ll of us spend a lot a year on beauty products, but do we really appreciate the true cost of beauty? What is the whole truth about the beauty products we use or are we actively harming ourselves for the sake of vanity? Dawn Mellowship’s book, “Toxic Beauty” is a compelling and timely read, which provides the essential lowdown on those items we think ensure skin survival – when, Dawn says, quite the opposite is true. With quotes from leading experts in the field and straightforward, stress-free natural beauty tips, Toxic Beauty is a truly fascinating look at the beauty industry and will open your eyes to what is lurking in your makeup bag and bathroom cabinet. The book reveals key chemicals you should avoid; just how natural ‘organic’ beauty products really are and an alternative beauty guide on the best hair, skin, makeup and anti-ageing products available. We share here below Mellowship’s list of the top ten certified organic product ranges. Most of them are UK or US based – there’s also one Australian brand. The book was published in 2009 so it should be fairly up to date however we are sure it’s not exhaustive. All of the brands listed below are certified organic and some are 100% organic. In the US organic certification is awarded by the USDA (United States Department of Agriculture); in the UK the Soil Association is the main organic certifier as well as the BDAA (Biodynamic Agricultural Association).
1. Terressentails (USA) www.terressentials.com
2. Beyond Organic Skincare (UK) www.beyondskincare.co.uk
3. Eselle (UK) www.eselle.co.uk
4. Spiezia (UK) www.spieziaorganics.com
5. Balm Balm (UK) www.balmbalm.com
6. Dr Bronner’s (USA) www.drbronner.com
7. Nui (Australia) www.nuicoconut.com
8. Organic Blessings (USA) www.organic-blessings.com
9. Nature’s Paradise (USA) www.naturesparadiseorganics.com
10. Sensibility Soaps (USA) www.sensibilitysoaps.com
