M2.2 Personal Care Products
I was surprised to find out that the two products I use daily were not as good for my body as I previously thought. I looked up my shampoo (OGX Biotin & Collagen) and my lotion (Aveeno Stress Relief), and was surprised by the findings. I have been using these brands for a while - my shampoo for two years and my lotion for almost ten years due to my sensitive skin (eczema) and high risks of allergic reactions (asthma). Therefore, I was extremely surprised to find out that both had high concerns of allergies/immunotoxicity. Both products received scores of 8 due to the fragrance added in the products, with concerns for irritation, organ system toxicity and ecotoxicology. While I knew that both had fragrances, I had assumed that they were from mostly natural sources to help reduce some of those risks.
I am hoping to look up some products that are both good for the environment and my own body. However, I briefly tried to find a new lotion with a lower risk and was unable to find one that I've heard of, or that I would be comfortable trying considering my increased risk for skin irritation. In the video by Stacy Malkan, she suggests "girl-cotting" products. I'm not sure that is always a feasible option for everyone since healthy products are often more difficult to find, more expensive and often less appealing. That being said, I feel as if that is why many people continue to choose to use products that are convenient and easily accessible. Similarly, some people find it easier not to know as looking up these risks takes time and places a burden that people may not always want.
OGX Biotin & Collagen
I am hoping to look up some products that are both good for the environment and my own body. However, I briefly tried to find a new lotion with a lower risk and was unable to find one that I've heard of, or that I would be comfortable trying considering my increased risk for skin irritation. In the video by Stacy Malkan, she suggests "girl-cotting" products. I'm not sure that is always a feasible option for everyone since healthy products are often more difficult to find, more expensive and often less appealing. That being said, I feel as if that is why many people continue to choose to use products that are convenient and easily accessible. Similarly, some people find it easier not to know as looking up these risks takes time and places a burden that people may not always want.
OGX Biotin & Collagen
Aveeno Stress Relief Moisturizing Lotion
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ReplyDeleteHi, I too use the OGX Biotin & Collagen along with other products from that company. With various hair types, colors, etc it is important to find the perfect hair products. With your findings, have you found other shampoos, conditioners and hair products in replacing your old brand? I also have another healthy hair product from Function of Beauty that gives you a personalized shampoos and conditioner kit based on a questionnaire. That might be useful while researching other products.
ReplyDeleteSabrina,
ReplyDeleteWhat do you think make health products less appealing? Do you think it is poor branding/lack of brand recognition? I wonder if the health belief model could be applied to this circumstance you are describing - because individuals are not experiencing side effects with the less safe products they currently use, these individuals are less motivated to change their consumer behavior because they do not perceive a risk. What is your take?