Aleavia Skin Care Review by theorganicbunny on March 18, 2015April 9, 2019 For as long as I can remember I have had problems finding a shampoo that did not leave my scalp itchy and irritated. I always thought that it was something I was eating, but after reading more about what is in my beauty products, I realized that it was definitely an ingredient in my shampoo that was causing my irritation. Because I love/want/need a good lathering shampoo, I was sad to learn that what allows my favorite Acure Organics shampoo to lather, Sodium Lauroyl Methyl Isethionate, actually could be the cause of my scalp irritation. While the Sodium Lauroyl Methyl Isethionate in Acure Organics shampoo is naturally derived from coconuts, because of the high amounts, it can pose a threat to those with a sensitive scalp. The risks associated with this ingredient are low, the only issue really being that it is a detergent that can irritate sensitive scalps causing scalp psoriasis or eczema. If you do have a sensitive scalp, check your shampoo for Sodium Lauryl Sulfate or Sodium Lauroyl Methyl Isethionate, as either could be the cause of your irritation. So now that we are all having to ditch all our old shampoos, what should we use instead? Well, for a while I didn’t have a solution. I would simply use less of the shampoo on my scalp and hope for the best, which never worked. And then it happened, I came across an organic line called Aleavia which claimed to be 100% organic, prebiotic and known for it’s amazing ability to clear up acne, rosacea, eczema, dry skin and psoriasis, all while helping balance your skin’s PH level. Read More
Stinkbug Naturals Deodorant Review by theorganicbunny on March 13, 2015April 9, 2019 So far, my quest to rid my life of toxic products has been smooth sailing. I have easily swapped out all of my makeup, skin care, self-tanners, and perfumes, but one product that seemed to be the hardest to replace was my deodorant. After scanning my current Secret deodorant on the Think Dirty app and learning it was a filthy 9/10, I knew it had to go. What’s Hiding in Secret Deodorant? Fragrances- A combination of over 3,000 fragrances are added to deodorants to give them a pleasant smell, however, these harsh synthetic fragrances can cause hormone disruption and severe allergic reactions. Talc- This is a hydrated magnesium silicate made to absorb, with ties to respiratory problems, skin allergies, and possible ovarian cancer. While the FDA claims Talc is safe, because deodorant enters into your sweat glands quickly, I do not want to risk using Talc in this area. Petrolatum- This is a mineral jelly used as a barrier to lock moisture in the skin, but because it comes from crude oil, it can be known to cause mild irritation, itchiness and is considered a possible carcinogen. Aluminum- This is in almost all deodorants, serving as an antiperspirant, astringent, and deodorant. The aluminum compound forms a temporary plug within the sweat duct that stops the flow of sweat to the skin’s surface. Some research suggests that aluminum-based compounds, which are applied frequently and left on the skin near the breast, may be absorbed by the skin and cause estrogen-like hormonal effects. Because estrogen has the ability to promote the growth of breast cancer cells, some scientists have suggested that the aluminum-based compounds in antiperspirants may contribute to the development of breast cancer. Behenyl Alcohol- This is added to keep formulas from separating while also keeping moisture locked into the skin. This is not a carcinogen, but it has been linked to skin irritation. Read More
Chocolate Sun Organic Sunless Tanner Review by theorganicbunny on March 13, 2015April 1, 2024 There is nothing I love more than a fresh sunless tan, which is why every time I come across a new one, I gotta try it out. I recently learned about Chocolate Sun, an organic sunless tanning line, so I did what I do best and ordered a few online to review for you all. Considering I am an avid sunless tanner, I can easily tell a good tan from a bad tan and do have pretty high standards when it comes to the perfect tan. It has to be the perfect glowy bronze color, it can’t smell much and it has to apply easily all while holding up at least a week. So, how did the Chocolate Sun Organic Sunless Tanner hold up? Check out my start to finish Chocolate Sun experience below. How to Apply a Sunless Tanning Lotion- Before I applied this sunless tanning lotion, I exfoliated my skin entirely with an exfoliating glove and my TASTYFACE Organics Tangerine Exfoliant. You always want to apply your tanning lotion on fresh, smooth skin. If you have any dry patches, make sure you exfoliate them all off prior to your tanning. Once I had smooth, clean skin, I applied the Chocolate Sun Cocoa Glow tanning lotion to one section of my body at a time to ensure even application. Start with your ankle and work your way up to your knee, rubbing the lotion in entirely. Once that section is done, move up to your knee to the thigh and so on, until your entire body is covered. I let the tan dry and then went to bed with it on me so it could really saturate. You definitely want to let this sit on your skin for a good 7-9 hours for the best results. Read More
