There’s this annoying myth floating around in the beauty industry that really gets under my skin – the idea that the more scientific lingo you find in your skincare product’s ingredients list, the better it is. Not so!
What Big Pharma (since many brands are now owned by the pharmaceutical industry) wants us to believe: Piling on a ton of fancy-sounding synthetic stuff will magically make you look forever young. Trust me, it’s not the skincare secret it’s cracked up to be.
Let’s talk truth: Many ingredients in our skincare are derived from petrochemicals. Not a great idea for our skin or our health. In my three decades in the beauty business, I’ve witnessed a shift towards profit over health, and it’s not doing us any favours. Cheaper, harmful ingredients are doing a number on our skin and, surprise, AGEING US FASTER!!!
I’ve been around the block in the beauty industry, and I’ve seen the rise of synthetic ingredients first-hand. They might promise the world, but they often deliver more problems than solutions, e.g., acne treatments. Been there, done that.
It’s called the beauty industry, but there are aspects of this business that are far from beautiful…. Let’s face a few facts:
Where and when you can I recommend that you opt for products with 100% plant-derived ingredients. My personal choice is Tropic Skincare, these clean, plant-based, vegan, and 100% natural skincare products not only nourish the skin but also steer clear of harmful chemicals, toxins, and fillers. What’s more, their commitment to sustainability means recyclable packaging and ethical manufacturing right here in the UK
If you want to know more about what you are using on your skin, then please reach out, and we can have a chat.
So, here’s to healthier, happier skin – because why let Big Pharma have all the fun, right?
If you want to re-vamp your skincare regime then feel free to download my ‘Skin Cycling Guide’. This information packed PDF will show you how to get the best results from you skincare.