About 9 months ago I joined Beautycounter as a consultant – I bought the products because they were safer, but I moved to a consultant role because of the way this company lives out its mission to get safer products into the hands of everyone.
What many folks have thought was a regulated industry in America, is not. During a hearing in December the founder of Beautycounter testified alongside FDA leaders to illuminate the lack of regulatory power the FDA currently holds.
And I’m not just talking about recalling a product that’s harmful the way they can with lettuce. I’m talking about their inability to restrict harmful chemicals that are known to have adverse effects from being included in skincare and cosmetic products.
If you want to get involved,
Text BETTERBEAUTY to 52886 and Beautycounter will guide you in sending an email to your representatives.
For a short clip on some of the initiatives Beautycounter has initiated around sourcing Mica (the stuff that makes you shimmer), click here.
And of course, our purchasing power speaks volumes, whether in this particular cause, or choosing to support your local small businesses amidst the Coronavirus precautions.
Leah Saieg 