Beautycounter Review

Even before I tried anything from Beautycounter—the California-based personal care brand dedicated 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 merchandise aren't necessarily natural, they're free from 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 really the only ones able 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 chance to here's another choice 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 will come in seven shades; I tried three: Peony, a bright, Dahlia, a mauve with pink undertones, and Buff, a nude. Although there's not really a large quantity of colour payoff, I enjoy how these feel on the lips, and the high-shine texture is really pretty.

Beautycounter Purifying Charcoal Mask

The Purifying Charcoal Mask is a clay and charcoal breathing apparatus that absorbs oil and draws impurities from the pores. This can be well suited for oily or congested skin—or, if you're into multi-masking, it could be used by you to your T-zone and put an alternative solution mask in your cheeks. It features 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 a non-drying, sulfate-free soap that's claimed to absorb impurities (thanks to the charcoal powder). I'm unsure about this, since it's not on your skin layer layer for more than a few seconds, but I appreciate so it doesn't leave my face feeling tight, like other bar soaps do. In the event you're wondering, it lathers clear, not black—so you don't need certainly to be worried about developing a mess in your sink!

Beautycounter Citrus Mimosa Body Bar

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

Conclusion

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

All in all, I really do believe the merchandise are good 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 example, and the skincare from $30 to $55.

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