It seems that everything we put in and outside of our bodies has a harmful effect. Makeup and skin care ingredients are no exceptions. As a former sales director for a major direct sales skin care company, I often wondered how safe my products were. I’ve since started buying “organic” brands to replace some of my other products as a precaution.
As we grow older and are more prone to diseases like cancer, why should we take chances? Still, the jury is out. We’ve been putting chemicals on our skin ever since we were teenagers. Has it jeopardized our health? We’ll probably never know for sure.
Our company convinced us our product was safe because it was rigorously tested in a lab and was a combination of scientific and botanical ingredients. However, it’s also a fact that there are more allergic reactions to “organic” skin care ingredients than with products that have the blessing of board certified dermatologists. A skin care program, in order to be effective, must be based on individual skin chemistry.
Play it safe with organic skin care ingredients
An example of a “truly” organic skin care program would be to slather your face daily with extra virgin olive oil or massage it with the pit of an avocado. It works and it’s cheap. To be legal to sell, an “organic” skin care product must be formulated so it does not become rancid or develop harmful bacteria. Even refrigerated products go bad in a short amount of time. Don’t buy into the hype that a product is organic just because the label says it is.
These are some fabulous companies that sell reputable and effective skin care products made with organic skin care ingredients
Makeup tints are usually made with artificial dyes, carbon black (tar) and even lead. JuiceBeauty.com makes their eye, cheek and lip colors using intense plant-derived Phyto-Pigments. I love their makeup tints because they are subtle and perfect for women over 50. For women over 50, make sure to try their STEM CELLULAR™ Anti-Wrinkle Skin Care made with a blend of Vitamin C and Fruit Stem Cells infused into an organic resveratrol rich grapeseed base to reduce the appearance of wrinkles.
Another cool company is Just Nutritive. They have a full line of skin care, hair products, tanning and pet products made of all natural ingredients.
For non-toxic hair color and other hair products, Madison Reed is awesome. Check out their color adviser and read my review.
The infographic below, shared by consumersafety.org, lists makeup and skin care ingredients, like formaldehyde and talc, that you should avoid. (Click on the image to view full-size and please share it on Pinterest)
How do you feel about the skin care ingredients that are in the products you use? Please leave a comment below.
I’ve never tried Juice, but sure would like to! I agree that organic is the way to go.
It’s always better to be safe than sorry, that’s for sure.
I have only used mineral make-up and skin care products for over 20 years. It pays off. I still don’t have many wrinkles at 70 and my body thanks me for not putting chemicals into my bloodstream. Thank you for bringing awareness to women through this post
That’s great to know Carol. Nice about not having many wrinkles either. You just don’t know how much chemicals permeate the skin.
Great info . Thank you
You’re very welcome Catherine!
I’m safe on everything else, but anti-aging creams linked to cancer? Oh, dear! Since I don’t do Botox, this is my last line of defense to keep me from looking like a piece of dried mystery fruit. xoxox, Brenda
As I mentioned Brenda, the jury is still out. It’s been a controversy for a while. I was very happy with the skin care I sold that wasn’t considered to be organic as well as several other brands that I promote. I believe you have to choose what works best for you. Some people are terribly allergic to certain organic ingredients. Glad you don’t do Botox. I can’t bring myself to do it either. I don’t like the idea of shooting bacteria into my face.
Hi Rebecca,
Thanks for sharing the infographic. I always try to check the product’s label for harmful ingredients but with my very limited knowledge of what is harmful, makes me vulnerable to these dangerous things. I will get this printed out for sure. Thank you!
Thanks, Jenny. I hope it’s a help to you. You just never know.
Thanks for your reply, Rebecca! I went shopping yesterday, I brought the printed infographics with me, and I was reading all the labels like a madman haha! It was crazy, and I end up buying organic products, but I felt secure that I didn’t waste my money on things that will end up damaging me. Thanks again! 🙂
I love it, Jenny. Thanks for letting me know. I’m so glad the infographic was helpful. Enjoy your purchases and stay healthy!
Agreed! We need to get as familiar with personal care ingredient labels as we’re getting with nutrition facts labels. We absorb what we put on our skin! As a Dietitian I became an Arbonne Consultant for this reason – what we put ON our body is as important as what we out IN it! Happy to help anyone looking to make changes to their skincare & makeup – contact details at lyndaturton.arbonne.com