Should You Be Concerned About Lead in Lipsticks?

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chari — Wed, 21 Nov 2007 14:15:27 GMT

My mother taught me a good deodorant, especially for those of us with high scents, is lemon, lime or orange. Cut the citrus in half and squeeze out most of the juice. Take the remaining fruit and rub under your arm during your bath. It works beautifully.

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HEBREWGIRL — Sat, 17 Nov 2007 20:59:21 GMT

I have found that there are a lot of natural/and or organic skin care products and cosmetic products out there you just have to know where to find them. Everything I buy for myself is 100 vegitarian and I love it and can see a difference from regular big name products.They do cost a little more but when you work and your face is the first thing people see it is a investment i am willing to make.

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Signe Nichols — Sun, 11 Nov 2007 20:17:56 GMT

There is a launch of a brand new cosmetic line here in the united states. cosmetics free of parabens, phlalates, dioxins, toxins, irritants, carcinogens, and do not contain talc, kaolin, bentonite, mineral oil or petrolatum.

they are safety-tested, hypoallergenic and never tested on animals.

the line is so new that there is not an online site - yet! but will be shortly.

the line includes lead free lipsticks, lip glosses and many other products like blush, eye shadows, mascara, eyeliner, powders and great foundations including a mineral foundation, primer, concealer and a pressed powder.

very high quality and safe - just like all us women want.

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lisa2982 — Sun, 11 Nov 2007 19:47:56 GMT

Does anyone know about Arbonne? Their products are "based on natural, botanical principles", but how safe are they?

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firth22 — Sat, 10 Nov 2007 05:17:58 GMT

I use a great range of cosmetics that contain no nasties. The range includes a beautiful mineral foundation, talc-free powder blushes and shiny lip glosses. Free from SLS, propylene glycol, kaolin, bentonite, mineral oil, petrolatum and phthalates, fragrance and added parabens. They are safety tested, dermatologist approved and created without animal testing. There are also other products, such as household, skin care, weight loss, fitness, baby and health care. All using safety-conscious formulas. If you would like more information please email to firth22@bigpond.com.au

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Anne W — Thu, 08 Nov 2007 20:15:20 GMT

I find it interesting that so many of us (women) have indicated that we don't even bother to wear makeup. I'm the same way. It's usually not worth my time. If I do wear makeup, I like Shaklee's Minerelles line which is mineral based and feels great on the skin.

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martinka — Thu, 08 Nov 2007 18:13:36 GMT

My all time favorite skin care and make up is Suki naturals http://www.sukisnaturals.com/ and Eminence Organics (www.eminenceorganics.com.

Eminence is a professional line and if you ever want to get pampered, facial or body treatment in a salon that carries this line is fantastic. I am a licenced esthetician and I will only work with organic, preservatIve, fragnace, petroleum etc. free lines. Suki is available online, in natural health food stores and I love her product and website- very educational. I love her make up.

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Lynn from Seattle — Thu, 08 Nov 2007 17:52:18 GMT

I have challenges with cystic acne. I do my best with eating according to my Metobolic Type. I have gotten rid of almost all my nonorganic cosmetics, personal care items, and cleaning products. But, the only thing I have not been able to conquer is the acne and the only thing that does a great job at minimizing it is ProActive, which has parabens and other bad stuff. Any suggestions?

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Sandy in Nevada — Thu, 08 Nov 2007 16:44:05 GMT

I don't have time to read all of the posts, so I apologize if I repeat something that has already been mentioned.

I am moving my family towards all organic/ natural products. The EWG site has been very helpful with this process. My teenage sons have been resistant to giving up their favorite products. I typed in two of their favorites, Suave Green Apple shampoo and Vaseline Intensive Skin Care lotion and then showed them the reports. They understood my concerns and were glad to try organic/natural products. I just wish I had started this long ago.

It was expensive & time consuming, but I have replaced all of the items in my make up case for items rated a 2 or less on EWG's site. I am still searching for a good organic shampoo for my thick, curly hair though -- any suggestions?

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Joycexn — Thu, 08 Nov 2007 16:27:20 GMT

Does anybody know if parabens actually mimic human estrgen in encouraging cell multiplication, or is there just a suspicion that it could? Either way it's probably better to stay away from them, but I was just wondering.

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Purely interested — Thu, 08 Nov 2007 13:10:26 GMT

Another great place to find not only natural, organic and toxin free makeup and body products is www.purezing.com. They do reviews of all the good stuff out there that can be bought online, and each review leads you straight to the supplier.

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jennbennana — Thu, 08 Nov 2007 08:42:04 GMT

I threw away all my make up for good about 6 months ago. Use organic shampoo occasionally, and usually wash my hair with baking soda and rinse with vinegar. For my body I use olive oil soap or dr. bronner's, and a rock salt deodorant or none at all.

One of the reasons for this is a book I read called Hormone Deception and of course this site. (I dont remember the author, but if you can get your hands on this book, you will be glad you read it so you know how many things you want to avoid.

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Evi — Thu, 08 Nov 2007 07:40:00 GMT

For excellent handmade, all natural, organic bodycare/ skincare products go to www.saltspringorganicspa.com . I fell in love with them when we visited the beautiful Saltspring Island in British Columbia on our honeymoon last year, and I've been using mail order to get them ever since (I live in Greece!). I think the site is being updated at the moment, but you could send an email to Julie, julie@saltspring.com , for a full product list. I highly recommend the Rose Geranium facial cream.

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leejae76 — Thu, 08 Nov 2007 06:52:48 GMT

I came up with a natural deodorant technique that I think helps. I dampen a cotton pad with witchhazel and swab my underarms, and let that dry. Then I do the same with white vinegar. Sometimes I take a vinegar-damp swab with me in a baggie for freshening up later. Witchhazel is astringent, good for after- shaving irritation. I figure the vinegar kills germs and odors.

What do you think?

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cheesemissile — Thu, 08 Nov 2007 04:56:13 GMT

Bewellstaywell.com (a.k.a. holisticbeauty.net) has great natural & organic products/makeup and lists their ingredients. The products I've tried wear even better than their contaminated store counterparts. They even have natural nail polish.