• Home
  • Blog
  • Resource Library
  • Craft Supplies
  • Free Primitive Patterns
  • About
  • Contact Us

Prim Mart

Home Decorating - Gardening - Lifestyle

  • The Home
    • Decor & Design
    • Cleaning & Organizing
    • Buying and Selling Homes
    • Electrical & Energy Use
    • Heating & Cooling
    • Home Appliances
    • Pest Control
    • Plumbing
    • Roof Maintenance
    • Security
    • Tools & Equipment
  • Outdoor Living
    • Gardening
    • Landscaping
    • Lawn Care
    • Patio Decorating
  • Art & Crafts
    • Craft Tutorials
  • Food
  • Lifestyle
    • Family
      • Parenting
      • Pets
      • Senior Living
    • Beauty & Fashion
    • Finances
    • Education
    • Fun
    • Legal Matters
    • Technology
    • Car Care & More
    • Celebrations & Holidays
    • Safety
    • Shopping
    • Travel
  • Wellness
    • Dental Health
    • Diet & Fitness
    • Holistic Health
    • Mental Wellness
    • Physical Health
    • Self Improvement
  • Work & Business
    • Business Tips
    • Business Marketing
    • Office Design
    • Building Upkeep
    • Career Training
    • Work at Home
Home » Lifestyle » Beauty & Fashion » Here’s Why You Should Use Eco-Friendly Cosmetics

Beauty & Fashion · December 20, 2021

Here’s Why You Should Use Eco-Friendly Cosmetics

 Here's Why You Should Use Eco-Friendly Cosmetics

As a modern woman, you likely want to be mindful of how your lifestyle choices affect the environment. There are many ways to do this, but one way is by changing your beauty routine.

Cosmetics like shampoo and soap may seem like they’re not that big of a deal when it comes to green living, but they actually use up an astounding amount of water in manufacturing. It takes about 2 liters (that’s 4 pints) of water just to make 1 liter (2 quarts) of most shampoos! And there are so many other chemicals used in cosmetics production which can be harmful to both humans and animals if they get into the waterways or oceans. And while organic makeup is becoming more popular these days, it’s still good to know what brands are eco-friendly and which ones aren’t.

After all, manufacturers don’t always make it clear whether or not their product is green/eco-friendly. So how can you tell?

1) Better For Your Skin

The ingredients in traditional cosmetics can be toxic when they are exposed to air or water, but the ingredients used in mineral makeup tend to be safer when it comes to both. Mineral makeup is made of finely milled minerals which are combined with binding agents like organic beeswax, organic chamomile extract, etc. Unlike synthetic minerals that contain a lot of harsh chemicals, mineral makeup is usually considered safe for people who have sensitive skin. You can also find face oil made for dry skin or a moisturizer for combination skin. There is a green counterpart for every cosmetic product out there.

All would agree that having clean water is important for both drinking and to use for self care. With tap water containing high concentrations of minerals, chlorine, and fluoride, many choose to buy distilled water for certain personal uses. As distilled water is free of impurities it works well with the skin’s pH levels, so can help skincare products to work better.

2) Better For Animals

Many people don’t realize that a lot of the ingredients in cosmetics are tested on animals. This is especially true for products that claim to be anti-aging or to have other skin benefits. If you’re looking for an eco-friendly alternative, then look for brands that are cruelty-free. This means that the company does not test their products on animals, nor do they purchase ingredients that were made in part through animal testing.

3) Better For The Environment

When a product has a plant or organic label on it, there’s a good chance that the company is putting effort into being eco-friendly. Plants and other earthly substances are more sustainable than many of the chemicals used in cosmetics production. So if you see something like “Aloe Vera Extract”… read further to make sure they don’t use other harsh chemicals in other parts of their production, but it is a good sign.

One of the main benefits of using plant-based or organic cosmetics is that they are biodegradable. This means that while you use them and when you eventually finish using them, the ingredients will break down and not leave any harmful residue behind. In contrast, synthetic chemicals can take years to decompose and can contaminate water supplies in the process.

4) Promotes Green Practices

Unused plastics from other parts of the manufacturing process can be used to create packaging for cosmetics instead of creating new plastic. This means that you’re doing your part in reducing waste and pollution by purchasing a product with recycled packaging.

If you’re looking to reduce your impact on the environment, then eco-friendly cosmetics are a great place to start. You can also use folding carton packaging for makeupthat provides a cost-effective and eco-friendly solution for brands looking to showcase your products while minimizing their environmental footprint.

Spread the love

Posted In: Beauty & Fashion

TedsWoodworking Plans and Projects

You’ll Also Love

Cowboy Hats: A Fashion Statement Or A Functional Piece Of Clothing?Cowboy Hats: A Fashion Statement Or A Functional Piece Of Clothing?
The Complete Guide to Women's Fashion StaplesThe Complete Guide to Women’s Fashion Staples
Best Styles of Bob Wigs You Must TryBest Styles of Bob Wigs You Must Try
Next Post >

Makita Angle Grinders: Your First Helper in the World of DIY

Search

Hello There!

Welcome to Prim Mart! I'm Katharine, a mom, wife, and blogger with a passion for all things related to homemaking and enjoying life. Prim Mart was founded in 2001 and has grown from just a craft blog to an online lifestyle magazine filled with helpful and creative articles for you!

Join Our Newsletter

Archives

Popular Posts

AntiqueFarmHouse

Categories

Woodworking Designs Plans and Projects

Copyright © 2023 Prim Mart · Theme by 17th Avenue

This website uses cookies to improve your experience. We'll assume you're ok with this, but you can opt-out if you wish. Read More

Accept Decline Cookie Settings
I consent to the use of following cookies:
Cookie Declaration About Cookies
Necessary (0) Marketing (0) Analytics (0) Preferences (0) Unclassified (0)
Necessary cookies help make a website usable by enabling basic functions like page navigation and access to secure areas of the website. The website cannot function properly without these cookies.
We do not use cookies of this type.
Marketing cookies are used to track visitors across websites. The intention is to display ads that are relevant and engaging for the individual user and thereby more valuable for publishers and third party advertisers.
We do not use cookies of this type.
Analytics cookies help website owners to understand how visitors interact with websites by collecting and reporting information anonymously.
We do not use cookies of this type.
Preference cookies enable a website to remember information that changes the way the website behaves or looks, like your preferred language or the region that you are in.
We do not use cookies of this type.
Unclassified cookies are cookies that we are in the process of classifying, together with the providers of individual cookies.
We do not use cookies of this type.
Cookies are small text files that can be used by websites to make a user's experience more efficient. The law states that we can store cookies on your device if they are strictly necessary for the operation of this site. For all other types of cookies we need your permission. This site uses different types of cookies. Some cookies are placed by third party services that appear on our pages.
Cookie Settings