Beautycounter Review

Even before I tried anything from Beautycounter—the California-based personal care brand devoted to safe, non-toxic products—I have already 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 without any 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 only real 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 do the products compare well? Now that I've had the opportunity 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 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 a large amount of colour payoff, I love how these feel on the lips, and the high-shine texture is truly pretty.

Beautycounter Purifying Charcoal Mask

The Purifying Charcoal Mask is a clay and charcoal breathing apparatus that absorbs oil and draws impurities out of the pores. This is suitable for oily or congested skin—or, if you're into multi-masking, you could use it to your T-zone and put an alternate mask in your cheeks. It includes a steamy texture and you're created to leave it on 10 minutes; by that time, 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 for higher than several seconds, but I appreciate so it doesn't leave my face feeling tight, like other bar soaps do. In case you're wondering, it lathers clear, not black—therefore you don't need certainly to be worried about creating a mess in your sink!

Beautycounter Citrus Mimosa Body Bar

The Citrus Mimosa Body Bar is a finely milled bar soap with a simple, refreshing scent. It's also sulfate-free and filled with 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!

Conclusion

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

All in all, I really do believe the goods are high quality, although the 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 concerned about harmful ingredients, the safety profile makes them worth it—and of course the gorgeous textures and packaging. Tell me...