Organic Cosmetics
| Organic Cosmetics Fit a Natural Lifestyle Many people in search of a simpler less polluted and more natural earth-friendly lifestyle will also choose natural cosmetic and health and beauty aids. Many will take the additional steps of choosing either all organic cosmetics or cruelty free cosmetics, or both. |
In actual chemistry, the word “organic” means any substance that contains carbon atoms, since these are commonly found in living things. That does not mean that everything organic by this definition is all natural. In makeup, organic cosmetics are usually those that are both all natural and from organic sources as well. In organic cosmetics, plant extracts, juices, and oil would be derived from plants grown without artificial fertilizers or insecticides or other artificial chemicals and aids.
Animal products, if used at all, would be from animals raised in accordance with organic principles and would be fed only organic feed and never given growth enhancers or antibiotics routinely. Organic cosmetics also labeled as cruelty free will have refrained from animal testing and usually will not involve killing an animal. Some brands will advertise being suitable for vegans and contain no animal byproducts or products at all, including some other might not think about such as gelatin or honey.
Most people choose organics to avoid contaminants whether in organic cosmetics or organic foods. Many people have been sensitized to artificial chemicals and additives and for them organic products may be a necessity not just a choice. But since the definition of “organic” is open to definition, a consumer really needs to read labels very carefully. Even the finest of truly organic cosmetics might not be suitable for everyone. Each person has a unique skin and will react in different ways to different things so some experimenting may be required to find the best fit with the best products.
Reading reviews first can help to identify which brands appeal the most to an individual customer. Another wise option is consulting with the person at the cosmetics counter to use sample products whenever possible to try them out live and in person. This way, if the product doesn’t perform well, or causes irritation or allergy, a lot of money has not been wasted. Look as well for organic cosmetics that come with a guaranty of satisfaction and who will refund the price when things don’t work out.