Formaldehyde. Coal tar. Petroleum. Parabens. Phthalates. Titanium Dioxide. Lead.
These are only a few of the toxic chemicals hiding in your innocent-looking mineral makeup.
And you paid more than 30$ to rub these toxins on your skin, which “happily” absorbs them and transfers them straight to your blood stream.
Dozens of studies have shown that the toxic chemicals in your makeup, eyeliner, blush and lipstick can increase the risk of early menopause, nervous system disruption, chronic illness, birth defects and of course cancer.
And now your daughter is “borrowing” your makeup and puts this dangerous stuff all over her face too.
3 Critical Reasons to Start Using Homemade Makeup Recipes
Even the most “natural” and “organic” makeup is not 100% safe. The organic lipstick may be lead-free but still contain Titanium Dioxide (E-171).
But…
1. You can easily make fabulous makeup at home using only organic food and minerals. How about feeling safe knowing the exact ingredients applied on your face?...
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Thanks for sharing this article. I saw an investigative report on the toxic chemicals that are commonly found in makeup and I was appalled. The idea is simply crazy that women put this all over their face daily....especially any type of lipstick or lip gloss which would obviously be ingested daily.
Thanks for sharing.
September 8, 2013 - 5:54amMissie
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