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Healthier Makeup Options

Jul-10-2008 By Kendra

Since writing my post Are We Poisoning Ourselves With Makeup? some of you have voiced your concerns, and have asked for suggestions for healthier makeup options. Well, don’t fret, I’ve done some researching for ya, and I’m here to share what I’ve found to help you get on your way to truly healthier cosmetics. This is only a list of safer cosmetic products. I haven’t even gotten to other beauty products… so hang in there! These ratings are based on the findings from Environmental Working Group’s Skin Deep Cosmetic Safety Database. It’s an extensive listing of some good alternatives for you to use that you can find at any major drug or super store (CVS, Target, Walmart…).

All are reasonably priced compared to more expensive “natural” options. So don’t feel like it’s going to cost a fortune to replace all of your old, harmful stuff. I am going to slowly replace my makeup collection, starting with foundation, since that’s what I use the most of. I have so much stuff stored up from CVSing, it hurts me to not use it, but I guess I can sell it. I’m ready for a healthier approach to beautifying my face!! So, are you with me?? Here’s a great list of ideas to get you headed in the right direction:

*Remember the scoring: 0-2 low hazard; 3-6 moderate hazard; 7-10 high hazard

To help you out, I’ve included the prices for some of those I could find.

Though some of these brand’s products rated HIGH hazard, these particular ones came in with good reviews:

Eyes:

Eye Liners:

Brow Liners:

  • Boots No. 7 Beautiful Brow Pencil; Rated 2: low hazard

Mascara:

Eye Shadows:

Lips:

Lip Sticks:

Lip Liners:

Lip Gloss:

  • Boots No. 7 High shine Lip Gloss- Ice; Rated 1: low hazard (though other shades were rated moderate hazard) ($7.99)
  • Boots No. 7 Stay Perfect Lip Lacquer; Rated 2 ($9.99)

Face:

Concealer:

Foundation:

Powder:

Blush:

Bronzer/Highlighter:

Yep, that outta cover it!! So copy it, print it, and take it with you the next time you go makeup shopping. I’m going to bed now! See ya!

Posted in: Natural Living
  1. Mama Bear Said,

    Great post! I did a few posts on this same subject a while back, after discovering how awful the makeup I was using was.

    Ack!

    Here’s my links:

    http://gottalittlespacetofill.blogspot.com/2008/05/dirty-pretty-things-pt-1.html

    http://gottalittlespacetofill.blogspot.com/2008/05/dirty-pretty-things-pt-2.html

  2. Trish Said,

    Thanks for following up on your other article. I found the safety database last year and felt so overwhelmed at how many unsafe makeup items there are on the market. It’s so helpful that you found several safer items and posted them - thanks!

  3. Kara Said,

    Check out everydayminerals.com they have wonderful mineral makeup at a great price. I checked the database and they score really well!! A lot of 0’s.

    http://www.cosmeticsdatabase.com/company.php?comp_id=2466

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  5. BekGaibHamerak Said,

    Brilliant!

  6. Pamela Said,

    Dear Kendra,

    I am a Christian wife and mother. I’ve been very concerned with the chemicals that are in our products for about ten years.

    I, myself just recently had my eyes opened to the severity of the problem concerning our makeup.

    Your blog is refreshing, fun and informative.

    In case anyone is interested, I am an independent distributor for a company that sells makeup that is safe and effective.

    Now, if you go to http://ewg.org and type in Neways, it will say not a signer of the compact. That is because it had no need to sign a compact. It is already completely safe and effective.

    Check it out and you’ll find all kinds of neat products. We have a great line of products, and one just for our little ones.

    In Christian Love,

    Pamela

    Here’s my link:

    http://www.ineways.com/toxinfreefamilies

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