I CHOOSE SAFER BEAUTY…AND YOU?
Skin problems were my main motivation to change my lifestyle. Since I was 18 until my early twenties, I tried endless treatments: antibiotics, birth control pills, hormones, steroids, over-the counter medicine, creams and weird diets, but nothing seemed to give me permanent results.
Eventually, my skin problems evolved to digestive disorders, allergies, depression, lack of energy and difficulty managing my weight. (Read my story here)
When my physical health began to affect my emotional well-being I realized that something different had to get done. So I decided to start healing from within – from my gut to be more exact.
As I began to heal naturally, I also became more aware about the substances I was applying on my skin.
For years, I had been using Retin A, creams with cortisol and other harmful ingredients hoping that they will help improve my skin condition. Unfortunately, they were doing more harm than good.
I became more conscious of my skincare products when I learned about the lack of regulation in the beauty industry and the impact all the unregulated toxins have on the skin, hormones and entire body.
Can you believe that the last regulation that governs what goes into our skincare products was passed in 1938???
And since then 85,000 chemicals have been added to the skincare industry and only 10-15% are regulated for human safety.
DID YOU KNOW?
In my hunt for safer skincare, I learned organic or natural labels don’t mean much. The beauty industry is so poorly regulated, companies can label their products as they see it suitable.
As a healthy living ambassador, I began searching for products I can truly trust using on my self and recommending to others. This is how I came across Beautycounter and it has forever changed the way I look at beauty – Safer and high performing products for everyone.
WHY BEAUTYCOUNTER?
- It has banned 1500 ingredients from all of their products compared to the 11 eliminated by the FDA.
- Beautiful and high-performing skincare products and cosmetics.
- Transparent – every single ingredient is displayed.
- All Beautycounter products are made with safer ingredients, so you don’t have to worry about what goes on your skin.
TOOLS TO HELP YOU MAKE SAFER CHOICES
- Stay away for the ingredients in The Never List
- Download the Healthy Living app to check the safety of your skincare and cosmetics or check in the EWG database
- Avoid synthetic fragrance – known hormonal disruptor
If you’re wondering what Beautycounter products are beneficial for your skin, just send me an email to jen@nakedflavorsnutrition.com – I’ll be happy to guide you.
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Below are some of my favorite products. I love the way they feel and look, they are all made with safer ingredients that perform!
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– MY SKINCARE –
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- Charcoal Cleansing Bar – detoxifies and absorbs impurities without drying out your skin. Daily facial wash and also removes makeup.
- Adaptive Moisture Lotion: lightweight lotion hydrates skin throughout the day to provide 24 hours of hydration.
- Countermarch Eye Rescue Cream – Reduces the appearance of dark circles and improves elasticity. *If you’re looking for an anti-aging eye cream, I recommend to go with the Rejuvenating Eye Cream, instead.
- Rejuvenating Night Cream – A little goes a long way to reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, firm, and nourish skin. Locks in moisture as you sleep, so skin looks and feels smoother, firmer, and more hydrated by morning.
- Balancing Facial Mask – purifies and balances, absorbing excess oil and drawing out impurities. I use 1-2 times a week.
- Lip Conditioner – Made with calendula and chamomile oils, which act as anti-inflammatories to help heal chapped lips. Petroleum-free!
– COSMETICS –
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- Tint Skin Hydrating Foundation – Lightweight creamy foundation that blends on seamlessly to cover imperfections while allowing your skin to breath. One of my favorite!
- Lip-Sheer – long-lasting formula, lightweight and ultra-moisturizing. it has No synthetic fragrances.
- Volumizing Mascara
- Powder Blush – I use melon for a pop of color on my cheeks.
- Romantic Eyeshadow Palette – Long-wearing performance, without the questionable ingredients. Gives a silky-smooth consistency. Perfect for a day or night look.
If safer skincare is something you are considering, don’t hesitate to send me a message with your questions. I will be happy to share my experience and do my best to guide you in the right direction. Beautycounter has a large array of products, so I invite to browse their website and start treating your skin with safer, beautiful and high-performing products.