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organic makeupThe use of makeup is certainly a personal preference. It is a way of expressing ones self. Contrary to the outdated image of the “granola girl,” many women who live a natural lifestyle enjoy using make-up. There is nothing unnatural about using one’s own body as a palette for self expression. Did you know that our skin absorbs somewhere in the ballpark of 60% of the products we use on it, and that the elements of those products are eventually deposited into our bloodstream? That said, it is easy to understand why a woman would choose organic makeup over conventional cosmetics. There are products used in conventional cosmetics that are known carcinogens. In the small amounts used in an individual tube of lipstick or concealer, they are not likely to be harmful. But the long-term build-up of different chemicals over time certainly could be. This is known as the “chemical cocktail effect.”
Just one example is mercury. The FDA states pm Mercury in cosmetics: "Mercury compounds are readily absorbed through the skin on topical application and tend to accumulate in the body. They may cause allergic reactions, skin irritation, or neurotoxic manifestations.” Yet if you read your labels, you will often find mercury or a derivative right there on the ingredients list, particularly in cosmetics for the eyes. It becomes even more clear why it is important to choose natural and organic cosmetics. We have selected some of our favorite organic make-up products to share with you. organic lipstick organic mascara |
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