There has been a LOT of talk on the soap, cosmetics and toiletry blogs lately about the Safe Cosmetics Bill of 2010. A lot! I can see why people are interested in it; we all want to be able to trust the products that we put on our bodies on a daily basis. That's probably the #1 reason that people start making their own soap in the first place - they want a more natural soap solution that's kinder to their skin than traditional soaps...and now, many of us are small business owners who manufacture soap and cosmetics. However, as I've said in many conversations on ingredients like soap making base oils and essential oils, just because something is natural does it mean it's safe to use on our skin. And just because something is synthetic, does it mean it's bad for us. Tell us what do you think? Will this affect you? Will this affect your business?
The loudest voice in the debate has come from a video called "The Story of Cosmetics" - a seemingly innocuous video full of scary things about the products we use. It presents cosmetics and toiletry products as full of carcinogens and toxins - that we must be protected from! Thank goodness that a rebuttal/critique video has come along to give another voice to the debate. I'm presenting both videos here. Take a few minutes to watch them...with an open mind. There are a number of links to other blog posts below that have more information as well. After you view the videos, please take a moment to give us your thoughts about "The Story of Cosmetics", "The Safe Cosmetics Act of 2010" and how you feel about the products you use and or make - either as a consumer or as a small business person.
The Story of Cosmetics - The Original Argument
The Story of Cosmetics - The Critique
Where to learn more:
Information, links and Discussion on the Safe Cosmetics Act of 2010
The Safe Cosmetic Act of 2010 is Not the Solution
Links and Quotes Regarding the Impact of the Safe Cosmetics Act 2010
Donna Maria Coles Johnson's Indie Business Blog on The Safe Cosmetics Act of 2010
Statement by Lezlee Westine President and CEO of the Personal Care Products Council
Statement by Kathleen Dezio, Spokeswoman On "The Story of Cosmetics"






