Teenage Angst
Date: August 14, 2007 | Category: Beauty, Teens for Safe Cosmetics
In a time when the ingredient list on a single cosmetic may contain hundreds of unrecognizable technical names, some people are recognizing that what we put on our skin is almost as important as what we put into our mouths, since 60% of what we slather on us gets absorbed! And what are these people doing about it? Well, the Teens For Safe Cosmetics is a coalition of young, passionate women working to raise awareness about the potentially toxic ingredients in products that can be linked to any number of health risks. These millennials (supported by chemists and seasoned activists) are educating consumers, especially teen girls who use on average 15-25 products a day containing around 200 chemicals. This passionate group is advocating to eliminate harmful ingredients and empowering the community with greener alternatives. Go girls…and boys! Burt’s Bees has also launched an initiative. They’re fed up with all these products claiming they’re “natural” when in fact they are far from, and they’re even more enraged that no regulations exist for companies labeling their products “natural.” The result is Burt’s Bill for Setting the Natural Standard, a call to rally support and create industry backing for standards. Sign Burt’s Bill here and show your support. Ecofabulous will be adding a Safe Cosmetic Approved moniker to items that gain this cadre’s respect, so keep your long-lashed eyes peeled.
Comments
Vicki Neiman
Date: September 1st, 2007 at 9:15 am
I, too, am concerned with the dangerous products most teens and adults use on their bodies. Educating my grand daughter and her friends on just the safety of the “junk” they slather on is a full-time job.
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Crystal
Date: November 8th, 2007 at 11:58 am
I think these girls are truly inspiring. I think it is important for all of us to be aware of what we put on our skin and how it affects our health.
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