Toxic Beauty

Tonight I attended a demonstration party about cosmetics. It was about non-toxic cosmetics, so naturally I went with the notion that it would be a bunch of stuff comparable to Bare Minerals and related products. Basically, I went for the free food, and to get out for the night. Little did I know that I would leave with a whole different perspective on make-up and skin care. Not to be hypocritical (re: my previous post), but the harmful chemicals and ingredients of cosmetics is definitely something everyone should know about. I will not get technical, but you can read for yourself at http://www.cosmeticsdatabase.com/. It is interesting to look up products you use daily to see how hazardous they actually are for you. Try it! You'd be surprised; I know I was!

The demonstration was about Ava Anderson Non-Toxic cosmetic products. Ava is a 16 year old high school student from Rhode Island who developed this company after doing a school project on the hazards of chemicals in cosmetic products. I was able to try some of the products at the demonstration, and they seem excellent. I ordered the toner, moisturizer, a lip gloss, and a lip scrub (after going with the intention of not spending any money!) You can read more about Ava Anderson Non-Toxic on the website. Definitely worth checking out. I think you'll agree. While I most likely won't be giving up my Lancome mascara anytime soon, I am going to better chose my beauty products going forward. Everything in moderation, right?

Love,

Amanda

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