Thursday, August 12, 2010

Your practice guide to natural Make up

There has been a recent influx on the market of organic and natural makeup. As more women seek more natural ingredients even in cosmetics, many manufacturers are coming up with attention-grabbing products like natural makeup.
But before you think it’s another beauty fad or just a trend, be sure to know more about it.

Natural makeup vs. commercially produced makeup

You might be wondering why some women have chosen to shift from using conventional drugstore makeup to organic and all natural cosmetics.

This is due to the increase in research in the past few years that have proven many brands of makeup nowadays contain harmful toxins and chemicals.
Even if you do not see their harmful effects right away, they can still pose some serious damage in the long run.
Here are some common ingredients found in makeup that have been proven harmful:
  1. Propylene glycol, a known cosmetic’s humectants, is actually used as an industrial strength anti-freeze chemical commonly used in hydraulic and brake fluid. It has also been a proven skin irritant.
  2. Mineral oil, found in petroleum products, is also used industrially with grease.
  3. Sodium lauryl sulfate and Sodium laureth sulfate (SLS and SLES) are the most harmful components of common personal care products. It contains a high concentration of carcinogens and is commonly used in garage floor cleaners, car wash soaps, and other industrial purposes.
  4. Kaolin or bentonite is actually clay, common to many foundations that actually suffocate your skin.
Apart from these, traditional makeup also contains a large concentration of fragrances, dyes, alcohols, and other artificial ingredients which can cause allergies and irritation.
On the other hand, natural makeup is made entirely out of plant and flower-based extracts, natural oils, and waxes from only the most natural sources.
Natural makeup does not contain additives and other chemicals, giving you the option of beautifying yourself through a healthy alternative.
Natural makeup is not only good for your skin but it can also produce the same effect as traditional makeup.
Here are some things you should also know about the benefits of natural makeup:
  1. Natural makeup is recommended for all skin types, even those with sensitive skin. Because it does not contain allergens and skin irritants, you don’t have to worry about your skin type or possible allergic reactions.
  2. The minerals found in natural makeup have been triple-milled, making them good for your skin. So when you put on makeup not only does it make your skin shimmer with beauty, natural sparkles, and health, but you can think of it as a spa for your skin as well. Its benefits go beyond just beautifying.
  3. Because natural makeup has a lighter texture, it won’t clog your pores and will allow your skin to breathe. Its light texture is also good as it will not give you a cakey appearance, going on almost invisible.
  4. Natural makeup is great for showing off radiant and smooth skin, even if you have problematic skin. Its lightweight texture bounces off more light, providing the illusion of healthier skin that glows.