The Difference Is In Ingredients

Most people use cosmetic products on a daily basis: moisturizers, shower gels, creams, lotions, make-up bases and other beauty treatments.

But do we really know what is hidden in the formulas that are absorbed by our body every day? Conventional cosmetics often contain problematic ingredients such as silicones, parabens and microplastics, just to name a few. None of these substances are seriously dangerous to health, however, in the long term, they can adversely affect people and the environment. The good news is that none of these dubious ingredients are found in natural cosmetics. Let’s take a closer look.

Better for Health

Today there are an immense number of cosmetics and body care products on the market: shower gels, shampoos, creams and lotions, deodorants and make-up. We all regularly use some or even many cosmetic products that may contain ingredients that pose a risk to our health, as they may enter our bloodstream through the skin.

The most common threats are PEGs, mineral oils and parabens. They are suspected to be carcinogenic.

Natural cosmetics do not contain potentially dangerous substances, therefore the body is not exposed to the resulting risks if products based on natural ingredients of plant origin are used.

Better for the Environment

Microplastics are becoming more and more dangerous. The tiny plastic particles are able to fit anywhere; they have even been detected in groundwater or various animal by-products such as milk and honey.

Microplastics are found in many scrubs, oral care products, and glitter.

The big problem is that wastewater purification plants cannot effectively filter these small plastic particles. Therefore, they end up in natural waters, i.e. in the environment and this is not only dangerous for animals or plants! Microplastics released in nature also end up in our dishes as part of our meal, for example when we consume fish (fish often confuse these microplastic particles with food).

By using microplastics we are not only doing nature a great favor, but we are safeguarding our health in the long term.

Best for the Skin and Hair

You may have noticed that natural cosmetics, especially body wash and shampoo, form less lather than conventional cosmetics. This makes many believe that these formulations are less effective. Conventional products contain various chemical based foamers. They produce excessive foam which can have an acidic effect on the skin by removing its natural oils resulting in dehydration which, over time, can cause various irritations. Natural cosmetic products are gentler on both skin and hair thanks to the absence of these aggressive foaming agents.

Conclusion

Natural cosmetic products are good for the skin and hair and are less harmful to the environment. The surprising growth in the availability of natural cosmetics on the market means that there is an infinite number of products to choose from, in all price ranges and suitable for every need. Furthermore, the textures, appearance and application of natural products are increasingly similar to those of conventional cosmetics but do not subject the skin to the negative consequences mentioned above.