Did you know that your deodorant/antiperspirant contains aluminum? Did you know that this active ingredient can hazardous to your health? Deodorants contain varying percentages of aluminum (averaging between 17-20%) in order to work as an antiperspirant, in order to diminish and block sweat from coming through your skin.
However, aluminum is linked to increasing the risk for Alzheimer’s, brain and respiratory disorders, along with cancer. In addition, these deodorants are designed to be absorbed by the skin meaning that the compounds are being absorbed directly into your body – yikes! If you’d like to find some aluminum free deodorant options to try, we’ve got you covered! See below for five options that you can easily purchase – and apply!
1. Tom’s of Maine Natural Long-Lasting Aluminum-Free Deodorant Stick– Tom’s of Maine is one of the more popular brands in the natural care market, and at around $5, this deodorant goes on clear, controls odor and works as an antiperspirant. It is also available in a variety of scents including apricot, lavender and honeysuckle rose.
2. Lavanila The Healthy Deodorant – Lavanila is a more expensive option ($18) and is available at Sephora and the brand’s website, lavanilla.com. This all natural deodorant is completely free of chemicals and comes in a a selection of scents. It is long-lasting and protects against odor but also has soothing properties via essential oils and anti-oxidants.
You can never get enough of small, gifty items for the holidays (and you know, keep a few for yourself too). We’ve assembled some great picks that we’re sure will work out splendidly for the gift recipient, with a million thank-yous headed your way for being such a darn good gift-giver!Avon Makeup Palettes
Packaged in a gorgeous holiday enclosure, Avon has some fantastic palette options that are available in lip glosses, eye shadows, or a combo of the both. Our favorite is the is ‘warm’ hued Avon Pocket Mini Palette $8.99, with rich and vibrant shades perfect for the everyday, along with the holiday party nights.
Sally Hansen Gel Nails At-Home Gel Manicure System
A manicure that lasts, and lasts, and lasts is every gal’s dream come true. Do it from the comfort of home, with Sally Hansen’s new kits. Choose from the Insta Gel Strips Starter Kit ($27.99) or the Pro Gel Kit ($64.99), which come with an LED Light to dry and the tools needed to get a perfect mani every single time. Check out the video above for application and removal tips and trick, and get ready to create a great manicure that will certainly save a ton of time and money.
Phyto Hair Care
I love when I get something as a stocking stuffer that I actually really need, and toiletries is always one the list. Phyto makes amazing botanical, natural hair care products for men, women, and children, and have designed incredibly artful shampoo bottles, featuring the brand’s signature leaf motif. These are absolutely stunning to look at, and work extra hard to aid in whatever hair need or concern one may have. I’m addicted to the phytopanama+ shampoo (pictured), and there are plenty of other options such as shampoos for volume, greys, color-treated hair, dandruff, dryness, and more.
Clinique Gift Sets for Men and Women
Who doesn’t love Clinique? It’s such a GREAT brand, and with Gift Sets for holiday 2012 starting at $29.50, everyone can indulge in a handful of great products.Lashes Top to Bottom, $29.50, includes five fabulous mini mascaras (pictured), while the Whole Lotta Colour, $34.50 provides five mini Chubby Sticks — one of the most popular items in beauty as of late. Shop the Great Skin for Him or Happy for Him sets for men, or make your own holiday and ornament boxes (priced from $30 to $100+) filled with skin care and makeup items of your choosing.
LUSH Fresh Handmade Cosmetics
Lush sure knows how to do holiday beauty right; infusing fun and holiday-specific aromas, who wouldn’t want a holiday-specific bath bomb or soap? Favorites include the North Pole Soap, a dual, yummy mix of cocoa absolute and peppermint in the pink color with cedarwood and cypress in the white ($6.95 for the 3.5 oz cut of soap). Also of note is Mr Punch Soap, which literally looks like a fruity punch bowl with notes of juniper berry oil, blackcurrant absolute, lime oil and actually a bit of gin! Last, we can’t forget the So White Bath Bomb, which resembles a snowball but once it begins to melt, shows its apple-scented pink core.
First there were the BB Creams (beauty balm), and now, people have been talking about the latest skincare development that goes one treatment step further – addressing the concerns of mature skin. Using a Color Corrective Cream, or CC cream/moisturizer, you’ll get the light coverage you need, in addition to corrective measures to fight aging, which includes uneven tone, age spots, and wrinkles. With the launch of Olay Total Effects 7 in One Tone Correcting Moisturizer with Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 15 , about $20, it’s easy to pick up a bottle at any mass or drug retailer and experience the light-weight, age-fighting formula at a price your wallet won’t mind. Continue reading…
[Image by Julia DiNardo; backstage at the Betsey Johnson Spring 2013 show]
Of course you have your eyeliner, eyeshadow, and mascara, application routine down pat but what about adding an eye primer into the mix? Like any kind of primer, eyelid-specific primer is used as a base layer for your eyeshadow to make sure it stays put and looks fresh all day long. Similar to concealer most brands offer a selection of hues that you can select for the eyelid primer based on a match for your skin type, while others have an all-encompassing shade that works well on a variety of skin types and shades.. The real difficulty comes down to finding one that works for you, at a price point you’re willing to do. Dont worry, we are here to help! Selected below are top picks that will give you the ultimate bang for your buck.
e.l.f. (eyeslipsface) is a good, inexpensive option that you will love to keep in your beauty armada. The e.l.f. Essential Eyelid Primer costs just $1, and comes in four shade options; several of them have some shimmer to them, hence clear is our absolute, versatile, favorite. The e.l.f. Mineral Eyeshadow Primer, $3, is 100% mineral based with no parabens, preservatives, or chemical dyes, available in two shades (sheer or blush), and is an important tool to keep mineral eyeshadow, which is known to quickly fade, in place all day long.
NARS Cosmeticsis a favorite over here at FPD, so the brand’s Smudge Proof Eyeshadow Base is constantly in-hand! It has a slightly thicker, but still lightweight, translucent consistency that is perfect of keeping eyeshadow from creaseing and smudging. Plus, the product uses polymer and mineral power to cling to color and reduce blemishes. At $24 it is a bit more of an investment, but trust us; it’s worth it for a long-lasting look.
bareMinerals Prime Time Eyelid Primer,$18, not only helps preserve your eye makeup, but also gives your eyes a little highlighting action. You can choose between a gold or pearl sheen to revamp your color, whether you choose to wear it with or without eyeshadow. The product is, of course, made with 100% bare minerals and vitamins, so it is great for sensitive skin too.
LORAC Behind The Scenes Eye Primer, $21, takes a slightly different approach; first, it is packaged in a slanted tube rather than a footed wand, so you apply it directly to the lid for a clean and controlled application. It is also made without oils, fragrances, dyes, and parabens, meaning it is absolutely ideal for those with skin issues.
Urban Decay’s Eyeshadow Primer Potion Tube, $20, produces a primer that comes in a variety of colors from shimmery gold and sheer nude to matte tawny. Depending on your style and outing, Urban Decay is sure to have a primer to match. The product is also meant to be multipurpose, used as a brow bone or inner eye highlighter.
