The Bite:
As many-a-Biter knows, parabens are synthetic preservatives that can disrupt hormones - and they're everywhere, even your makeup bag. Next time you primp, use paraben-free cosmetics for gorgeousness inside and out.
Wanna give good face without the parabens?
03.27.2007
Submitted by tmeronek on Tue, 03/27/2007 - 2:05am.
The Benefits:
- Get glam. These cosmetics look fab - freedom from parabens is an added bonus.
- Better for Biter bodies. Cosmetics ingredients aren't regulated by the FDA, so you gotta take extra precautions on what your largest organ (yeah, your skin) consumes.
- Better for the earth, since the chems that we wash off our bodies often end up in nature.
Personally Speaking:
A self-proclaimed cosmetics
junkie, Heather scans new beauty finds at Skin Deep, an online
database of skin care and cosmetic products ranked by safety.
Wanna Try:
Avoid ingredients with the word "paraben" at the end and
freshen up your makeup bag with our fave finds:
- Anne Marie Borlind Eye Shadow - get naturally pretty peepers with several shade combos ($29).
- Dr Hauschka Eyeliner - quince wax and neem formula ($17).
- Lavera Volume Mascara - our fave natural mascara ($20).
- Larenim Goddess Glo - go for the bronze without stepping foot outside ($25).
- Burt's Bees Vanishing Facial Powder - super-light powder that minimizes fine lines ($16).
- Peacekeeper Lip Paint - proceeds go to human rights and women's health causes ($17).
- Alima Mineral Finishing Powder - lose the oil with this mineral-based powder ($14).
Cocktail Fact
The ancient Greeks were even riskier - they used makeup containing lead and mercury.
Bang For The Bite
Similar in price and quality as conventional versions, natural makeup helps you to give the earth a hand while prepping for your close-up.
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