by laura manhart. many “organic” cosmetics contain: parabens petrochemicals phthalates mercury...

Are Organic Cosmetics Really

Organic?

By Laura Manhart

The Answer: NoMany “organic” cosmetics contain:ParabensPetrochemicalsPhthalatesMercuryLeadDioxane

What to Look Out For:AromatherapyHerbalBotanicalNatural

Natural: Any plant, mineral, or animal by product

Organic: How an ingredient was cultivatedCruelty-Free: Not tested on animalsVegan: Free of animal by products

Organic Beauty Lingo

Cruelty-free

Using all-natural ingredients

Using local Promoting sustainable living

Pros of Using Organic

Most are not all-natural

Can cause allergic reactions

Expensive

Do not work as effectively as non-natural

Cons of Using Organic

Burt’s Bees

Stella McCartney

Jessica Nail Polish

Josie Maran Cosmetics

Zoya Nail Polish

Organic Products

Motivation Chart

Hazardous Chemicals

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Organic Beauty Products vs Natural Beauty Products â ELLE Beauty �� Guide. 20 Apr. 2008. Web. 04 Apr. 2012.

Freydkin, Donna. "Beauty Is Skin-deep, so Read the Labels." USA Today. ProQuest, 22 Apr. 2008. Web.

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