There are over 80,000 chemicals available in the United States, 200 have been tested for their safety. Only FIVE are regulated by the EPA (Environmental Protection Agency). Do you see a problem here because I sure as hell do. The beauty industry is highly unregulated and thousands of these chemicals end up in the beauty products we buy every day. Many of these chemicals have been deemed as carcinogens or endocrine disruptors, yet they continue to be utilized every day in more and more products. I have spent many years experimenting with makeup to find brands and products that work for me and that are safe. I once assumed that if something is for sale in a store, it must be safe for use. Unfortunately that is not the case with the majority of our commerce, therefore, it requires a bit of research and diligence to ensure the products I am using for myself and my family are as safe as possible. If you missed the summary of what to look for, be sure to hop over and read this post. The following are the current makeup products I have found that are safe and work well for me, click the links below the image to learn more about the product and where to purchase:
1. Beautycounter Tint Skin --- EWG Rating: 2
2. Afterglow Blush --- EWG Rating: 1
3. Beautycounter Eyeliner --- EWG Rating: 1
4. Beautycounter Finishing Powder --- this is a new product and has not finished EWG evaluation; I can assure you it will be safe!
5. Honey Bee Mascara* --- EWG Rating: 1
6. Beautycounter Lip Shine --- EWG Rating: 1
7. Beautycounter Eye Shadow --- EWG Rating: 2
8. Burt's Bees Lip Balm --- EWG Rating: 1
There is something to be said about the peace of mind you have when you use a product you know is not harming your health. Call me crazy but it seriously makes me excited to get ready in the morning.
*Full disclosure: I am still trying to find a mascara I love. Often times I resort back to using the "bad stuff" but I continue to hunt for one. Beautycounter is currently trying to perfect one and I look forward to trying that one when it is available. But back to one of my mottos..."do they best you can and let the rest go".
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