5 Non-Toxic Products For Moms
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Here Are 5 Of The Best
Non-Toxic Beauty Products
For Moms
Earlier I wrote a post called 30 Minimalist Challenges for Moms and in that post, I suggested that you take a few minutes and get rid of items you haven't used and that aren't good for you.
A couple of years ago when I was trying to get pregnant I actually threw everything out and did some research on the products I was using and what to replace them with. These are the non-toxic daily beauty products I use that will get you started on a minimalist and healthy beauty regime.
They are free of these harmful ingredients: triclosan, SLS, formaldehyde, parabens, unnatural fragrance, and many more. If you would like to learn more about these toxic ingredients, the Huffington Post has a very informative article about them.
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Non-toxic Body Wash
You can't lose by using Dr. Bronner's Pure Castile Liquid Soap. It is 100% certified organic, comes in a recycled container and best of all it's all-natural. There are none of those toxic ingredients mentioned above. It would leaves a film on your skin, it will last for a couple of months (dilute in water) and the best thing about it is perfectly safe to use on babies and children. You can choose from the unscented Dr. Bronner's soap to other non-toxic natural scents such as peppermint, citrus, and other scents. I switched to the unscented baby liquid soap after becoming pregnant and we all use it. I actually use it as a shampoo for my daughter, to shave my legs, and use it as a natural cleaner on surfaces. One thing to remember is to dilute it with water. You can also buy the 4 oz. bottles. Finish it out and after it's gone refill have with water and half with liquid soap. It will last for a while.
Non-Fluoride Tooth Paste
Another item we use every day and actually more than once a day is a toothpaste. You may think that there isn't anything wrong with toothpaste but the U.S. toothpaste contain fluoride, silica, and other substances that can be too harsh for teeth and not to mention if it goes into your bloodstream. I know most people, especially dentists believe that fluoride is the best thing ever. So my saying to avoid fluoride toothpaste might be a hard pill to swallow. It's already in our drinking water so why do we need any more? And why would you want to give something to your child or your family that has a warning label? If you would like to read more about fluoride, check out this website. This toothpaste is made of aloe vera, tea tree oil, and other natural ingredients. I’m currently using HELLO toothpaste. Now, if you want to whiten your teeth you can use activated charcoal which is easy to use and not expensive at all. All you need to do is wet your toothbrush and open one tablet on your brush and brush away.
Natural Deodorant
I finally came to change my deodorant after having several miscarriages. This was the one thing I really didn't want to change since the deodorant I was using was working so well and had been used for over 35 years. But it wasn't a natural or chemical-free deodorant. Just the thought of all those non-safe ingredients being used on my defenseless armpits makes me cringe now. First I tried a natural deodorant that I found on Etsy, but I didn't like the texture. Then I found this [stone natural deodorant][0]. The odd thing about this deodorant is that you have to get the top before putting it on but it does work. Now, what do I mean by "work"? Well, you probably won't get stinky but it won't stop you from getting wet pits...armpits that are. It's just a small price to pay to have those pits chemical-free!
100% Natural Face Moisturizer
Before I started on my chemical-free beauty regime journey, I was using Ponds moisturizer and a Neutrogena makeup remover. I had been using Ponds since I was a teenager and even my mother used them. Except for the fragrance, Ponds Cold Cream wasn't completely bad but I was in search of something completely natural with one ingredient to use as a moisturizer. How hard could it be to find that product? It turned out that it was pretty easy! I first tried organic coconut oil but the problem with that was that I really didn't want to smell like a coconut all day. Then I found Argan Oil. I had never heard of it. I quickly purchased some and loved them. Sure, after you put it on your face you will look like you fell into a tub of oil but after a couple of minutes, it soaks in you don't look oily at all. This is the one I currently use, [Kate Blanc Certified Organic Argan Oil][1] Besides using it as a moisturizer I also use it to remove the little makeup I wear. Other uses include cuticle moisturizer, hair repair, and dry skin.
If you have never heard of argan oil, no worries. I had not either. Argan oil comes from kernels of the argan tree which is originally from Morocco. Besides having used argan oil in cosmetics, Moroccans also use it in their food to add flavor to their salads and pasta and use bread dipping oil.
Paraben and Phthalate Free Shampoo
When it came to washing my hair which I only do two to three times a week, I wanted to use a shampoo that was paraben, phthalate, and synthetic fragrance-free. After researching and reading a lot of shampoo labels I came across this one, Acure Argan Oil Shampoo. Besides not having those specific items mentioned previously, it is also sulfate-free, cruelty-free, and 100% biodegradable. You can't lose with this shampoo and if you have colored hair it is also color-safe.
So here you have it! There are so many ways to live a minimalist and toxic-free life. This is just a small start that can make a great impact in the long run but most importantly it can make an impact in the short run on those precious eggs we carry. So if you are trying to get pregnant or just want some chemical-free products try these! I promise you that you will LOVE them! Let me know what you think in the comments below and sign up for my email list for future posts!
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