10 Eco-Friendly Beauty Products
If you follow the advice never to eat what you can’t pronounce, then wouldn’t the same be true of products which you use for your skin, hair and face? Not that you would want to eat shampoo or lotion; rather, shouldn’t the things you put on your body be just as natural and organic as the things you put in your body? A certain famous frog once lamented that it wasn’t easy being green. With so many beauty products claiming to be organic or natural, it can be pretty confusing. Products bearing the USDA National Organic Program (NOP) seal must adhere to strict standards regarding ingredients. The products listed below all have the NOP seal and are guaranteed to be 100 percent organic.
Eco-Friendly Products for Your Hair
Pure Earth Hair Wash ? Made by Terressentials, this product does not use chemical detergents, thickeners, preservatives or fragrances. It can be used for all hair types and is safe for children.
NuStyle Organic Hairspray ? Regular Hold ? This plant-based spray is made with organic quinoa protein that will leave hair smooth and shiny while holding its shape. The organic gum Arabic and rice syrup adds control and volume.
Dr. Bronner Magic All-in-One Organic Shikakai Conditioning Hair Rinse ? The prime ingredient, Shikakai, is a powder made from the seed pods of South Asian trees. The organic lemon juice is a natural rinsing agent that also constricts the hair shaft, which leaves your tresses glossy, smooth and manageable.
Eco-Friendly Products for Your Body
Alteyas Pure Organic Rose Water? From the Valley of the Roses in Bulgaria, this flower water can be used as an aromatic detoxifier. Its anti-inflammatory and anti-aging properties can refresh and rejuvenate skin. Use it as a body spray especially after a long day in the sun.
Aromafloria Organics Geranium Cedarwood Mineral Bath Salt The essential oils and botanicals coupled with natural minerals make bath time a relaxing experience.
Geranium Lime Pit Putty Deodorant Stick ?Made by Bubble Bee, this all-natural deodorant stick uses organic arrowroot powder to absorb wetness. Essential oils of coconut oil, lime and geranium leave you smelling fresh while killing odor causing bacteria.
Lemongrass & Ginger Botanical Body Soap?From Badger Healthy Body Care, this body soap is infused with essential oils of organic lemongrass and ginger to leave your skin feeling great and smelling fresh.
Eco-Friendly Products for Your Face
Bio Damascena Anti-Wrinkle Eye Contour Cream ? Brought to you by Alteya, this product uses a combination of Bulgarian rose oil and botanicals to tighten, brighten and restore fragile under eye skin.
Flower Therapy Detoxifying Facial Cleanser ? Made by Terressentials, this deep cleanser cleans all skin types. It contains natural ingredients like aloe vera juice, Echinacea, lemon and lavender. It contains no detergents to clog pores.
Healing Complex for Blemished Skin ? This product by Amrita is an antibacterial and antiseptic that will help heal skin that has been damaged by acne.The essential oils and herbal extracts encourage new cell growth.
When you use eco-friendly products you not only look great and reduce overexposure to harmful ingredients, you lessen the chemicals and toxins that can damage our environment.
Do it for yourself. Do it for your country. Do it for the world!
Cindi Lewis writes for Glossy, a skin care brands and beauty products online retailer.
