WHY SWITCH TO NATURAL & ORGANIC COSMETICS?

THE BEAUTY GUIDE | JUL 30, 2019

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WHY SWITCH TO NATURAL & ORGANIC COSMETICS?

When you choose to switch to natural and organic cosmetics, you are making a choice to do what is best for your health, as well as showing concern and respect for the environment and the planet overall. We would like to share with you some information to help you best understand what we mean by ‘natural’ and ‘organic’. It will help you understand the importance of having a more eco-responsible beauty routine.

WHAT ARE THE DIFFERENCES BETWEEN NATURAL AND ORGANIC COSMETICS?

Organic cosmetics are products made using ingredients from organic farming. To meet this standard, producers cannot use pesticides, chemical herbicides, synthetic fertilizers, and they remain non-GMO (genetically modified organism) and free of chemical preservatives, synthetic fragrances, and additives. For a product to be labeled organic, at least 95% of the ingredients it contains must follow these strict guidelines. Certifying bodies exist, such as EcoCert, to analyze products to see that they meet these standards, and can carry a seal of approval.

Natural cosmetics, meanwhile, are made from ingredients that come from or are extracted from nature (plants, water, or minerals). However, these ingredients do not necessarily come from organic farming. But that does not mean that they contain substances harmful to health and the planet! There are no regulations that identify or qualify cosmetics as ‘natural’ in the US, so it’s important to do a little research about some of the ingredients in the products you put on your body. Being an educated consumer helps you make the right choices for your health. We encourage everyone to read labels and understand the kinds of ingredients being put into their daily care products.

BENEFITS OF NATURAL AND ORGANIC COSMETICS

YOUR HEALTH AND YOUR SKIN WILL THANK YOU

Your skin, while a protective barrier from outside elements, is also a porous layer of the body that absorbs topically applied products. This should make us mindful of using harmful chemicals that can lead to irritation and uncomfortable reactions, like rashes and pimples. Some synthetic ingredients have been linked to problems with the body’s endocrine system, which helps regulate hormone production. Your skin protects you from a myriad of external forces, and is essential for your well-being, so care for it with the best products and healthy habits.

YOU LIMIT YOUR IMPACT ON OUR PLANET

Choosing natural and organic products also makes a commitment to supporting our planetary health. The production of the ingredients for these products avoids GMOs, pesticides, synthetic fragrances and many other substances harmful to our environment. Additionally, many manufacturers of natural and organic cosmetics make an extra effort to follow the three R’s of sustainability – Reduce, Recycle, and Reuse – when it comes to packaging and shipping. Being aware that excessive amounts of waste going to landfills creates an environmental crisis, there is much emphasis placed on using recycled paper and glass in product containers and their outer packaging.

ORGANIC AND NATURAL COSMETICS CAN BE JUST AS EFFECTIVE AS THOSE MADE WITH SYNTHETIC INGREDIENTS!

Innovation in organic and natural cosmetics has made great strides in creating products that address many different skin conditions and personal care needs. “Green science" has resulted in solutions for all types of skin: oily, dry, normal, acneic.

Unlike many synthetic ingredients, most of these products can be used without reservation by people of all ages and conditions (some situations require caution, however, like the use of essential oils in topical products by women who are pregnant).

ORGANIC AND NATURAL COSMETICS ARE GLAMOROUS AND SENSORial!

Long gone are the days when organic cosmetics had unpleasant smells or textures. Today, they offer experiences that are pleasing to the touch as well as to the nose. There are now options to satisfy all personal preferences, and formulations that feel as beautiful as they smell. New and existing cosmetic brands are reinventing themselves every day by increasing their offerings with natural and cosmetic products.

AND WHAT ABOUT MELCHIOR & BALTHAZAR?

All of our products are Ecocert certified, as both natural and organic!
The formulation of each product is clean, we stay away from any components harmful to your health.

100% ORGANIC & NATURAL

Our argan oil is 100% pure, and contains nothing but argan oil! It is GMO and EDTA free, silicone free and paraben free.

Its container is made of recyclable glass, which allows it to be diverted away from landfills. The outer packaging is made using recycled paper, and is FSC certified.

ORGANIC, NATURAL AND ABOVE ALL CLEAN!

All of our products, both for the body and the face, are all 100% clean! They do not contain any ingredients that are harmful to your body and your skin. We are proud to offer products free of silicones, parabens, aluminum, mineral oils, and phosphates.