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Beautiful blushing cheeks the natural way......
The average blush contains an assortment of chemicals ranging from the mildly irritating to the carcinogenic

THE DIRT

Here are just some of the ingredients used in conventional blush products;

Methyl, ethyl, propyl and butyl paraben

  • These frequently used preservatives have been shown to mimic oestrogen and have been linked in some studies to hormone dependent diseases, including breast cancer. More research needs to be done in this area.

Imidazolidinyl Urea

  • Used as a preservative, causes dermatitis and may release formaldehyde. Formaldehyde is listed as a poison and a carcinogen and is a suspected trigger of chemical sensitivity.

D & C Red 6,7,27, 34 and FD & C Yellow 5,6

  • The majority of dyes used in cosmetics are derived from coal tars which are human carcinogens and skin irritants. Precipitating soluble colours with aluminium is another source of colour (lakes) and is thought to be neurotoxic.

Propylene Glycol

  • There are several types of propylene glycol. The most common, is a solvent and humectant that can penetrate the outermost layer of skin cells and carry other (possibly dangerous) ingredients deeper into the skin.  Some forms of propylene glycol are also thought to be skin irritants and immune, neurological and respiratory toxicants.

The majority of blush products also contain synthetic fragrances, which often contain endocrine (hormone) disrupting phthalates and petroleum in the form of mineral oil or paraffin, which have been linked with cancer due to the presence of polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons.


Click here to read more about chemicals in personal care products from the greenpeace website. Or read 'check your bathroom cupboard now' on the CleanLife website.


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Don't despair, you needn't live without blush!  There are some great alternatives available. What a great excuse to get some new
makeup!

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Some safer alternatives for natural beauty.............

Logona cosmetics are certified by the BDIH as 'Certified Natural Cosmetics' and are free from synthetic colours, fragrances, preservatives as well as silicones, paraffins and other petrochemicals. Logona don't test on animals and best of all, they offer a great range of beautiful cosmetic products including lovely little blush duos that come in a handy compact, complete with mirror!

Using only pure refined minerals,  Miessence offer an assortment of mineral blush powders with both silk (matte) and satin (shimmering) finishes. They  also have a purse sized shimmer creme that you can use for lips and cheeks when you are out and about.

NVEY Eco Natural makeup offer six shades of natural powder blush in their natural makeup range certified by the Organic food chain.  The products are made in Australia and are not tested on animals.

For our Canadian, American & UK subscribers check out The Organic Makeup Co to add a little natural rose to your cheeks.


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