Nowadays, we have to choose from among a great variety of beauty products, which only makes it harder for us to decide which ones are right for us. But of course, it’s one challenge that we will always be happy to take. And it all starts with being a wise, informed shopper.
The following are tips for choosing effective, affordable, and most importantly, safe beauty products:
Brands make a difference.
You will find tons of beauty products sold online today, most especially in social media sites like Facebook, Instagram, etc. But without a doubt, these products will not all be right for you. There are different manufacturers using different product ingredients. Buying established brands is a good way to keep safe. If you think the cost will be too high, take note that you that when you talk about beauty products, you always get what you pay for.
Do your homework.
Before buying any particular product, take time to know more about it. What are the substances it is made of? Don’t believe great reviews right off the bat, especially if you read them on a sketchy website. Even good comments on social media should be taken with a grain of salt. Perhaps the most important thing to consider is the reputation of this company that manufactured the product.
Choose clinically tested products.
This is particularly important if you have sensitive skin. Always choose a clinically tested product that has been proven safe for the skin while providing their intended effects. This should be easy to know if you take time to just check it out!
Know the terms.
At first, you’ll deal with some tongue-twisting with terms such as isopropylparaben or methylchloroisothiazolinone, but you’ll get the hang of it in no time. The idea is to know what exactly you’re buying. For instance, if you usually develop a hypersensitivity reaction to artificial scents, don’t pick a product that contains phthalates.
Self-test the product.
If you’ve been using mostly unhealthy products in the past, you can still develop an adverse reaction to non-toxic ones. That’s why you need to actually test these products on yourself, which is quite easy to do. Just apply a reasonable amount of 8the product on your skin, and see if there are any reactions within a 24-hour period. And even if a certain product has been clinically tested, it is still not guaranteed safe for you.
Speak to an expert.
If you’re still not confident about the information you’ve gathered on your own, consult a dermatologist and ask for advice. Nothing wrong with admitting that you need somebody’s help.