What’s Behind the Brand Names? (Natural Skin Care Preservatives, Part 2)
posted by hopealso | July 24th, 2008 in Green Living
More and more companies are producing natural skin care products. What do natural brands use to preserve their beauty products? I surveyed major brands to get a comparison of the preservatives used…
A Guide to Natural Skin Care Preservatives, Part 1
posted by hopealso | June 12th, 2008 in Green Living, Natural Parenting
Natural products based on plant-based ingredients attempt to circumvent the use of synthetic preservatives, but there is a limit to what they can accomplish effectively. In Part 1 of this guide, I provide an overview of “what you need to know” about preservatives in personal care products, as well as methods for “do-it-yourselfers”.
Water vs. Oil in Preserving Homemade Skin Care Products
posted by hopealso | May 31st, 2008 in Green Living, Natural Parenting
Here’s some useful information that clarifies the distinction between preserving water-based vs. oil-based skin care products, including some tips on how to use this difference to avoid worrisome preservatives…