03 Apr (Review & Giveaway) Makeup, Brushes & Ecotools for Earth Month 2011
Many of us have become aware of product testing and what’s actually in the products we are applying, and how they might be effecting our over all health and the environment. We’re reaching for greener choices, and reading labels, choosing products that are paraben, and petro-chemical free, as well as products that are cruelty-free (not tested on animals).
Earth Month is now upon us, and we wanted to showcase some companies that are truly contributing to the cause of helping the planet remain a beautiful place for all of us.
Aveda: A brand that spa and salon professionals have known since 1978, Aveda incorporates the “Art and Science of Pure Flower and Plant Essences” into everything they do. All their products are developed with certified organic materials. Aveda even tries to incorporate products grown in indigenous communities and countries. Every year, Aveda gives back to these communities in the form of help for clean water, support for farmlands and growers. This year’s focus is once again on water. Both protecting water quality and conserving our resources. Find out more here.
Tarte: With more than 200 products, Tarte is helping to reduce environmental waste with eco-friendly packaging, sustainable resources, and charitable partnerships as well as recycling initiatives. Proving that their beauty products are more than skin deep. All Tarte products are 100% free of parabens, petro-chemicals, phthtalates, sulfates and synthetic fragrances.
Our earth beauty pick is the Amazonian clay waterproof liner. Amazon clay is perfect for infusing deep rich color, and nourishing skin. Tarte adds a botanical waterproofing agent that is earth engineered from a blend of plant waxes to form a layer that protects against rain, sweat, tears in an airtight jar, for all day beauty. This cream blend can be smudged onto lids as an all over shadow or used as a high definition liner. Choose from five vibrant shades Bronze, Indigo, Plum, Black, Brown, each $22 online or at Sephora.
Youngblood Mineral Cosmetics: Youngblood is the number one luxury mineral cosmetics line created by Pauline Youngblood, a former medical aesthetician. Their products are made of natural, finely ground minerals from the earth — without any of the common irritants (including chemicals, dyes and preservatives) found in traditional makeup. Many products contain a signature mineral blend of Malachite, Rhodolite, Hematite and Zincite to help protect cells and tissue. You can visit their website online to find out more. Our pick is the Mineral Radiance Creme Powder Foundation which is a long-wearing 2-in-1 cream to powder foundation that provides buildable, smooth coverage. This comes in eight shades in neutral, barely beige, honey,warm beige, tawnee, rose beige, toffee and coffee. $56
Tell us, are you into earth friendly products? Which are your favorites? Leave a comment below to win a chic bag filled with earth-friendly products to celebrate EARTH MONTH. Winner will be chosen on April 14th.
Mel
Posted at 01:38h, 05 AprilI haven’t really used this type of product. But I am intrested to see the difference. 🙂
Jennifer
Posted at 17:41h, 05 AprilI haven’t tried these products yet. I would love to try them though as they are eco-friendly.
Nicole P
Posted at 17:48h, 05 AprilI love using vegan mineral makeup from a local merchant at my town’s farmer’s market. Sooo light & pure & cruelty-free. I also love all natural soaps from another vendor.
I would love to win! I need to expand my cosmetics collection! I have one powder, two shadows & a shimmer! & I’m a new mom who needs to put more time into myself. I promise to put the prize to very good use!
Burcin Cevik
Posted at 17:58h, 05 AprilMy favorites are organic wear’s powder foundation and Ecotools’ bamboo foundation brush and bronzer brush. Really happy with all of them, use them every day. I’ve heard really good things about the Ecotools blush brush but haven’t had a chance to try it out yet.
kayla
Posted at 18:03h, 05 Aprilyes i am into eco friendly products!! i like the tarte set, the youngblood mineral cosmetics, and the ecotools!! i went to skin care school and i absolutly LOVE makeup!!