Why Use Organic Cosmetics?

Ok, so my cousin(who is one of my heros bytheway) turned me onto this site called nature's knockout, it is two celebrity makeup artists who teach women about the harmful chemicals found in makeup, skincare and all the other lovely cosmetic products we use(sarcastic tone). PLUS, they have great tutorials for makeup,hair and fashion...LOVE IT!

(A MILLION LOVES, ((HUG)) AND THANKS TO THE ORIGINAL NATURE'S KNOCKOUT HERSELF, MY COUSIN MEGAN!)

So here is the deal, I am starting to become more "green" and I don't mean becoming sick or dying my hair. I am talking about becoming more conscious of my environments; And shielding myself from harmful effects that everyday toxins and chemicals have on and in my body. And since we are on the topic of "green" I can give a small shout out to our friend the Planet! Go Recycle!

Alright ladies and fellas(I added them just in case my husband is reading this...love you!), here is a pop quiz:

• Does the make up and lotions we put on our faces really make THAT big of a difference in our overall health? I mean, seriously you just put it on and then wipe it off right? Isn't beauty only skin deep?

• What about deodorants?  Doesn't it come off on your clothes? I always have to reapply when I change shirts (especially if I wear black). I know this because I can see the spot where the deodorant met the material! Maybe it's because I buy the cheap stuff:)

Now before you start to sweat and get test anxiety, you don't have to fill this out and get it to me by 4pm on Friday.  This is more of a mental type quiz....you just have to think of the answer...

I'll wait.........

Ready?

Ok, now when I  give you the answers, pat yourself on the back, head or rear end if you get it right:D ( I almost wish I had a hidden camera on each of your computers to see if you actually do one of those...ha ha!)

(clears throat)...Moving on....

The makeups, skin care and other everyday products DO make a big difference in our overall health! I digress... It seems as though everything causes cancer these days but, hear me out. Harmful chemicals and toxins are absorbed into the body and mess with our systems through our makeup, skincare, shampoos, body washes etc. Did you know that the harmful ingredients actually mess with our hormones???!! Now there is one thing I know being a woman, I DO NOT and repeat, DO NOT want anything else messing with my hormones! And if that means just switching my shampoo or a bar of soap, SIGN ME UP!

Consider this, here are a couple of videos from the website nature's knockout that talks about harmful ingredients found in some of our everyday products. AND why they largely affect our everyday health.

Enjoy:)

I will be doing a product review from my FAVORITE ECO-FRIENDLY STORE about how GREAT and AFFORDABLE their mineral makeup line is. Here is to happy hormones!!!!

Household Items Recalled for the Month of March

1. Kingsman Fireplaces Recalls Gas Fireplaces Due to Laceration Hazard
2. Lasko Recalls Box Fans Due To Fire Hazard
3. Scotch Corporation Recalls Instant Power Toilet Bowl Restorer
4. "Camp Nod" Lantern Nightlights Recalled Due to Shock and Fire Hazard; Sold Exclusively at The Land of Nod
5. Wall Mount Fireplaces Recalled by Southern Enterprises Due to Fire and Fall Hazards; Sold Exclusively by Home Shopping Network
6. Stanley Security Solutions Announces Recall of Door Locksets; Failure of Latches Could Lead to Entrapment in an Emergency
7. Global Industrial Recalls Workbench Components Due To Electrical Shock Hazard
8. Sunbeam Products Recalls Wine Openers Due to Laceration Hazard; Sold by QVC
9. Sanus Elements Surge Protectors Recalled by Milestone AV Technologies Due to Shock Hazard
10. IKEA Recalls Coffee/Tea Makers Due to Burn and Laceration Hazards
11. Liebherr Recalls Built-In Refrigerators Due to Injury Hazard; Door Can Detach
12. Burlington Coat Factory Recalls Slow Cookers Due to Fire Hazard
13. Lennox Hearth Products Recalls Natural Gas Log Set Burner Assemblies Due to Risk of Carbon Monoxide Poisoning
14. Tommy Bahama Recalls Mini-Tin Candle Travel Sets Due to Burn Hazards
15. FAB/Starpoint Recalls Circo Beaded Door Curtains Due to Risk of Strangulation; Sold Exclusively at Target

I will be updating recall information about every week from three categories Child/Infant Products, Household Items and Toys. These items are from the official US Consumer Product Safety Commission....I PROMISE!

Toy Recalls for the Month of March.

1. Kid O Products Recalls Wooden Puzzles Due to Choking Hazard
2. Manhattan Group Recalls Parents Wooden Activity Toys Due to Choking Hazard
3. Rattles Recalled by Rhino Toys Due to Choking Hazard

These items are from the US Consumer Product Safety Commission

Infant/Child Product Recalls for the Month of March

1. Second Infant Death Prompts Re-Announcement of Delta Enterprise "Safety Peg" Drop-Side Crib Recall to RepairGirls' Jeans for Toddlers Recalled by Parigi Due to Choking Hazard
2. Matilda Jane Recalls Girl's Chelsa Dress Due to Choking Hazard
3. Atico International USA Recalls Holiday Rattle Baby Slippers Due to Choking Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Walgreens
4. Children’s Hooded Sweatshirts with Drawstrings Recalled by Sunsations Due to Strangulation Hazard
5. Fun World Recalls Little Pet Vet and Dr. Littles Halloween Costumes with Toy Stethoscopes Due to Choking Hazard
6. AOSOM Recalls Wooden Playpens Due to Choking and Laceration Hazards
7. FAB/Starpoint Recalls Circo Beaded Door Curtains Due to Risk of Strangulation; Sold Exclusively at Target
8. Baby Jogger LLC Recalls Baby Jogger Jump Seats Due to Fall Hazard

These items are from the US Consumer Product Safety Commission.

Are Eco-Friendly/Kid Safe Products Affordable?

Ok, so I spent quite a bit of time on this to give you as much of an accurate comparison as possible:) There is actually a more "official" comparison from my favorite ECO-Friendly Store, just go here and I will give you more info! As you can see the ECO-Friendly Store is, for the most part, CHEAPER!!! Who knew?! Whenever I think of safer chemicals I think of expensive and ineffective. Sure they maybe good for the environment but, and this is a big but, if it's not going to protect my family from nasty germs and illnesses then NO THANK YOU!! (Bytheway, I will be doing an effectiveness post with pictures to prove it:) Can you feel my excitement through the computer? So, here is the "official" question: Is it possible to get the best of both worlds?

...drum roll please...

A resounding AB-SO-LUTE-LY!!!

I will also be comparing the effectiveness of the ECO-Friendly Store vrs. mainstream chemicals like windex, laundry detergent and such at a later date; Complete with pictures! Sure hope this is helpful and informative. Please let me know what you think, look forward to chatting. {If you Interested in buying these products, LET ME KNOW!}

Store	Wal-mart	ECO- Friendly Store	Amway	Shaklee
Laundry Detergent	TIDE: $17.97(90 loads)	ECOSENSE:  $15.99(96 loads)	LEGACY OF CLEAN: $28.20(100 loads)	GET CLEAN: $25.10(64 loads) (96 loads)=$37.65
Dryer Sheets	BOUNCE: '$6.12(160 ct) (160 ct.)= $6.12	ECOSENSE: $5.69(100 ct) (160 ct.)= $9.00	DRY CLEANER’S SECRET: $28.99 (20 ct)  (160 ct.)=$231.92	GET CLEAN: $10.15(80 ct) (160 ct.)=$17.38
Stain remover	SPRAY N’ WASH: $2.48 (30 fl oz)	ECOSENSE: $5.69 (32 fl oz)	CLASSIC LAUNDRY: $17.98 (26 fl oz)	__
Color booster	CLOROX 2:   $18.92 (96 loads)	ECOSENSE:  $13.99 (96 loads)	LEGACY OF CLEAN: $21.13 (100 LOADS)	NATURE BRIGHT: $23.25 (100 LOADS)
Dish Soap	DAWN:  $3.97 (38 fl oz)	ECOSENSE:   $3.74 (34 fl oz)	LEGACY OF CLEAN: $8.85 (33.8  fl oz)	GET CLEAN : $6.90 (16 oz) $13=(34 fl oz)
Dishwasher Detergent	CASCADE: $3.97 (15 loads?)	DIAMOND BRITE: $7.89 (25 loads)	LEGACY OF CLEAN: $9.65 (46 loads)	GET CLEAN:   $9.50 (48 LOADS)
All Purpose Cleaner	409: $1.98 (22 fl oz)	ECOSENSE: $5.69 (16 fl oz) (Makes 32 gallons) *$8.50=48 gallons	LEGACY OF CLEAN: $4.60 (32 fl oz)	GET CLEAN:  $10.35 (16 fl oz) (Makes 48 gallons)