So far I have somewhat paid attention to corporate links, but not really to brands' animal testing policies. Not enough. But now that I am blogging – that is, talking about and helping maybe people decide where to put their money – meaning – what kind of mindset and world to invest in, in the end – I cannot look past this topic.
In 21st century there is no excuse for companies to test on animals and no reason to buy products from companies that do test on animals, because there are plenty of animal- and environment-friendly alternatives available. Also, first, we should always think what we buy, and do we really need it. There is no point in hoarding stuff we are not going to use, and if you do not use it, consider giving it to someone else.
It can be debated whether grooming products are necessary at all, to what extent, and so on, and the environmental burden cosmetic industry is and as much of a beauty junkie I am, I always think twice before buying something.
We are responsible for our actions. Companies are responsible for their actions and policies and they need to listen to their customers. Nothing speaks (to them) like money does.
– Brands testing on animals
So sad to find some of my favourites like Rimmel, Revlon, OPI, Makeup Forever, MAC, Shisheido, Benefit, Bobbi Brown, Clinique, Crest, Eucerin, Chanel, Dior, YSL, Sephora, Estee Lauder in this list...
+ Cruelty-free brands
Yay for (example): Anastasia Beverly Hills, TheBalm, Beauty Blender, Couleur Caramel, EcoTools, E.L.F., Everyday Minerals, Hard Candy, Hourglass Cosmetics, Joe Blasco, Kat Von D, Klorane, Liz Earle, Makeup Geek, Manic Panic, NARS, NYX, Paul Mitchell, Physician’s Formula, Sonia Kashuk, Tarte, Too Faced, Urban Decay (the latter owned by L'Oreal but not selling in China).
16 August 2014
06 August 2014
Talk about hair
I decided to make a review on hair washing poducts, mainly because I just neeeed to share my favourites! To balance it, I add a few words about stuff I didn't like so much...
Simply divine. I like Davines' NouNou scent A LOT, it's not "chemical" at at all, it smells like something soft and caring and natural and earthly and fresh... it's a serious mood lifter for me :)
I've tried NouNou shampoo, conditioner and mask. The conditioner and mask have been my long time favourites and life savers. The shampoo is okay, but nothing spectacular - does the job and goes well with other products in the line :) I usually just buy the conditioner or the mask, and shampoo with something cheaper.
One time I accidentally bought MoMo conditioner and unfortunately, this was a total disappointment. MoMo is meant for dry and dehydrated hair (like mine), but for some reason it didn't work at all... So I guess it really depends.
The only thing with Davines is that their conditioners are not travel friendly so if you don't have much room in your luggage you have to find another, more suitable container for travelling. And if you do pack the whole thing, please make sure the lid is properly closed and packed or you it will flood your luggage... On the other hand this kind of design is that you can use up 100% of the product. And the bucket itself may serve you later as a handy thing to put your brushes or plants in or something ;)
+ smells good
+ you can get 100% of the product out of the shampoo bottle & conditioner/mask jar
– contains parabens
– contains sulphates
I have tried several of Paul Mitchell products - Original Avapuhi shampoo & conditioner, One shampoo, Detangler conditioner, Extra Body shampoo & conditioner, Platinum Blonde shampoo and their Super Skinny serum. Of these I have to say I loved the Avapuhi shampoo, Original conditioner (both smell like paradise) and Extra Body. I found all these made my hair feel better, softer, shinier and more managable. Extra Body does what it is supposed to - gives volume, and also makes my hair look & feel good, although the volume is only noticeable until the next day (but that is perhaps expected, my hair is very long and straight).
Super Skinny serum used to be a big hit a few years ago when all this hair oils craze started and I used to like it at first but then I discovered I'm using it more for the scent (it smells like sweet paradise) than the effect of it, so I ended up selling it.
+ does not test on animals
+ pretty good amount for the price, middle-range salon grade products
– pretty strong scents to them, you might not like 'em (which is interesting because I do not see parfum/fragnance listed in their ingredients on MakeUpAlley)
– contains parabens
– contains sulphates
True Hue
Their web page says it's "a gentle, sulfate free cleansing and conditioning system that prevents color fadage while leaving hair soft, manageable and shiny. True Hue shampoo cleanses away residue with a luxurious lather without stripping the hair of its natural moisture. True Hue conditioner improves the manageability and elasticity of hair, adds softness and slip and imparts a high degree of gloss and sheen while also protecting hair from UV and environmental aggressors."- I can agree with all that :) Kudos for being sulphate-free (y).
Smooth
"Soybean Extract, Silicone and Guar Gum work from the inside out and outside in, bonding to the structure of hair to strengthen and add protection and leaving hair silky smooth, superbly manageable and brilliant. Smooth shampoo cleanses, calms and softens unmanageable hair. Smooth conditioner replenishes and nurtures dried-out hair and restores its healthy, silky smooth texture."
+ does not test on animals
+ sulphate-free (and still lathering well)
Initially, I was going to mention Redken All Soft here which are great products, but after a little research I found out Redken belongs to L'Oreal and THEY TEST ON ANIMALS. Testing on animals is NOT ACCEPTABLE in the 21st century; I am very disappointed and I will not be buying their stuff again >:(
Davines NouNou
I've tried NouNou shampoo, conditioner and mask. The conditioner and mask have been my long time favourites and life savers. The shampoo is okay, but nothing spectacular - does the job and goes well with other products in the line :) I usually just buy the conditioner or the mask, and shampoo with something cheaper.
One time I accidentally bought MoMo conditioner and unfortunately, this was a total disappointment. MoMo is meant for dry and dehydrated hair (like mine), but for some reason it didn't work at all... So I guess it really depends.
The only thing with Davines is that their conditioners are not travel friendly so if you don't have much room in your luggage you have to find another, more suitable container for travelling. And if you do pack the whole thing, please make sure the lid is properly closed and packed or you it will flood your luggage... On the other hand this kind of design is that you can use up 100% of the product. And the bucket itself may serve you later as a handy thing to put your brushes or plants in or something ;)
Ingredients
Conditioner:+ smells good
+ you can get 100% of the product out of the shampoo bottle & conditioner/mask jar
– contains parabens
– contains sulphates
Paul Mitchell
I have tried several of Paul Mitchell products - Original Avapuhi shampoo & conditioner, One shampoo, Detangler conditioner, Extra Body shampoo & conditioner, Platinum Blonde shampoo and their Super Skinny serum. Of these I have to say I loved the Avapuhi shampoo, Original conditioner (both smell like paradise) and Extra Body. I found all these made my hair feel better, softer, shinier and more managable. Extra Body does what it is supposed to - gives volume, and also makes my hair look & feel good, although the volume is only noticeable until the next day (but that is perhaps expected, my hair is very long and straight).Super Skinny serum used to be a big hit a few years ago when all this hair oils craze started and I used to like it at first but then I discovered I'm using it more for the scent (it smells like sweet paradise) than the effect of it, so I ended up selling it.
+ does not test on animals
+ pretty good amount for the price, middle-range salon grade products
– pretty strong scents to them, you might not like 'em (which is interesting because I do not see parfum/fragnance listed in their ingredients on MakeUpAlley)
– contains parabens
– contains sulphates
Senscience
I have tried Senscience True Hue and Smooth shampoo & conditioner and gotta say they work great. If they weren't so expensive (18-22 € / 250-300 ml) I'd buy them more often.True Hue
Their web page says it's "a gentle, sulfate free cleansing and conditioning system that prevents color fadage while leaving hair soft, manageable and shiny. True Hue shampoo cleanses away residue with a luxurious lather without stripping the hair of its natural moisture. True Hue conditioner improves the manageability and elasticity of hair, adds softness and slip and imparts a high degree of gloss and sheen while also protecting hair from UV and environmental aggressors."- I can agree with all that :) Kudos for being sulphate-free (y).
Smooth
"Soybean Extract, Silicone and Guar Gum work from the inside out and outside in, bonding to the structure of hair to strengthen and add protection and leaving hair silky smooth, superbly manageable and brilliant. Smooth shampoo cleanses, calms and softens unmanageable hair. Smooth conditioner replenishes and nurtures dried-out hair and restores its healthy, silky smooth texture."
+ does not test on animals
+ sulphate-free (and still lathering well)
Initially, I was going to mention Redken All Soft here which are great products, but after a little research I found out Redken belongs to L'Oreal and THEY TEST ON ANIMALS. Testing on animals is NOT ACCEPTABLE in the 21st century; I am very disappointed and I will not be buying their stuff again >:(
03 August 2014
Getting back on track
Very characteristic of me to start something and leave it there after a while - as you can see my last post was in November last year, so it's been about 8 months! I am definitely not the most consistent of bloggers, and to be honest, my obsession with beauty & make-up is as inconsistent as my blogging habits - coming and going as waves. But I'm on the beauty wave again and willing to blog about it (yay)!
I have a bunch of stuff I have been thinking of making reviews on, so there is no shortage of the material at the moment. Also, I spent a small fortune online just these days and I'm really looking forward to when my orders arrive. In case you are wondering what is it I've ordered, here's the current list:
- Kat Von D Lock-It Foundation
- Too Faced Primed and Poreless Pressed Powder Foundation
- Beauty Blender
- IT Cosmetics brow pencil
- Nailtiques Formula 2 + Nailtiques Formula 2 Plus (which I have previously owned & used, will be making a post on these some day)
- Enrapture Amplify Jumbo Hair Waver
- Re-Gen Cream
All these (with the exception of the brow pencil) I have been thinking of getting for a long time now, so nothing was really bought on impulse. Whether these goods prove to be worthy of the money and the wait, will be another story and another post :)
I have also been thinking of making video reviews, but after a few trials I understood I have to either practice or leave it there, because I am horrible on screen and I'm not sure would it be better in terms of quality... Since I'm not living alone, making videos is a bit complicated as well (how do you explain people why are you talking to yourself in your room about brushes and sponges? :D) Well, we'll see.
I have a bunch of stuff I have been thinking of making reviews on, so there is no shortage of the material at the moment. Also, I spent a small fortune online just these days and I'm really looking forward to when my orders arrive. In case you are wondering what is it I've ordered, here's the current list:
- Kat Von D Lock-It Foundation
- Too Faced Primed and Poreless Pressed Powder Foundation
- Beauty Blender
- IT Cosmetics brow pencil
- Nailtiques Formula 2 + Nailtiques Formula 2 Plus (which I have previously owned & used, will be making a post on these some day)
- Enrapture Amplify Jumbo Hair Waver
- Re-Gen Cream
All these (with the exception of the brow pencil) I have been thinking of getting for a long time now, so nothing was really bought on impulse. Whether these goods prove to be worthy of the money and the wait, will be another story and another post :)
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| OMG the prettiest nail art ever! Picture from here |
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