taking time to scrub the day away. This is the perfect way to enter into the ultimate relaxation mode and treat yourself to feeling fresh and clean. However, in that little bottle of body scrub, there can be some ingredients that can be harmful so in this article, we are going to help you find the best scrub that is full of great ingredients! Let's explore the sustainability of body scrubs, discover ingredients to be aware of, and discover some of the best organic exfoliating body scrubs from small businesses.
Make-up is a great tool for self-expression.But have you ever stopped to think about what’s really lurking inside? Most makeup product contains 15–50 ingredients, which amounts to hundreds of chemicals on your skin if you use multiple products daily. The problem is, under current law, the FDA regulations don’t require cosmetic companies to conduct safety assessments on their products, or even report problems that consumers relay to them.
This guide will explore the different ingredients in hair gel products and feature more sustainable hair gel brands using organic ingredients, so you can make the best choice for healthy hair!
Lotion is one of those go-to personal care products for a lot of people. Not only does it smell good, but it helps keep our skin moisturized, can help with dark spots, and be part of our self care and skin care routine. Let's explore what to look for when shopping for lotion, how to pick a product with great ingredients, and meet some of the best natural body lotions on the market.
If you're ready to add an organic face wash to your skincare routine, these sustainable brands are a great place to start as they prioritize a clean ingredient list, low or zero waste packaging, and crafting in small batches.
Plus, I've tried all five of these organic products and am excited to share what I did and did not love about each face wash.
Many of us don’t give a second thought to the brand of toothpaste we use. If it’s minty fresh, helps with our sensitive teeth, and can be bought for a couple of dollars, what more do we need to know? The truth is that there’s a lot more to our toothpaste than any of us ever believed, and it might even be harmful to us. Read on for a guide to non-toxic toothpaste, and why it might just be the right time to switch.
This hair washing mantra has obsessed us with the idea that a rich, foamy lather will mean smooth, silky, and healthy hair. But that rich, foamy lather does not necessarily mean a shampoo is better or more effective at cleaning your hair and it doesn’t necessarily equate to healthy hair either. This guide explores what to look for when choosing safe shampoos, the sustainability of hair care, and a few of the best brands to explore when shopping for natural products.
In this post we’ll be answering all of these questions and concerns. We’ll also be comparing organic toners and traditional toners. By the end of this post you’ll be able to determine if you want to add toner to your skincare routine, and you’ll even have a few places to start your search for a natural face toner.
Let's explore the sustainability of body wash and meet some brands that are making some organic body wash options with eco-friendly materials.
An average person in America uses 11 bottles of shampoo a year. This adds up a sizeable amount of plastic to household waste produced in a year for a family. It takes an average of 70 to 450 years for a plastic bottle to degrade. This means that every shampoo bottle that you’ve gone through in your lifetime is still lying intact in a landfill somewhere in the world. The solution then lies in using other products that function the same way as shampoo but come in different packaging and have safer ingredients. The most obvious choice amongst these alternatives is shampoo bars.
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We’ve put together this guide that details everything we know about sunscreen and its effects on the environment, as well as some tips to help you stay safe in the sun – the eco-friendly way.