{"id":235,"date":"2008-04-13T00:16:56","date_gmt":"2008-04-13T07:16:56","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/norwitz.net\/blog\/?p=235"},"modified":"2008-04-13T16:04:37","modified_gmt":"2008-04-13T23:04:37","slug":"safer-cosmetics","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/norwitz.net\/blog\/2008\/04\/13\/safer-cosmetics\/","title":{"rendered":"Safer cosmetics I found at Expo West"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>As I wandered the dozens of aisles at Expo West 2008, I collected information on nontoxic makeup.  This is hardly a comprehensive review.  I haven&#8217;t included brands I already knew well, or even every brand I saw.  Just a handful of new or interesting products to share with you all.<\/p>\n<p>Information is based on company documents or on personal conversation with representatives.  I have not verified facts, aside from looking at ingredient lists and things like that.<\/p>\n<h2>No-Miss Healthy Alternative Cosmetics<\/h2>\n<blockquote><p>6401 E. Rogers Circle, Suite 14<br \/>\nBoca Raton, FL 33487<br \/>\n(800) 283-1963; fax: (561) 994-696<br \/>\n<a href=\"http:\/\/65.108.6.137\/company.html\" target=\"_blank\">http:\/\/nomiss.com\/<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p>This company mostly produces lower-toxic nail products, the sorts of things most people with multiple chemical sensitivity couldn&#8217;t handle, but that could make a significant difference in cases of mild sensitivity or living with someone who must have their polish.<\/p>\n<blockquote><p>NAILS<br \/>\nnail polish<br \/>\nglitter polish<br \/>\nglow polish<br \/>\nstrengthener<br \/>\nbase\/top coat<\/p>\n<p>NAIL CARE<br \/>\npolish remover<br \/>\nfungus killer<br \/>\ncuticle cream<\/p>\n<p>MAKE UP<br \/>\nmascara<br \/>\nlip gloss<br \/>\nlip healer<br \/>\neye shadow<br \/>\nmake-up remover<br \/>\nkits<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p>They told me that none of the products had synthetic fragrance but some had bergamot (an essential oil).  The eye make-up remover has preservatives.  The ingredients for the mascara look pretty straightforward and safe.  Some of the polish ingredients are iffy (alcohols, etc) but aren&#8217;t terrible.<\/p>\n<h2>Herbs of Grace: Natural Look Mineral Makeup<\/h2>\n<p>301 Young Rd.<br \/>\nMossyrock, WA 98564<br \/>\n888-817-1831<br \/>\n<a href=\"http:\/\/herbsofgrace.com\/\" target=\"_blank\">http:\/\/herbsofgrace.com\/<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Vegan, no fragrance or preservatives.  Looks like very simple, basic ingredients.  Home business.<\/p>\n<blockquote><p>Foundations<br \/>\nEye Shadows<br \/>\nBlushes<br \/>\nLips<br \/>\nShimmers<br \/>\nBronzers<br \/>\nBrushes<br \/>\nAccessories<br \/>\nVegan Lip Balms<br \/>\nGift Sets<br \/>\nSamples &amp; Testers<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<h2>PeaceKeeper<\/h2>\n<blockquote><p><span id=\"ContactUs1_lblContactUsMailUs\">Peacekeeper Cause-Metics<br \/>\n50 Lexington Avenue<br \/>\nSuite #22G<br \/>\nNew York, NY 10010<br \/>\n<\/span><a href=\"mailto:info@iamapeacekeeper.com\">info@iamapeacekeeper.com<br \/>\nhttp:\/\/www.iamapeacekeeper.com\/<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p>Some are vegan.  Low toxin ratings from Campaign for Safe Cosmetics.<\/p>\n<blockquote><p>Natural Lipsticks<br \/>\nNatural Nail Polish<br \/>\nNatural Lip Gloss<br \/>\nNatural Lip Balm<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<h2>Honeybee Gardens<\/h2>\n<blockquote><p>1082 Palisades Drive<br \/>\nLeesport, PA 19533<br \/>\nTel: 610-396-9225<br \/>\nFax: 610-396-922<br \/>\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.honeybeegardens.com\/\" target=\"_blank\"> http:\/\/www.honeybeegardens.com\/<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p>Some products have really nice safe ingredient lists, others have things like methanol and other alcohols (polish remover) and even synthetic fragrance (hairspray, deodorant).  At least they are upfront about their ingredients.  I have one of their lipsticks and really love it.<\/p>\n<blockquote><p>Lipstick<br \/>\nNail Polish<br \/>\nPolish Remover<br \/>\nEye Liner<br \/>\nLip Gloss<br \/>\nTruly Natural Mascara<br \/>\nLip Balm<br \/>\nShampoo<br \/>\nConditioner<br \/>\nHair Spray<br \/>\nEye Shadow<br \/>\nDeodorant Powder<br \/>\nFacial Toner<br \/>\nCleansing Gel<br \/>\nHydroSol<br \/>\nBubble Bath<br \/>\nGoats Milk Soap<br \/>\nAfter Bath Powder<br \/>\nAftershave<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<h2>Naturenvy<\/h2>\n<blockquote><p>PO BOX 6114, Santa Barbara, CA, 93160<br \/>\n(805) 453-9658<br \/>\nask@naturenvy.com<br \/>\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.naturenvy.com\/\" target=\"_blank\">http:\/\/www.naturenvy.com\/<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p>&#8220;Naturenvy is the importer of a vibrant collection of natural skincare lines produced near the picturesque, seaside port of La Rochelle, France&#8230;All Formulas are free of Parabens, Allergens, PEGs, Phenoxyethanol, Silicon, Phthalates, Glycol Ether and Paraffin. All products are free of animal derived ingredients and never tested on animals.&#8221;<\/p>\n<blockquote><p>Sweet&#8217;Coton line is certified organic by ECOCERT and certified fair trade by MAX HAVELAAR.<br \/>\nSo&#8217;Bio Rose is an innovative skincare line certified organic by ECOCERT.<br \/>\nBio&#8217;Etic is a certified fair trade and organic skincare line featuring exotic ingredients.<br \/>\nFloressances offers several lines of natural skincare products such as Argan, Olivier &amp; Bourrache.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>As I wandered the dozens of aisles at Expo West 2008, I collected information on nontoxic makeup. This is hardly a comprehensive review. I haven&#8217;t included brands I already knew well, or even every brand I saw. Just a handful of new or interesting products to share with you all. 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