Chemical Free Beauty: A Social Change Project

𝐄𝐧𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐍𝐚𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐚𝐥 𝐁𝐞𝐚𝐮𝐭𝐲 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐂𝐡𝐞𝐦𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐅𝐫𝐞𝐞 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐭𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐂𝐨𝐬𝐦𝐞𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐬

𝐁𝐞𝐚𝐮𝐭𝐲 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐭𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐂𝐨𝐬𝐦𝐞𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐬 – 𝐍𝐚𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐚𝐥 & 𝐎𝐫𝐠𝐚𝐧𝐢𝐜

In dealing with our daily health, we have always been told to incorporate natural and organic goods into our diet because they are healthier and safer than any other label category. They do wonders for our bodies when consumed. No wonder natural and organic beauty products and cosmetics are substantially influencing and redefining the aesthetic panorama. They provide various incredible benefits to people, the environment, and non-human animals through their sustainable, environment-friendly, and ethical qualities.

These type of products and cosmetics is the beauty trend we should adopt in this latest year. They are better for you in all aspects, not just because they are trending or other celebrities are endorsing them. Furthermore, finding brands that can give you healthy and safe items is no longer a challenge; all you have to do is to shift your focus.

Image by Green People Organic Lifestyle (2020) What is Plant-Based Skin Care? via https://www.greenpeople.co.uk/blogs/the-beauty-hub/everything-you-need-to-know-about-plant-based-skin-care
Image by OrangEdge Marketing (2019) Top Reasons Why Organic Skincare Products Are Better via https://www.neemlinaturals.com/top-reasons-why-organic-skincare-products-are-better/

What are you really putting on your skin? This is something we all need to think about. Many skin care products contain chemicals that can harm our health, our environment and animals, but not nearly enough of us read or understand the ingredients that go into the products we use.

In Australia, nearly all soaps and cosmetics, including skin care products, are classified as industrial chemicals for regulation purposes. Let’s think about that for a minute. The ingredients in the products you’re putting on your skin, and their production methods could be so toxic that they fall under the same regulation as heavy-duty chemicals used in industry.

We believe that natural skincare is better, for a variety of reasons. Here are just some of the benefits.

1. Safe inside and out
The skin is designed to be a barrier that prevents toxins from entering our bodies. Most of the time it does its job extremely well. However, there are some chemicals that still manage to get through.

Applying chemical products directly to the skin obviously increases the risk of them finding their way into the bloodstream, from where they can pe*****te our vital organs.

You wouldn’t eat something you knew contained harmful chemicals, so why would you take the risk of putting it on your skin? At TL SKIN, we believe that if it isn’t safe enough for the inside, it isn’t safe enough for the outside, either. That’s why we only use completely natural ingredients in our skincare products.

2. No toxic ingredients
Many of the ingredients commonly used in skincare products are man-made, and could potentially be harmful to our health, which is why we don’t believe we should risk using them.

Parabens are a particular concern. Parabens are artificial preservatives which are used to extend the shelf life of skincare products, cosmetics and shampoos. Research shows that parabens can mimic the hormone oestrogen in the body. Too much oestrogen can increase the risk of breast cancer and also affect reproductive functions.

While there are no proven links yet between parabens and health problems, it has been ascertained that parabens can pe*****te the skin and find their way into breast tissue.

Pure skincare products contain no parabens, making them a less risky choice.

3. Not harmful to the environment
Many body washes, shampoos and other beauty products contain sulfates, which are cleansing and foaming agents. Sulfates are manufactured from petroleum. This is a leading producer of greenhouse gases, which are the main cause of climate change. It is also a pollutant that affects the air we breathe and the natural environment.

Sulfates have toxic effects on marine life, but they’re finding their way into our rivers due to being washed down our drains in the products we use.

This is why switching to toxin-free products can make a huge difference to the environment. All TL SKIN products are sulfate-free. This is an important step to preserve the planet and its wildlife for future generations.

4. Cruelty-free
Skincare products are often tested on animals, causing unnecessary suffering to innocent creatures. Even if the overall products themselves aren’t tested on animals, some of the ingredients they contain might have been.

The Australian government is banning animal testing for cosmetic products, starting in 2019. However, the ban will only apply to new products, not those which are already available on the market.

In addition, if any of the ingredients are used for other purposes as well as cosmetic products, these ingredients will still be allowed to be tested on animals.

This means some of the ingredients in chemical-based skincare products could still be tested on animals. The only way to know you’re using ethical, cruelty-free products is to choose pure skincare products.

5. Kinder to your skin
Chemical-based skincare products are often harsh on the skin. This means they can increase sensitivity, causing redness and soreness, and even skin conditions like eczema.

In contrast, natural products are gentle and kind to the skin, as they contain no harsh, astringent ingredients. They improve the appearance of the complexion and feel more luxurious when applied. They also smell delicious, thanks to the natural plants and flowers they contain! It’s time to make the switch and pamper yourself!

𝟓 𝐓𝐨𝐱𝐢𝐜 𝐂𝐡𝐞𝐦𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐥𝐬 𝐈𝐧 𝐁𝐞𝐚𝐮𝐭𝐲 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐭𝐬 𝐘𝐨𝐮 𝐒𝐡𝐨𝐮𝐥𝐝 𝐀𝐯𝐨𝐢𝐝

• Formaldehyde
• Sodium Lauryl, Laureth Sulfate (SLS and SLES)
• Parabens (Isobutylparaben, Butylparaben, Methylparaben, Propylparaben)
• Petroleum, Paraffin, Mineral Oil
• Synthetic Fragrance

𝐀𝐝𝐝𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐋𝐢𝐬𝐭 𝐨𝐟 𝐂𝐡𝐞𝐦𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐥𝐬 𝐅𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐝 𝐢𝐧 𝐒𝐲𝐧𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐭𝐢𝐜 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐭𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐂𝐨𝐬𝐦𝐞𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐬

• Artificial colors
It can contain a variety of toxins, such as benzene, xylene, naphthalene, which have been linked to allergic responses, asthma attacks, headaches, nausea, exhaustion, restlessness, lack of focus, and cancer.
• Aluminum
It has been linked to breast cancer. Using it in deodorants prevents toxins from being expelled by blocking the pores of the skin. Toxins then travel to the nearest fat reserve: the breasts. High amounts may be connected to Alzheimer's disease.

Image by Maria (2015) Expert Advice: 5 Toxic Chemicals In Beauty Products You Should Avoid via https://sonailicious.com/5-toxic-chemicals-in-cosmetics-you-should-avoid/

𝐒𝐲𝐧𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐭𝐢𝐜 𝐁𝐞𝐚𝐮𝐭𝐲

This type of beauty comprises paraben, toluene, oxybenzone, artificial fragrances, phthalates, and other chemicals. These substances gather in our bodies, and some of them are carcinogenic. Heavy metals like aluminum, lead, mercury, cadmium, and arsenic are in it as well. They have a negative impact on the environment, even though they are cheaper. Additionally, they need to be tested on animals, which tends to be unethical.

𝐖𝐡𝐲 𝐬𝐡𝐨𝐮𝐥𝐝𝐧’𝐭 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐮𝐬𝐞 𝐬𝐲𝐧𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐭𝐢𝐜 𝐛𝐞𝐚𝐮𝐭𝐲 𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐭𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐜𝐨𝐬𝐦𝐞𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐬?

• They are poisonous
• They are harmful for the skin
• They are non-eco-friendly
• They are unethical
• They are unsustainable

Image by RxWiki (2016) Check Your Beauty Products for Mercury via https://www.rxwiki.com/feature-article/beauty-products-contain-mercury-can-pose-health-risks

𝐂𝐡𝐞𝐦𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐥𝐬 𝐢𝐧 𝐁𝐞𝐚𝐮𝐭𝐲 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐭𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐂𝐨𝐬𝐦𝐞𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐬 – 𝐖𝐡𝐲 𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐓𝐡𝐞𝐲 𝐁𝐚𝐝?

𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐢𝐬 𝐒𝐲𝐧𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐭𝐢𝐜 𝐁𝐞𝐚𝐮𝐭𝐲?

Did you know that approximately 60 percent of the products you put on your skin are absorbed and eventually reach the bloodstream? This becomes a scary statistic when you realize that most traditional beauty products or cosmetics contain chemicals, which are regarded as synthetic beauty. They are not only toxic to humans but are also carcinogenic. Your body absorbs these artificial additives, which can make you sick if you use them on a regular basis. When your body is sick, the appearance of your skin suffers, and you appear less healthy and radiant.

Beauty consumers often buy this type of item because they are two times less expensive than natural and organic ones. While not all synthetic ingredients are the same, some may not be as harmful as others; there are some that have been found to be toxic. They accumulate in the body over time. Moreover, they have been related to skin and mucous membrane irritations, as well as the like. Synthetic beauty fills your skin cells with harmful chemicals, which prevents them from operating at their best. Therefore, preventing them from looking their best.

Image by Vive Cosmetics (2019) Cosmetic Manufacturers in Ludhiana via https://vivecosmetic.com/cosmetic-manufacturers-in-ludhiana