The Skin Deep Cosmetic Database Eye Opener was very interesting and informational. Once I have a routine and become comfortable with certain products I continue purchasing them. I noticed I tend to use the same products my parents did. This Eye Opener made me realize that I am comfortable using products even if I know little about them.
I use Clinique Dramatically Different Moisturizing Lotion routinely so I thought this would be a good product to know what I am exposing myself to daily. This product scores moderately hazardous (4) with high concerns including Endocrine disruption, Organ system toxicity (non-reproductive), Irritation (skin, eyes, or lungs). I found these results surprising because Clinique claims to be Allergy tested and 100% fragrance free. Since this is a department store product instead of a drug store product I thought there would be a safer rating than what resulted. It is scary to know that I am exposing myself to organ system toxicity and endocrine disruption every day!
I would like to know alternative products that don't have these toxicity risks. Another user felt the same way and asked for suggestions for an alternative product in the comment box one month ago. She still has not been answered. It makes me frustrated when I discover I am using a dangerous or harmful product and am not given suggestions for improvement.
With that being said, this Eye Opener does have many positive aspects to it. This website makes me wonder if all of the products I am using are not only harmful to the environment but also to myself. When applying products directly to your body it is important to know what is in them and the possible side effects. I never considered this simply because I was comfortable with my daily hygiene routine. This thought goes beyond cosmetics. There are some many types of products that I use routinely without thinking about.
Alyssa,
ReplyDeleteIn Easy Green Living, Loux suggests several cosmetic companies that she feels are "green" on pages 226-228. The only ones I'd heard of were Aveda, Burt's Bees, and Kiss My Face. I've never tried these products so I can't say how they are, but in my research of deodorants I noticed that some of the brands Loux suggests may still have some controversial products in their lines. I suppose I'd suggest doing some comparison shopping and checking all products before purchasing.
I know how it is so surprising the everyday products that we use we think are good for us but in fact they are not. I thought that my mascara would have been good but it scored a 7. I really makes us rethink what we are using on a daily basis.
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