The Switch

In the beginning I started out having essential oils for a defuser, & a newfound knowledge that what I was putting on my body was just as important. So where do you start! I found some apps that educated me about the little nasties in my products & suggest healthier alternatives. Since I have come a little farther in my organic journey I don't use them as often but if you are just starting out I recommend trying them. 
 Environmental Working Group Healthy Living & Think Dirty are the two I downloaded.  These apps rate each individual ingredient in each item 0-10, as well as green, yellow, or red. Then that product has an overall rating as to how safe & healthy it is. I have enjoyed using both of these.
So I became that person... scanning barcodes in stores. I got a lot of questionable looks! If the product wasn't rated a green 0-2 I didn't purchase it. This method however was just my way of being more conscious about product ingredients. No matter what your first step is the end goal is to be healthier & happier! Today I have the first organic products that I ever purchased. I found these items  at my local Whole Foods, or Target. I have since then branched out to other brands that are available online. You can never go wrong with starting local though.

 https://www.sheamoisture.com
From left to right: Shea Moisture Strengthen Grow & Restore Shampoo,  Shea Moisture Moisture Retention Shampoo, Shea Moisture Intensive Hydration Conditioner, The Honest Co. conditioning detangler, & Nubian Heat Protect Keratin Spray. 

 I highly recommend trying out Shea Moisture! This is the first organic shampoo that I switched too. The company has great prices and is cruelty free, certified organic fair trade, & sustainably produced. Also 10% of Community Commerce sales go to women-led businesses! They also have makeup and other beauty products.  

https://www.acureorganics.com
https://shop.drbronner.com
From left to right:  Coconut Merchant coconut oil, Dr. Bronner's Castile soap in 
tea tree, Acure brightening facial scrub, Acure facial cleansing creme

Coconut oil is one of my favorite things about going organic. I have dry sensitive skin & taking off my makeup pre-organic life was terrible. Everything I used stung my eyes and made my skin even dryer! I know that every blog or youtube video praises coconut oil so you're probably sick of it. It's rated 4 on the comedogenicity scale, so it doesn't work for everyone. Some great alternative oils to use are Jojoba or Sweet Almond. 
I bought Dr. Bronner's castile soap for recipes & as my body wash.  I have the Tea Tree & Peppermint scents! I've switched to a different body wash from Shea Moisture but still think this brand is great.
 Lastly, Acure is another brand that I recommend trying out. It's a family owned sustainable company with awesome prices. They are cruelty free & their products are free of gluten, parabens, sulfates, phthalates, toxic preservatives, & artificial colors.  This is the first facial scrub & cleanser I switched to & I love it! They have shampoo, conditioner, body wash & lotion as well. I'm looking forward to trying out their sensitive skin facial cleanser in the future.

 I hope you've enjoyed this post & that it inspires you to find some great brands that will work for you. What starter brands did you enjoy the most when switching? I have some great nerdy post planned so stay tuned!



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