Beautycounter

I’ve been using Beautycounter for a while now in my transition to safer, cleaner, non-toxic living. Beautycounter has a line of personal care products that I feel confident about. They have really done theie homework. They provide products that are not just “clean”, they also work! So, today I’m excited to share with you about this amazingly clean company and all of their beautiful products!

Did you know?

• The European Union has banned over 1300 ingredients from cosmetics yet the US has only banned or restricted 11.
• Scientific studies have shown that exposure to toxic chemicals play a role in the prevalence of many diseases and disorders in the US. (Side note, I recently read The Cancer Code by Dr. Jason Fung, which I highly recommend)
• The US has not passed a federal law regulating the cosmetic industry since 1938.

Meanwhile, Beautycounter is not only holding a higher standard, they are also stiving to change the cosmetic industry.

Beautycounter, has committed to a health and safety standard that goes well beyond what is legally required in the United States. Their Never List is made up of more than 1,800 questionable or harmful chemicals that they never use as ingredients in their products. This includes the over 1,400 chemicals banned or restricted in personal care products by the European Union, plus additional chemicals screened by Beautycounter and found to be of concern.

A lot of companies are now labeling their products as “phtalate and paraben free”. While these are positive steps in the right direction, their products can sometimes have other harmful ingredients. Check out just some of the ingredients that Beautycounter will never add to their beauty products…

Here are just a few chemicals that Beautycounter will NEVER add to their products:

BENZALKONIUM CHLORIDE
A disinfectant used as a preservative and surfactant associated with severe skin, eye, and respiratory irritation and allergies. Found in: sunscreens, moisturizers

BHA AND BHT
Synthetic antioxidants used to extend shelf life. They are likely carcinogens and hormone disruptors and may causeliver damage. Found in: lipsticks, moisturizers, diapercreams, and other cosmetics.

COAL TAR HAIR DYES AND OTHER COAL TAR
INGREDIENTS
Byproduct of coal processing that is a known carcinogen. It is used as a colorant and an anti-dandruff agent. Found in: hair dye, shampoo.

ETHYLENEDIAMINETETRAACETIC ACID (EDTA)
A chelating (binding) agent added to cosmetics to improve stability. May be toxic to organs. Found in: hair color, moisturizers.

ETHANOLAMINES (MEA/DEA/TEA)
Surfactants and pH adjuster linked to allergies, skin toxicity, hormone disruption, and inhibited fetal brain development. Found in: hair dyes, mascara, foundation, fragrances, sunscreens, dry cleaning solvents, paint, pharmaceuticals.

FORMALDEHYDE
Used as a preservative in cosmetics. A known carcinogen that is also linked to asthma, neurotoxicity, and developmental toxicity. Present where quaternium-15,
DMDM hydantoin, imidazolidinyl urea, diazolidinyl urea, sodium hydroxymethylglycinate, 2-bromo-2- nitropropane-1,3 diol (Bronopol), and several other preservatives are listed. Found in: shampoo, body wash, bubble bath.

HYDROQUINONE
A skin-lightening chemical that inhibits the production of melanin and is linked to cancer, organ toxicity, and skin irritation. Found in: skin-lightening creams.

METHYLISOTHIAZOLINONE AND
METHYLCHLOROISOTHIAZOLINONE
Chemical preservatives that are among the most common irritants, sensitizers, and causes of contact skin allergies. Found in: shampoo, conditioner, body wash.

OXYBENZONE
Sunscreen agent and ultraviolet light absorber linked to irritation, sensitization and allergies, and possible hormone disruption. Found in: sunscreen, moisturizer.

OXYBENZONE
Sunscreen agent and ultraviolet light absorber linked to irritation, sensitization and allergies, and possible hormone disruption. Found in: sunscreen, moisturizer.

PHTHALATES (DBP, DEHP, DEP AND OTHERS)
A class of plasticizing chemicals used to make products more pliable or to make fragrances stick to skin. Phthalates disrupt the endocrine system and may cause birth defects. Found in: synthetic fragrance, nail polish, hairspray, and plastic materials.

POLYETHYLENE GLYCOL (PEG COMPOUNDS)
PEGs are widely used in cosmetics as thickeners, solvents, softeners, and moisture-carriers. Depending on manufacturing processes, PEGs may be contaminated with measurable amounts of ethylene oxide and 1,4-dioxane, which are both carcinogens. Found in: creams, sunscreen, shampoo.

RETINYL PALMITATE AND RETINOL (VITAMIN A)
A nutrient that may damage DNA and speed the growth of skin tumors when used topically. Found in: moisturizer, anti-aging skincare.

SODIUM LAURYL SULFATE AND SODIUM LAURETH
SULFATE (SLS AND SLES)
SLS and SLES are surfactants that can cause skin irritation or trigger allergies. SLES is often contaminated with 1,4-dioxane, a byproduct of a petrochemical process called ethoxylation, which is used to process other chemicals in order to make them less harsh. Found in: shampoo, body wash, bubble bath.

SYNTHETIC FLAVOR OR FRAGRANCE
An engineered scent or flavoring agent that may contain any combination of 3,000-plus stock chemical ingredients, including hormone disruptors and allergens. Fragrance formulas are protected under federal law’s classification of trade secrets and therefore can remain undisclosed. Found in: all types of cosmetics.

TOLUENE
A volatile petrochemical solvent that is toxic to the immune system and can cause birth defects. Found in: nail polish.

TRICLOSAN AND TRICLOCARBAN
Antimicrobial pesticides toxic to the aquatic environment; may also impact human reproductive systems. Found in: liquid soap, soap bars, toothpaste.

I am so thankful I’ve changed my skin care and beauty routine!

Beautycounter has everything from shampoo and conditioner, to lotions and makeup.

They have so many amazing products but here are my current top 4 favorites!

Beyond Gloss: I have yet to find a lip gloss I love more than Beautycounter’s Beyond Gloss. It goes on smooth, and isn’t sticky. I have this lip gloss in quite few different shades.

Charcoal + Counter Face Mask: This was the very first product I bought from Beautycounter and I was sold! I just love how amazing my skin feels after using this charcoal mask. It gently exfoiliates and smooths the skins surface.

Dew Skin Tinted Moisturizer: I LOVE the sun and I know the importance of vitamin D but I try to protect my face as much as possible. I am in love with this tinted moisturizer for an everyday light coverage look. It’s SPF 20 so I get sun protection, moisturizer, and a dewy even complection all in one product. I feel so moisturized and fresh when I’m wearing this product. I don’t feel the need for any other foundation or concealer. It’s a wonderful “everyday” look. I have it in 3 different shades (Fair, Light, and Medium). I mix 2 different shades at a time depending on the season to find my perfect match. Right now, it’s the dead of winter so a pump or two from Fair and Light are perfect to get me through the day looking refreshed.

Counter + Overnight Resurfacing Peel: I recently started using this product and it’s wonderful. I love the tingling feeling when I apply it at night. I also love that while Beautycounter uses quality clean ingredients they also have products that work. They test their products to make sure people are happy with the results. And here is what people said…

After two weeks of use*

• 100% agreed skin felt and looked smoother
• 90% experienced radiant and glowing skin
• 97% reported that skin felt resurfaced
• 87% said pores looked minimized

*Based on a 30-subject consumer perception study using the product every other day for two weeks.

Clinically proven to**

• Boost skin radiance
• Help improve skin texture

**Based on a 31-subject clinical instrumentation study after four weeks.

Featured Ingredients: 

• Glycolic Acid: improves skin texture, resurfaces, exfoliates.
• Lactic Acid: stimulates cell renewal promoting a smoother, radiant-looking complexion.
• Citric Acid: helps refine and renew skin.
• Arginine & Fatty Acids: aid in conditioning and moisturizing skin.

One more Beautycounter bonus! I’m not sure how many of you know about EWG. It’s a wonderful resource if you are looking for non-toxic products. I’ve been using their website for years in my transition to less toxic living.

EWG is the leading third-party certification through which products are independently reviewed against the strictest safety standards. Over one-third of Beautycounters products have been verified, and this year they launched three new products with the trusted certification. Want to shop them? Just look for the mark.

If you would like more information on Beatycounter you can e-mail me at livingcleanandfit@yahoo.com. I’ve recently become a Beautycounter consultant. You can shop through my link here if you are interested. If you would like to be on my e-mail list so I can tell you when they have sales just shoot me an e-mail.

Also, please feel free to share your thoughts and favorite Beatycounter products in the comment section below.

And here is a video that gives a little more information about the company. Enjoy!

If you are interested in joining the Beautycounter team click here! I’m now a Beautycounter Independent Consultant because I just adore all their products and what they stand for.

Looking for more clean products without all the junk? Check out “The Clean Guide” here.

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