When we think about buying organic items, our minds often jump to filling up our grocery carts with nutritious food. However, there exists a fascinating array of certified organic beauty products that you can find at natural health stores. Let’s explore this exciting realm together.
Why opt for organic in your bathroom?
It is illogical to consume organic food while neglecting the use of organic beauty products. Much like their food counterparts, organic beauty items are crafted without synthetic preservatives, chemicals, or genetically modified organisms. A common misconception is that numerous skin care ingredients do not penetrate our skin, but this is not the case.
Furthermore, the plants utilized in the production of personal care products—whether cotton, coconut, or chamomile—are crops akin to those used in our food. Utilizing organic farming practices leads to benefits for both the planet and the workers involved, conserving water, fostering vibrant ecosystems, minimizing pollution, safeguarding farmers’ health, and enhancing soil quality.
Certifications to look for
While different certifying organizations have varying standards, generally, a product labeled as “organic” in Canada must contain at least 95% ingredients grown without pesticides. If a product has between 70% and 94% certified organic ingredients, it can be labeled as “made with organic ingredients.”
It’s also important to note that not all products need to be 100% organic; some beneficial ingredients (like water) cannot receive organic certification.
Organic products worth exploring
Skin and hair care
From your daily shampoo to sunscreen, organic alternatives are widely available in natural health stores.
Cosmetics
If you enjoy makeup, you’ll be pleased to know that there are organic substitutes for conventional cosmetics. You can stock your beauty collection with items like lip gloss, bronzer, foundation, moisturizers, and mascara. Look for brands from Europe, Australia, and North America.
Feminine hygiene
There is a good selection of organic feminine hygiene products available. Discover your options at your favorite natural health retailer.
Baby and children’s products
Since babies and children are more vulnerable to toxins due to their developing bodies, organic options are essential. Look for organic diaper creams, wipes, shampoos, lotions, and more.
Accessories
The nonorganic cotton industry is highly polluting. Luckily, you can find organic cotton swabs, rounds, and balls in the body care sections of natural health retailers.
