Most of us use skin and body care products on a daily basis. Up to 60% of what we put on our skin ends up being absorbed in the body and when the products we use are made from harmful artificial ingredients these place an unnecessary burden on the body’s detoxification processes and on the entire immune system, including the skin. Some chemicals remain stored in the body for several months or even years before they are completely eliminated.
Harmful ingredients in cosmetics are not just a personal issue anymore. Every product we use on our skin will eventually end up in soil and waterways, where it can further impact microorganisms and aquatic life.
Natural ingredients are much safer alternative, though we all need to bear in mind that plants sometimes can also trigger unwanted reactions in some people. Additionally, many ingredients labelled as natural or naturally-derived have undergone extensive chemical processing which can alter their nutritional profile and reduce their benefits to the skin. The most active, pure and beneficial cosmetic ingredients have undergone minimal processing (look for cold pressed extra virgin plant oils and steam-distilled essential oils) and come from organic or biodynamic plants.
Choosing the best skin and body care products for you will involve not only reading labels and becoming familiar with ingredients but also learning about how the products are made. Cosmetics companies that truly care about the health and wellbeing of their customers and the environment will always be happy to share details about their ingredient selection and manufacturing processes.
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