Submitted by: Julia Fenster of The LOHASIAN.
Cosmetics That Are Actually Good For You (and Look Tasty Too!)
An Austin Texas based company named Gourmet Body Treats is making its own bit of history as possibly the first company in the cosmetics industry to become fully sustainable in both their products and packaging.
The company launched in 2000 and offers a wide array of vegan skin care and cosmetics products, all of which are free of animal or animal products, including insect products (no honey or beeswax) and algae and algae derivatives. The products are also free of parabens, dyes, sulfates, mineral oil, talc, petroleum or any other dangerous chemicals, and are packaged in small portions (in reusable containers) to avoid spoiling. The company also exemplifies its commitment to a consciousness centered business approach, by making a commitment to be entirely carbon neutral by 2010. All we can say is wow about their “good for you, good for earth” approach that hits high marks on every level of mindful business practices.
The Gourmet Body Treats announcement comes at an interesting time just as the cosmetics industry is beginning to recognize the economic impact of the natural and organic cosmetics lines, which now amounts to an impressive global market surpassing $7 billion a year (Organic Monitor). It’s finally becoming big business to simultaneously keep our faces, and the face of the planet, both beautiful and healthy.
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I work for an organic skin care company and am so excited to see so many companies committing to sustainability and environmentally ethical business practices. Congrats to this company and keep up the good work!
I have tried the lipstick and eyeliner. I am very pleased with the quality of the make-up. Other natural products I have tried lack in vivid color and consistency. These do not. I plan to order more in the near future. Don’t be afraid to try them!Oh, I really like the lipstick- it’s not too heavy, more like a deep colored lip balm that does not come off easily. Very impressive!