We do a lot of preaching about cosmetic companies and knowing what goes into your products. It’s important because we all share this one itty bitty planet and not everyone is getting a fair deal.

No Need For The Soapbox

Today’s post is a quickie, but one that puts things into perspective on a different level. Although the residue of this varnish factory is on city walls, you can imagine what it could do to already fragile ecosystems or unfortunate animals that come into contact with it.
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Let’s face it, women do some crazy things in the name of beauty. However, there are some kinds of crazy that just take things too far. We like to look pretty, but not at the expense of our health, the environment or the animals of the world.

Feeling Good About Looking Good

Many of us don’t stop to think about what goes into the beauty products we buy, or how they are made. However when you really consider it, anything we use on our skin, hair or nails every day, could very well have an affect on us – good or bad. Whether you are loyal to brands you have used for years or someone who tries something different every time, this post will help you determine if the brand deserves you.
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Nail varnish is a modern 20th century product, which makes it stand alone from most cosmetics that can be traced back to ancient roots. In fact, varnish is the product of a largely chemical, industrial age and that tends to show in conventional ingredients.

On Our Soapbox

We talk a lot about choosing brands that respect the environment, their customers and themselves. These are the brands that source, manufacture and distribute in a more environmentally friendly manner. It’s important to consider everyone & everything around you before you make any purchase, especially one that is riddled with chemicals and clearly not good for you.
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Most of us use cosmetics on a daily basis, from shampoo to makeup to nail polish, a number of brands and products sit on our bathroom shelves.

These days many people are becoming more aware of what they use on their bodies & how it affects the environment around them. Those concerns are why the Cosmetics Safety Database was created.

Do The Right Thing

We like to promote healthy, natural options for your nails wherever possible & there are non-toxic options out there for a number of products. Avoiding highly processed, chemical items helps to protect our fragile environment and all the critters that depend on it. Not to mention, what you put on and in you is important & should be purchased with care.
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