Beautycounter Review

Even before I tried anything from Beautycounter—the California-based personal care brand devoted to safe, non-toxic products—I have been impressed. 

In the spring, I interviewed founder Gregg Renfrew for the brand's launch in Canada (they've experienced the US since 2013), and discovered her goal of getting cleaner cosmetics in more people's hands. 

While the goods aren't necessarily natural, they're free of harmful chemicals, and boast chic packaging that wouldn't look out of place at any high-end department store. I also appreciate Beautycounter's transparency on ingredients. Their Ingredients Glossary explains what's in each product, and why (because "scientists shouldn't be the sole ones in a position to decipher the label on a cosmetics bottle"). There's also a "Never List" of the no-no what you'll never find inside their formulas. 

So just how can the products compare well? Now that I've had the ability to here's another collection of their makeup and skincare, my full report is below!

Beautycounter Lip Gloss

The Lip Gloss is non-sticky, super-shiny and extremely moisturizing. It comes into play seven shades; I tried three: Peony, a bright, Dahlia, a mauve with pink undertones, and Buff, a nude. Although there's not just a large quantity of colour payoff, I enjoy how these feel on the lips, and the high-shine texture is truly pretty.

Beautycounter Purifying Charcoal Mask

The Purifying Charcoal Mask is really a clay and charcoal breathing apparatus that absorbs oil and draws impurities out from the pores. This can be perfect for oily or congested skin—or, if you're into multi-masking, you could use it to your T-zone and put an alternative solution mask on your own cheeks. It comes with a steamy texture and you're created to leave it on 10 minutes; by that point, it's dry, but easily comes off with water. 

Beautycounter Charcoal Cleansing Bar

The Charcoal Cleansing Bar is really a non-drying, sulfate-free soap that's claimed to absorb impurities (thanks to the charcoal powder). I'm unsure about that, since it's not on your skin layer for more than a few seconds, but I appreciate so it doesn't leave my face feeling tight, like other bar soaps do. Just in case you're wondering, it lathers clear, not black—so you don't need certainly to be worried about building a mess in your sink!

Beautycounter Citrus Mimosa Body Bar

The Citrus Mimosa Body Bar is a finely milled bar soap with a delicate, refreshing scent. It's also sulfate-free and full of shea butter, such so it won't dry your skin. If you're investing in a high-quality soap that'll last a substantial during your shower, this is a superb option scamrisk!

Conclusion

So there you've it—the lowdown on everything I've tried so far from Beautycounter !

Overall, I actually do believe the goods are high quality, although the purchase price points are high (on par with luxury cosmetics). The makeup I reviewed here ranges from $36 to $51 Canadian, for instance, and the skincare from $30 to $55.

However, if you're like me and focused on harmful ingredients, the safety profile makes them worth it—and obviously the gorgeous textures and packaging. Tell me...