Today marks the 40th anniversary of Earth Day! Did you know…
• we started recognizing this day of awareness to protect the earth’s environment back in 1970?
• Earth Day is recognized in the Northern Hemisphere in the spring, while the Southern Hemisphere observes it in the fall?
• Earth Day was founded by a U.S. Senator? (Gaylord Nelson)
• it’s purpose is to raise awareness and encourage environmentally responsible behaviors like recycling, reducing or reusing disposable items, and being more energy efficient?
In observance, check out few beauty products that will help make every day Earth Day!
Privé Concept Vert Rejuvenating Pure Shampoo & Conditioner
Arguably the COOLEST shampoo & conditioner I’ve ever used, both formulas are extremely concentrated and dispensed from aluminum cans with air-power technology. This benefits the earth (and you!) in many ways. For starters: 6.7 fl. oz. actually yields an entire 13 fl. oz. bottle of shampoo & conditioner as it expands (similar to shaving cream) into a rich and creamy foam, it’s an environmentally responsible product since it weighs less but delivers more product–cutting down on emissions during shipping to retailers, the cans will be accepted back at the salon for reuse (or you can recycle them at a local facility), the formulas contain more than 50% of ingredients derived replenishable sources, and contain zero parabens or sulfates along with a long list of other undesirable additives! As if that weren’t enough, both products deliver gorgeous results and smell incredible.
EcoTools by Alicia Silverstone 5-piece Brush Set
This great set contains four high-quality cruelty-free makeup brushes with a natural hemp carrying case at an affordable price! With sustainable bamboo handles and recycled aluminum ferrules, makeup brushes have never been more earth-friendly.
These creamy lipsticks are housed in biodegradable tubes made entirely from corn and are ECOCERT certified! Formulated with a botanical base and enriched with natural vitamins, minerals, and anti-oxidants–lipstick doesn’t get any prettier than this!
LaVanila Laboratories The Healthy Fragrance Mini Roller-Ball Set
100% natural, these healthy vanilla-bean based fragrances are both luxurious and good for you! No parabens, sulfates, synthetic fragrances, or petro-chemicals make this an environmentally responsible beauty choice. Set contains Vanilla Coconut, Pure Vanilla, Vanilla Grapefruit, and Vanilla Lavender.
Pure & Natural Hypo-Allergenic Hand Wash & Body Wash
Derived from 94% natural origin, Pure & Natural’s biodegradable hand and body washes are gentle on the skin and the planet. Their fragrances are delicious: Almond Oil & Cherry Blossom, Grapefruit & Pomegranate, Rosemary & Mint, and Oatmeal & Shea Butter satisfy the senses. In addition, Pure & Natural makes an annual contribution to the World Wildlife Fund of at least $100,000 to protect the environment that our furry wild animal friends call their home.
Made from 93% recycled material, choose a reusable toothbrush handle and replace only the head for less waste. I love the handle made from US dollar bills! Also available in recycled wood or flax, all are blended with recycled polypropylene resulting in a bio-plastic that is 100% renewable or recyclable.
I hope these Earth Day choices gave you some simple ways you can help eliminate waste. And don’t forget to take an empty beauty product container to your local Origins counter today (4/22) to score your free full-size facial cleanser! They’ll take care of the recycling part for you… now there’s not excuse to do at least one earth-friendly thing today.
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I love love love the LaVanila products! I have the original vanilla perfume, as well as my new love, vanilla coconut. They smell so good and the scents really last. Plus, I have allergies, and these products do not bother them in the slightest, where other perfumes do.