Few months ago, I ran into my colleagues blog. After knowing how quick our skin absorbs anything we put on it, I told myself I should start reading the labels and not just rely on the brand. So, I decided to replace every commercial beauty product in my bathroom and vanity. It's not as easy as 1-2-3, I did it gradually.
How I ditched commercial stuff for good
My first step to going all natural/organic was to replace my bathroom essentials. It was quite easy to look for natural shampoo, conditioner and soap (and lotion) since I normally rotate and try new brands one after the other.
I reviewed my routine and made a checklist of products to replace. Good thing almost all of my commercial beauty products are almost empty and I didn't have a difficult time throwing them away.
Then I took a close look at my beauty regimen and listed down what needs to be replaced. I also included products I use for my family.
Here's a sample of my checklist:
Bath
-shampoo
-conditioner
-body soap
-feminine wash
Face & Body Care
-facial wash
-toner
-moisturizer
-lotion
-deodorant
Makeup
-face powder
-blush on
-lipstick
-lip balm
Family
-shampoo
-body soap
-lotion
-toothpaste
-soothing balm
It's quite a long list, but after about 3 months of using natural beauty products, I felt the difference on my skin. Even my family loved the products and are really excited to try other variants and brands of all-natural products.
How I ditched commercial stuff for good
My first step to going all natural/organic was to replace my bathroom essentials. It was quite easy to look for natural shampoo, conditioner and soap (and lotion) since I normally rotate and try new brands one after the other.
I reviewed my routine and made a checklist of products to replace. Good thing almost all of my commercial beauty products are almost empty and I didn't have a difficult time throwing them away.
Then I took a close look at my beauty regimen and listed down what needs to be replaced. I also included products I use for my family.
Here's a sample of my checklist:
Bath
-shampoo
-conditioner
-body soap
-feminine wash
Face & Body Care
-facial wash
-toner
-moisturizer
-lotion
-deodorant
Makeup
-face powder
-blush on
-lipstick
-lip balm
Family
-shampoo
-body soap
-lotion
-toothpaste
-soothing balm
It's quite a long list, but after about 3 months of using natural beauty products, I felt the difference on my skin. Even my family loved the products and are really excited to try other variants and brands of all-natural products.
Some of my haul I bought from Human Heart Nature