Beautycounter Review

March 29, 2018 in Beauty

Over the past few months, I’ve been hearing about Beautycounter from friends and seeing the brand on social media. I love makeup and skincare, and I had been curious about their products. I was excited when my friend, who is a consultant, reached out to see if I wanted to give it a try!

What is Beautycounter?

Beautycounter was founded in 2013 by Gregg Renfrew as a safer alternative to everyday skincare and cosmetics for women, men, and children. Their mission, which can be found on the Beautycounter website, is to get safer products into the hands of everyone.

What did I try?

I used the No. 1 Brightening Facial Mist and the Nourishing Rosewater Mist for about two weeks.

What were my initial thoughts?

Let me start by saying, I’m by no means a skincare expert! Everyone is different, but I know what works for me.

No 1. Brightening Mist: I used this mist before I applied makeup in the morning. My makeup seemed to go on smoother and last longer throughout the day while I was using this product. I did think my face had a brighter glow during the time as well. That’s definitely a plus since I’m in need of some sunshine in my life! One of my favorite things about this mist is that it is rich in Vitamin C that helps boost the skin’s luminosity and refine the skin’s surface. Another main ingredient is Lime Peal Extract that helps to promote a brighter complexion.

Nourishing Rosewater Mist: I used this mist to set my makeup and also when my skin needed a little refresher throughout the day. I loved the smell of this – light, delicate, and not too overwhelming. I thought my skin felt softer while using the Rosewater Mist, which was amazing since the winter weather had dried out my skin. I think this would be a great product for anyone who needs a little skin pick-me-up throughout the day.

Overall, I think these two Beautycounter products did help my skin. I will definitely need to purchase a few more items to see the full benefit over a longer period of time. I always have questions when trying new things, and I’m sure some of you do too. For help, I asked Megan, my consultant and friend, a few more questions about Beautycounter. Check out my Q&A section with her below!

Q&A with Megan Jones, Beautycounter Consultant:

How is Beautycounter different from other skincare lines?

How many direct sales companies can you think of that offer free cars, vacations, and materialistic incentives that at the end of the day, are just another thing in your possession? We are the ONLY company that is set out to do something so much larger than awarding possessions, but to bring awareness and to empower women and men. Beautycounter has taken it one step further and is currently lobbying in DC for all state officials to sponsor the “Personal Care Product Protection Act” to make a change in legislation that would begin regulating the industry on a federal level. This legislation hasn’t been revised since 1938 and is only 2 pages long. As a consultant, I go to bed every. single. night. knowing that I am making a difference in someone’s life and health. We (I use “we” very broadly) all try to buy organic, gluten free, preservative free groceries, work out, drink our green juices, but never think about the products that we put ON our skin. At least I never thought about it. I trusted that someone was regulating and overseeing the personal care product industry for harmful ingredients that have a lasting effect on my health and environment. Surprise! The beauty industry, which is an $8 billion industry, is a SELF REGULATED industry! Woah! We have dedicated our mission to taking the complicated out of the search for products that actually work and aren’t loaded with harmful toxins.

What makes the safety standard of Beautycounter different from other brands?

Our product safety standards are based on the follow criteria, quoted from Beautycounter:

Step 1: We ban intentionally. We have created a “never list” of 1,500 questionable or harmful ingredients.This list includes the 1,400 chemicals banned or restricted in the European Union, chemicals prohibited by Health Canada as well as chemicals screened by Beautycounter.

Step 2: We screen rigorously. Every potential ingredient is screened. We look for information on specific hazards, like cancer, developmental toxicity, and hormone disruptions. We use many sources: industry, academia, government bodies and non-profit health groups. We consult with scientists and industry leaders working to reduce exposure to toxic chemicals and develop safer chemicals.

Step 3: We learn constantly. There are major data gaps on many cosmetic ingredients. Companies are allowed to use harmful ingredients and make their own judgments about safety. We do not assume that the absence of data means that a product is safe. It means that we do not know the potential health impacts. So we review emerging data regularly and will commission our own studies when we are unable to turn up enough information.

Step 4: We source responsibly. We strive to choose the best available ingredient options. Over 80% of the ingredients that we use in our products are organic, natural, or plant-derived. The others are synthetic–we are not marketing ourselves as “natural”–but that doesn’t mean that they are unsafe. We aim to source ingredients from sustainable, non-GMO suppliers and believe in supporting the U.S. economy when possible. We do not test our products or ingredients on animals nor do we ask others to do so.

Step 5: We share transparently. Information is the most important factor in any product purchase decision. We go beyond what is required by law: Our product labels identify every formula ingredient, including known components of fragrances, flavors, and intentionally added preservatives.

What product would you recommend to anyone trying Beautycounter for the first time?

Everyone has completely different skin structure, but a product that I would recommend to “anyone” would have to be our Countermatch collection. The Countermatch formula is engineered with bio-mimicking technology that will give your skin structure exactly what it needs, exactly when your skin needs it, and nothing more. Since the release last summer, there have been strong responses to this skin care line.

A study that we conducted over a two week period showed these results:

93% said it provided instant and long lasting hydration

90% said skin looked and felt healthier

93% noticed skin that felt smoother

Why did you become a Beautycounter consultant?

I’m incredibly blessed with the opportunity to be a stay at home mom with my 15 month old daughter. But, a part of me was longing to contribute towards our income and to support my shopping habits, haha! I knew I needed something with a purpose that would give me a sense of fulfillment that wasn’t being a mom or a wife. On the flip side, I didn’t want to sacrifice my time at home with Piper. Beautycounter’s business plan made it incredibly easy to integrate the business into my already busy schedule. Plus, our mission empowers other women(or men) like me and to be a part of a movement larger than just a paycheck. For me, this company has become so much more then products and I’m so grateful for what it has given to my family.

How can someone shop Beautycounter?

We have three ways that a customer can shop:

1. A one-on-one experience with a consultant

2. Directly and conveniently from the website

3. Various, strategic retail partnerships

To contact Megan, you can visit her personal Beautycounter website here.

Overall Thoughts

Beautycounter stands for safer, effective, high quality products that actually work. Pricing is pretty relative to other skincare lines that I have used in the past. I am definitely still curious about Beautycounter, but liked the product and will continue to try out new items.

I hope that you have enjoyed the review and learned some valuable information about Beautycounter and their amazing mission and wonderful products! Have you tried Beautycounter? If so, let me know your thoughts in the comments below!

xo,

*Products were provided in an exchange for my honest opinion and review.

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