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Biter's Writer's Block

I've been starting here at this screen for about 20 minutes, trying to figure out what to write in today's blog.  See, last time I blogged about makeup, I referred to myself as a cosmetics whore.  Apparently, people out there have strong feelings about the word "whore," even when used in a tongue-in-cheek, self-effacing kinda way.  People took umbrage at my use of the term (god bless JK Rowling for naming Dolores Umbridge), and they weren't quiet in letting me know where they stood on my self-reflexive use of the term.

So I sit here, staring, wondering what on earth to write.

Because here's the deal: the term - when applied to my rampant, insatiable love of all things cosmetic - is just too apt.  I can't really think of a better way to describe it.  Close friends know that I'm the first to admit that I have a slight makeup addiction.  Don't even get me started on bathing products...

I guess this is all just a long-winded way of saying that my cosmetic-whoreness just gets worse and worse each day, as more and more amazing eco-finds come across our desks.  Larenim, Dr. H, Lavera, Borlind, Alima... it's all just beautiful and fun and juicy.

So play away.

-Heather... off to pick out a lipgloss for the day...
Posted by: hstephenson on 03/27/2007
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sally  on March 30, 2007 at 05:01 AM 31
Those parabens, its hard to escape them! Speaking of hair care , I too have been using an Aveda salon for highlights . Can anyone recommend a natural alternative for an almost 50, starting to grey around the edges, natural "dirty blonde" that won't have me turn into an "Anna Nicole"(God rest her soul)bleached blonde.I like the "sun-kissed surfer girl look". Thanks! ))
Becky  on March 30, 2007 at 09:35 AM 32
I've been scoping out the Morocco Method website (http://www.morroccomethod.com/henna.shtml) as an alternative to getting my hair colored at my local salon. I've seen a couple good reviews on the stuff, but I've never done home coloring before so I'm feeling a little intimidated. That being said, henna seems to have come a long way and may be a good alternative to traditional hair coloring. Anyone tried it?
Shelley  on March 30, 2007 at 10:23 AM 33
I've used henna!:) I bought some last year from Mountain Rose Herbs. I bought a marigold blonde color. It's harder to use than regular home coloring stuff, but I really noticed it didn't damage my hair as much as conventional color (and it's very cheap). You can use things like chamomile tea with henna to lighten more. The biggest problem with henna is that it's hard to get out of your hair afterwards. I had to comb it and comb it to get little leaf particles out of my hair.:) I've also used some of the solid shampoos by Lush. They don't provide drastic color changes (and they also have sodium laureth sulfate, unfortunately). They do smell great and they will add some highlights and make your hair nice and soft.:) I've also used Naturtint color (you can buy it on mothernature.com). (Can you tell I like to experiment?:) It wasn't as damaging and delivered a really nice, natural-looking color.:) I'm not sure what ingredients are in it, though. Hope this helps. I decided around the first of last year to start using more natural products in my house. For the most part, I've been as happy or happier with them than I ever was with the other stuff.:)
Becky  on March 30, 2007 at 10:50 AM 34
That's great to hear! I may just have to make some purchases today...
Joanne  on March 30, 2007 at 07:04 PM 35
Just recieved some Alba Sea Lipids daily cream (Alba Organics) and read the label - methyl/propylparaben.. goes back on Monday...
Cindi  on April 02, 2007 at 02:32 PM 36
Thanks for the heads-up on the Body Shop. I didn't realize they had been sold. What a disappointment!
Shelley Marshall  on April 03, 2007 at 07:43 AM 37
I had to share and maybe you have heard. I really like Chea Organics skin care line. I hope one day they move into make up. For right now they have awesome skin care, baby care, pet care and laundry stuff. The owner also has written a manual with a list of common toxic ingredients that is very helpful. FAB! Oh, by the way, is there a site with more research about parabens? People are really fighting me on this one.
Phyllis  on April 03, 2007 at 07:50 AM 38
To obtain more information about parabens and other toxins, you can go to www.breastcancerfund.org. They do an annual report on the environmental contributors to cancer. They are a very good organization to support, by the way, as they are very instrumental in promoting change in the cosmetic industry - most notably the recent initiative by a few large companies (e.g., OPI) to remove formaldehyde, toulene, etc., from their nail polishes. [Excuse misspellings!] In any event, it is an informative site.
Yana  on April 04, 2007 at 07:53 AM 39
Hi everybosy! I just happened to buy yesterday moisturizer by Lumene, Finnish cosmetic company. I have tried their lipsticks and therefore decided to try other products as well. But to my dissapointment I found out a lot of ingredients ending in -paraben. Anyway, I will use the moisturizer but I've learned my lesson.
Shelley  on April 04, 2007 at 08:50 PM 40
If you look on the care2 website (www.care2.com) they have a green living section that gives various recipes for making your own personal care products.:) I made some lotion that I like very much. Also, I forgot to mention Aubrey Organics when I mentioned my stuff before. They've been around a long time and are really careful about what goes in their products. They have a really informative website too.
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