Eco-Friendly Beauty Products You May Not Know About!
It’s important to take care of the environment, but did you know you can do your part based on the beauty products you decide to use? There are a variety of eco-friendly beauty options available that many people aren’t even aware of and they’re a lot easier to find than you may think!
The best way to determine if a product is eco-friendly is to look for product labels that are from reliable organizations who evaluate the environmental impact of the products. Organizations such as “Green Seal” and “Scientific Certification Systems (SCS)” are known for conducting rigorous analysis to evaluate the products and their potential impacts.
Here are a few eco-friendly beauty products!
Yes! To Coconuts: Ultra Hydrating Facial Souffle Moisturizer, $12.95
This moisturizer is paraben and cruelty-free and is a thick, fluffy formula to help keep dry skin at bay. It also contains coconut oil and shea butter to increase hydration while also providing a sweet smell!
Tarte Cosmetics: Crystal Crème Lip Cream, $20
Tarte is known for its popular beauty products, but did you also know that they’re cruelty-free and vegan-friendly? This tinted lip crayon gives a big color payoff while keeping lips moisturized and has a fresh, minty scent.
Physicians Formula: Organic Wear Mascara, $7.99
This mascara is completely natural, gluten-free, and recyclable! It provides lashes with great volume and has a curved brush to help curl lashes. The formula is creamy and leaves lashes strong and thick.
The Body Shop: Hemp Heavy-Duty Body Moisture Protector, $20
This body lotion is a great option when looking for something that doesn’t leave skin feeling sticky or greasy after applying. The community trade hemp seed oil contains essential fatty acids that help the product soak into skin quickly and leave you feeling soft and smooth!
Kristen Miller is a current senior from IUPUI working on completing her BA in English with a concentration in writing and literacy. While working on her Hope internship and awaiting graduation, she enjoys writing fiction and just having a nice cup of coffee.
