Tag: sustainable beauty
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The Truth About Colourants in Cosmetics: Mica and More
Cosmetics use various colorants, including natural and synthetic, with mica gaining popularity for its benefits. However, ethical concerns arise from mica mining, including child labor and environmental impacts.
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How to Make an Invigorating Fizzy Bath Salt Recipe at Home
The post explores the benefits and types of bath salts, highlighting Epsom salt’s muscle relief and natural sustainability, while addressing the environmental concerns surrounding Dead Sea and Himalayan pink salts. It provides a simple recipe for fizzy bath salts using safe, natural ingredients, and emphasizes the importance of sustainable sourcing for bath products.
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Cocoa Butter: Skincare Marvel and Global Crisis
Cocoa butter – it’s a skincare marvel but why is it in crisis?
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The Impact of Material Choices on Cosmetic Packaging
A quest for sustainable cosmetic packaging – comparing the pros and cons of glass, aluminum and plastic.
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Understanding Natural vs Organic Cosmetics
The cosmetics industry is rife with greenwashing, as terms like ‘natural’ and ‘organic’ are unregulated, allowing misleading labels. Genuine organic products must contain 95% certified ingredients, unlike cosmetics. Organizations like Soil Association aim to establish standards. Consumers must scrutinize labels to avoid deceptive marketing while supporting sustainable practices.
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Benefits of Sweet Almond Oil in Skincare
Why do we swear by it in the soap making as a main ingredient?
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Zero Waste and Upcycled Ingredients in Skincare
Bringing sustainability in cosmetics manufacturing with upcycled ingredients.
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