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Tuesday, December 30, 2008

Some Mineral Makeups Contain Chemicals

Beware of some product that claims a "mineral makeups"!!Do not be fooled and assume they’re safe for your body. Some of mineral makeup products contain a titanium dioxide which when inhaled can cause effects such as those experienced by asbestos exposure and even lung cancer. Titanium dioxide is safe when used in creams, preventing inhalation.

Another ingredients to carefully watch is propylene glycol and diproylene glycol, which are odorless and colorless. These two chemical are simple fragrance carriers and are safe and usually can be found in skin care products. Beside the,beware of chemical like dimethicone which is a silicone based polymer found in bodily care products. It is an anti foaming agent, skin protectant and conditioning agent. It is non-toxic, non flammable and inert or having little to no ability to react. For women who like cosmetic,silicone is another popular ingredient and is ubiquitous in the earth, making it safe for bodily use.

Monday, December 29, 2008

Safe and Natural Skin Care Products


When you are searching for organic makeup,you must ensure that products are safe for sensitive skin and have no parabens, petroleums, glutene or other synthetic ingredients. All These chemicals must be avoided! This can cause harmful reactions including rashes, headaches, cancer and brain damage.Beside that,some people also will loose their original beauty when using this product. Skin care products which are synthetic often contain compounds like mercury, lead, formaldehyde and petroleum. These artificial products can create serious and harmful reactions, especially for those with sensitive skin.

The best tip in skin care is to use products which are certified organic, such as those from companies like Lavera, Saffron Rouge and Vegan. Every cosmetic you can think of can be found in an organic product. From blush to lipstick, organic products are available!

Some of the products available in organic forms include Concealer,Foundation,Eyeliner,Blush, Lipstick,Lotion/creams,Soap/body wash/ shampoo

These items often contain no preservatives, colorants, dyes or perfumes. It may be surprising to know the fifth largest allergen in the world is fragrance. Products with fragrance can cause headaches, rashes and more. Instead of using products with harmful ingredients, look for organic makeup containing pure organic plant oils, herbs, flower extracts and essential oils.