Avoiding harsh chemicals and toxins in beauty and skincare products is something that is becoming a topic that is discussed more and more these days. There are 1,300 harmful chemicals banned or restricted from cosmetics in the European Union, and only 30 in the US. The average woman puts over 515 synthetic chemicals on her skin every day, and of that, 60% of it is absorbed into the body. By educating ourselves, and paying closer attention to the ingredients in the products we use, we can keep ourselves and our children safer from these harmful toxins.
Each of the products being shared here are rated as some of the best on the EWG's Skin Deep Website. If you're not familiar with the Environmental Working Group (EWG), it is a non-profit, non-partisan, organization dedicated to protecting human health and the environment. Their mission is to empower people to live healthier lives in a healthier environment. They offer breakthrough research and education and drive consumer choice + civic action.
Here are 8 non toxic beauty products to work into your life!
Pixi by Petra Glow Mist (EWG Rating: 3)
This line is available at Target and super affordable. Much of the product line is rated a 3 or lower on the EWG.
Dr. Bronner's Pure Castille Soap (EWG Rating: 1)
This stuff has 18 uses in 1! It's good for just about any cleaning task. Face, body, hair & dishes, laundry, mopping, pets—clean your house and body with no synthetic preservatives, detergents or foaming agents
L'Oreal Paris Micellar Cleansing Water (EWG Rating: 2)
This waterproof makeup remover is powered by micelle molecules that cluster together to surround and lift away impurities and makeup with no rinsing or harsh rubbing.
The Ordinary Niaminacide (EWG Rating: 2)
A high strength vitamin and mineral blemish formula. It helps reduce the appearance of blemishes and pore size.
Deodorant - Native (EWG Rating: 2)
Native deodorants contain no aluminum, parabens, or sulfates. In addition to deodorant, the brand has a line of body washes and toothpastes. In addition to women, Native has a product line for Men and Teens as well.
Vermont's Original Bag Balm (EWG Rating: 2)
With over 100 years of history, The Original Bag Balm contains 4 simple ingredients, free of parabens and sulfates. It's perfect for chapped lips and skin, and safe enough for babies and pets too!
Sun Bum Mineral SPF50 Sunscreen Lotion (EWG Rating: 2)
A great non-greasy, moisturizing, zinc-based Mineral sunscreen.
Kid Sunscreen - Babyganics SPF50 Sunscreen Stick (EWG Rating: 2)
An all mineral active ingredient formula provides broad spectrum UVA/UVB protection. Non-allergenic and tear free.
Tips for researching non toxic beauty and skin products
- Social Media accounts like @just.ingredients are a great place to get clear and concise info. She does all of the research and shares in a simplistic manner that is easy to digest.
- The Skin Deep section of the EWG's website is the number one go to resource. You simply type in a brand or a product and it will tell you what the EWG has rated it on a scale of 1-10. https://www.ewg.org/skindeep/
- Read labels. If a product contains a lot of extra fragrances and ingredients you cannot pronounce, it is likely worth a search on the EWG.