I want to restock with no-nasties toiletries

beautyscientist

Jacks_xxx wrote: »

No, I just know more about this than you do, evidently.

I like truth, honesty, facts and transparency. I prefer information presented as fact to be correct, and not just opinion or carefully phrased weasel words.

For example: When companies say "We don't do animal testing" they often mean "We get someone else to do it for us" so I always verify the information rather than just swallow what I'm told.

I would have thought you would have liked that beautyscientist. Isn't that what science is all about?

Science certainly is about truth, honesty, facts and transparency, and admitting you have got something wrong. It is customary to be a little graceful when someone has confessed to an error as well. I am not sure why you phrased it as if I would in some way not agree with it?

I would be interested in hearing which company said they didn't do animal testing while actually subcontracting the work out. PM me if you don't want to be public about it. I like to verify things too, and that is a very interesting story.

If anyone really mistrusts animal testing claims there is a certification scheme run by the Vegetarian Society. They regularly inspect suppliers that they approve. I have managed a lab that was inspected so I can confirm that they are very thorough. Approved products have their logo on them and several brands you can buy in supermarkets are approved.

Jacks_xxx

sunshineyday wrote: »

Tara Smith straight away conditioner is free from parabens, sles, glycols, phthalates, pegs, artificial colourings, synthetic fragrance and animal derivatives. It is not tested on animals and is approved by the vegan society.

I picked this up last month on the clearance shelf in Tesco for £2.42 (it can also be bought online in various sites for £4.99). I cannot praise this conditioner enough, I have hair that really tangles, I have literally broken brushes trying to get it smoothed out, and have a few brushes that are now missing a lot of bristles, but since I started using this a few days ago the brush literally glides through my hair and it stays silky soft and smooth all day, I no longer need to use frizz-ease serums. I wash my hair everyday and this stuff is amazing![ /QUOTE]

*wanders off to google Tara Smith*

Thanks sunshineyday! :T:D

gwen80

Hi

Just thought I would drop by and let you know about some products I've been using that you might be interested in. I thought it might be good if we share opinions of products as we look for new toiletries.

I dye my hair regularly at home and until recently have been using Superdrug's own brand (I know probably not the best one anyway ). Last time I dyed my hair, I used Naturtint and I love it! Covered as well as the old hair dye, lovely colour, lovely shine and has left my hair in fab condition. This still has some chemicals in, but no ammonia and no resourcinol.

I've also been using Green People's moisturising shampoo and intensive repair conditioner and they are both lovely. I thought the smell of the shampoo was a bit weird at first, but I've gotten used to it now and actually really like it. My hair is quite fine, but there's lots of it and it gets dry easily. This shampoo and conditioner worked well for my hair, but they do other ones aswell. My hair looks better than it has for years and I'm getting compliments on it

Gwenx

P.S. I don't work for Naturtint or Green People

clairibel

I have been hunting down some cheap products and have found a good range in Asda when i do my online shop.

I have bought a range called halosnhorns designed for kids and really reasonable, my son can wash his hair in it and i use it too as a body wash, you can buy the bath one for £1.80 and this is the same as the bodywash ingredients and does say on the back can be used as a wash.

Also they do a range called pureadore and this is really cheap too at Asda and to be honest i bought the lavender lotion and use it as face cream, smells lovely and is a massive 300ml bottle.

They do have another kids/mums range but a bit more pricey but looks more indulgent though. You just have to look under the babies/kids section.

It can be done on a budget :T

bunnykins

clairibel

I have to admit that I use the Halosnhorns range of shampoos myself (I still have greasy hair but have found they are greeat for my scalp). I stocked up last week in Tesco as they were on offer - cant remember price though:mad: Think it was around £1.38/£1.40 mark

Just checked on line and it's £1.24 for the shampoo's:j

Jacks_xxx

:wave: Thanks for all the recs. I've been checking out Spezia Organics after they were mentioned on the dry lips thread and I think I can add them to my approved brands list. They have been very helpful when I've emailed to ask questions. I haven't actually tried any products yet though.

I love love LOVE Ethical Superstore! It's heaven for somebody like me.

LadyB1980

Jacks, I love Spiezia, their cleanser is amazing and a jar lasts for months so pretty good value once you get over the initial outlay!

Jacks_xxx

LadyB1980 wrote: »

Jacks, I love Spiezia, their cleanser is amazing and a jar lasts for months so pretty good value once you get over the initial outlay!

There are quite a few products I really fancy trying. I don't know how I have missed them on my travels round the internet!

Fire_Fox

Mayflower10cat wrote: »

My list includes, SLS & SLeS, parabens, liquid paraffin/mineral oil, aluminium and to be honest, anything I had to google to find out what the h*ck it was.... So far I've liked skincare/bathtime/haircare products from naturallythinking.com (I buy what they call their 'cosmetic bases' and add essential oils)

Please check out Reviewcentre before ordering from this company as Naturally Thinking only get 3/5 stars. Unfortunately the negative reviews match with my experience, the recent spate of positive ones are solicited via Facebook! :mad:
http://www.reviewcentre.com/reviews-all-147887.html
http://www.facebook.com/pages/Natura...4035542?ref=ts

thorsoak

Can I put in a word for NYR Organic? This is Neals Yard Organics - and they believe in saying No - no animal testing, no GM ingredients, no parabens, no synthetic fragrences or colours, no silicones or mineral oils, no propylene glycol or carbomer - which are derived from petroleum - and all their products are manufacted in Dorset, in the eco-headquarters with most of the plants being grown in the UK.

I'm not putting any websites in here - but just google NYR Organic!!