Natural cosmetic products reflect a cultural shift towards health, sustainability and transparency – however it’s crucial that consumers select appropriate natural products suited for their skin type.
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Skin Care
Natural skin care products have become an increasingly popular choice for people looking for a more effective and conscious approach to maintaining their complexions. Such products contain ingredients such as shea butter or jojoba oil which nourish skin by balancing sebum production while soothing irritations.
Natural cosmetics typically omit synthetic fragrances, mineral oils and petrochemicals; instead using ingredients such as organically grown plant extracts or fermentation products from microorganisms for fermentation processes. They may also omit using emulsifiers, preservatives and colors.
However, it should be remembered that “natural cosmetics” does not automatically mean “organic cosmetics”. Cosmetics that claim to be natural or organic may only include trace amounts of plant-based ingredients and still rely heavily on chemicals – this practice known as greenwashing may mislead consumers into believing they are purchasing organic cosmetics when this may not be the case. For this reason, consumers are best served purchasing cosmetics labeled organic so as to be certain their purchase meets third-party certified standards for truly natural and organic cosmetics.
Hair Care
Conventional hair care products contain chemicals and petrochemicals which may be detrimental to the skin, while natural cosmetic products made with plant oils, herbal extracts and fermentation products from microorganisms can offer a gentle yet effective alternative for your beauty routine. With more people turning toward sustainable living and transparency in all areas of their lives, supporting brands which prioritize ethical sourcing practices can help drive change that you wish to see happen in society.
Remember that natural, organic or vegan labels do not guarantee product safety; all ingredients, no matter their source or labeling standards must meet stringent safety criteria and labeling regulations. Therefore it is crucial that you review the ingredient list to ensure it fits with your personal needs as even natural or synthetic sourced ingredients may cause harm when used inappropriately or at inappropriate doses or purposes.
Bath & Body
Natural cosmetics use natural ingredients without compromising quality, safety or efficacy. Instead of using petroleum-derived mineral oil products like mineral oil, natural cosmetics typically use shea butter, botanical oils and extracts such as lavender or rose petals, fermentation products from microorganisms as well as fermentation products from yeast or bacteria as the basis for their products. They’re often packed full of vitamins and antioxidants for gentle solutions that work in harmony with skin cells.
Natural Cosmetics Week provides brands and retailers with an opportunity to demonstrate their dedication to sustainability and transparency by hosting promotions, workshops or webinars, or creating in-store displays that highlight these commitments. Consumers should take this as an opportunity to try something new while supporting brands who prioritize sustainable practices, ethical sourcing practices and health-centric formulations – look out for third party certification standards such as NATRUE when selecting cosmetics to make sure you’re making authentic and meaningful investments that benefit yourself, the environment, and communities near and far.
Makeup
Natural cosmetics are products designed to beautify both hair and skin using only natural ingredients. These products do not contain additives or chemical substances that could harm either, while being manufactured using minimal environmental impact.
Conventional makeup products typically contain synthetic fragrances made with petroleum-derived chemicals and synthetic substances like phthalates, formaldehyde and triclosan. Natural cosmetics on the other hand contain plant oils and extracts derived from plants as well as fermentation products from microorganisms and other organically produced ingredients which work to complement and support skin’s natural processes.
The amount of organic ingredients included in a natural cosmetic varies by product and labeling and certification organization. Ecocert and Austria Bio Guarantie only require 95% organically produced natural ingredients while Cosmebio requires greater transparency with more stringent restrictions placed upon what can be included in their final products.
