May 15, 2018
One of the latest trends in the United States and the global economy is turning green. Whether it's a grocery store, health or clothing, many companies are trying to take advantage of the movement to respect the environment. This change in the market can also be found in beauty products.
For decades, the average American woman has applied various products to her skin and hair without understanding what's really in these products that try to make you look like the next Heidi Klum, Gisele Bundchen or Scarlett Johansson. In recent years, the industry has been exposed and has made consumers think twice before putting a dozen health and beauty products before leaving the house in the morning.
Because cosmetics are regulated differently from food and drug products by the Food and Drug Administration, a variety of ingredients and ingredients must not be approved. Basically, it is up to the manufacturer of that product to decide whether the cosmetic is safe or dangerous.
In 2011, the Environmental Working Group published a list of cosmetic products containing chemicals associated with health risks. The results were based on information published by the federal government, businesses and scientific efforts.
The list consists of foundations that contain an ingredient known as oxybenzone, a cause of irritation or allergic reaction; powder with relift palifère that has been linked to cancers; blush as human carcinogens and even toxic to the immune and respiratory system for a long period of time; and nail polishes containing toluene, dibutyl phthalate and formaldehyde, and may be the reasons for impaired respiration and causes of birth defects and cancers.
Because of consumer concerns and calls for these chemicals to be removed from cosmetics, there has been a growing demand for natural and organic cosmetics. Indeed, beauty professionals say that these are much better for you, your skin, your health and the environment.
While it can be expensive to immediately transform a woman's beauty regimen, some experts say there should be a gradual shift towards natural products because, according to Trevor Steyn, founder of the local hero of health care. Esse skin, We do not have mechanisms to treat chemicals made by hand by humans and their exposure can lead to long-term health risks. "
Cosmetic Chemistry Diane Eales told Women24.com that the best product to start with is a natural cleanser because it "does not strip the skin of its natural oils and then, when you finish your other products, replace them with natural ingredients. "
Organizations warn consumers to be wary of brands that qualify their products as organic. The Soil association, in partnership with three other global organic establishments, has developed COSMOS, a group that develops international organic standards for cosmetics and beauty products.
This entity explains that chemicals found in non-organic beauty products, such as phthalates, parabens and PEG, can also be found in antifreeze and floor and oven cleaners. The problem is that these companies call these products "natural", "organic" and "organic", even if their products contain only one percent of organic elements.
To make sure the product you use is truly organic, the Soil Association has published a list of companies on its website that have developed authentic organic products. Products that are truly organic are clearly labeled for the customer.
It has been reported that all the above applies equally to hair care. Jessa Blades, a natural beauty artist, told The Daily Green that most hair products should contain natural oils, natural butters and essential oils. Consumers should avoid products containing parabens, silicone, petroleum jelly and similar ingredients.
