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bookmark_borderHow To Insert & Remove a Menstrual Cup

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Hey earth muffins! If you are looking to zero waste your period, a menstrual cup is a great option! Last year I was looking into the pros and cons of menstrual cups and wrote a whole post on that. One of my major cons was that I wasn’t sure if it would be easy to insert and remove… Now that I have been using the Lena cup (affiliate link) for a few months, I thought I would share my tried and true tips for inserting and removing cups. I hope these recommendations help any of you if you are deciding to switch too! 😊

How to Insert Your Menstrual Cup

Before you even think about putting it in your body, please sanitize it! 😬 I find that letting it float around in boiling water for a few minutes does the trick. Don’t worry about melting it; most cups are made from medical grade silicone! This is awesome because you can keep them clean AND they will last for many years.

After it is sanitized, it is time to insert. πŸŽ‰ When I researched menstrual cups, I found it strange that this step was not explained in detail. “Fold and insert” didn’t really help me when I was trying this for the first time! I was a pads girl and barely ever used tampons; so, the idea of shoving this cup down there was definitely nerve-racking. My top tip – find the fold that works best for you! Because I never really used tampons, I started with the “punch down” fold. This fold results in the smallest area for insertion:

A picture of a pink menstrual cup in the push down fold

But, after trying this out, it definitely didn’t work that well for me. The cup must create a seal when inserted; this fold wasn’t allowing the cup to fully open for me. Don’t be afraid to try many folds!! I personally like the “C” fold, but there are SO many options to try out. You could even get creative and make up your own. πŸ˜†

A picture of a pink menstrual cup in the C fold

Other Insertion Tips

Even with a perfect fold, you might still have trouble inserting the cup. If you need a bit of lubrication, I suggest running water over the cup before you put it in. It is actually a great idea to insert your cup in the shower, as you will be nice and “wet” and relaxed.

It is definitely a smart idea to know your own body before putting the cup in too. If you aren’t sure where your cervix is or what angle is the best for insertion, use your fingers to figure it out! Insertion is SO much easier if you know the correct angle and how far up you need to push the cup. Every cervix is different, which means cup placement differs for each person. Some people don’t need to insert them very high, while others need to put them a bit higher. If you inserted the cup and it feels uncomfortable or hurts, then you didn’t put it in the right place. Take it out and try again! πŸ™ƒ I have found that after I insert the cup, it helps to use my Kegel muscles to “pull” the cup up into the correct space.

How to Remove a Menstrual Cup

Once the cup is in, you can forget about it for up to 12 hours! I find it amazing that for $25 you can get a menstrual cup to use for years instead of having to throw away pads/tampons every few hours (affiliate link). 😍 So awesome for the planet and your wallet! After getting my cup in for the first time, I was definitely super nervous about getting it out…. But it actually isn’t hard at all…

A picture of a woman holding a pink menstrual cup

First, don’t be alarmed if the cup shifted or moved higher throughout the day. Wash your hands and then insert a finger until you can feel the stem of the cup. Do NOT pull on the stem – the cup is basically suctioned inside of you, so that will be painful. Instead, grab the base of the cup, squeeze gently to release the seal, and then pull the cup out. Remember that it will have blood in it, so I suggest removing it in the shower until you master getting it out without spilling anything. πŸ˜†

If you are having trouble locating the cup, don’t panic! There is nowhere the cup can go, it might just be higher than you expect. I have found that you can push down with your Kegel muscles and this can literally push out the cup… Try pushing and then see if that makes it easier to locate!

Overall, the first time I used a menstrual cup I thought that it would be easy to insert and hard to remove. But, I found the opposite. For me, it took a lot of tries to insert for the first time. Don’t get frustrated – it is a new experience and takes time to learn! It feels so exciting when you finally get it in! πŸ™‚ I am still learning the ins and outs of menstrual cups, but the Lena cup has been a great purchase (affiliate link)! I’d highly recommend it and (if anyone is interested) would love to write a full review on it at some point. Do your part and switch to a cup!

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bookmark_borderReview: LUSH Honey I Washed My Hair Shampoo Bar

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Hey earth muffins! Back in August I reviewed the JR Liggett Original shampoo bar when I ran out of my typical Lush Jumping Juniper bar. As you can probably tell from the review, I wasn’t too happy with the JR Liggett bar I tried… So when my local Lush allowed for pickup after quarantine I decided to try out another. Honey I Washed My Hair seemed like a classic Lush product with many good reviews, so I decided to give it a try myself! πŸ˜€ I have been using the bar for a while now, so let’s get right into my Lush shampoo bar review!

A photo of a Honey I Washed my Hair Lush shampoo bar

What I Love About “Honey I Washed My Hair”

The first thing I absolutely love about this product is the smell; it is heavenly!! I thought that a honey shampoo bar would have a subtle scent… But it transports me right to Willy Wonka’s factory. It makes my bathroom smell great, which I love. 😍

Of course I love that this product is sustainable! Shampoo bars are a great way to reduce plastic usage and avoid those ugly bottles. I’ve also found that they last a longer time because the product itself isn’t watered down. Usually I bring my own bag into Lush to have absolutely no packaging; but, because of the pickup procedures during the pandemic, I ended up with a paper sleeve as well. No worries – I will be reusing it before throwing it out!

After using the Jumping Juniper bar for a couple years, I love that Honey I Washed My Hair doesn’t leave a mark in my shower. Because the Juniper bar is purple, the water drippage under my Ethique soap container created a purple puddle. This was actually pretty difficult to get off my shower, so I am quite happy that Honey I Washed My Hair doesn’t leave any colored residue behind!

As I’ve mentioned in all my shampoo bar reviews, my scalp gets pretty oily. That is why I tried out the Jumping Juniper bar first. Even though this bar isn’t specifically for scalp problems, I still found that it leaves my hair soft and clean! I haven’t had any issues with excess oil or scalp residue, which is a win-win for me.

Lastly, I’d like to point out that this shampoo bar has a hilarious name. Enough said.

A picture of a magnifying glass
A subtle nod to a great film!

What Could Be Improved with this Lush Shampoo Bar

After switching to this shampoo bar, I noticed that I have a tiny bit of dandruff. I’ve never had that before! I moved to a new apartment (with pretty intense water pressure) around the time I started trying out this bar, so I’m not sure if this is due to water or the bar itself…. πŸ€·β€β™€οΈ

I think it is important to mention in this Lush shampoo bar review that (of course) there are cheaper shampoo options on the market. From bottled shampoos to even some bars, it might be out of your budget to spend $12. BUT, these do last about 80-90 washes… So I think they are worth the price!

I’ve also noticed that the first ingredient of this bar is sodium laureth sulfate. This is one of the “Dirty Dozen” but seems to be used in about 30 of Lush’s products (including basically all of their shampoo bars). I haven’t noticed any negative effects from this; but, if you are trying to be 100% sulfate free then this product is not for you.

Overall, the Lush Honey I Washed My Hair shampoo bar has been working great for me! Now that the oils in my scalp seem to be managed, I might try to wash my hair every other night…. I’ve always wanted to do that, but my scalp refused the idea. πŸ˜‚ It will be a great way to save some water as well (even though my average shower time is about 5 minutes already). Have you been trying any new shampoo bars recently?

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bookmark_borderReview: Dental Lace Refillable Floss

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Hey earth muffins! When trying to reduce my waste in the bathroom, I found that replacing floss with something more sustainable was a difficult thing. I have genetically soft teeth, so flossing every day is essential to preventing any tooth decay. In a normal store, you will come across plastic floss and “flossers”; both single use and SO wasteful! As my collection of floss containers from dentist visits slowly dwindled, I made it my mission to find a better alternative. I came across the company Dental Lace and reached out to them to see if I could review their Dental Lace refillable floss… And they gladly sent me some! I have been trying out their floss every day for a few weeks now and wanted to share my thoughts on this sustainable alternative! 🦷

A picture of a glass container of Dental Lace refillable floss

What I Like About Dental Lace Floss

For starters, it does such a good job flossing! Many of the plastic flosses on the market are difficult to hold, slippery in the mouth, and just an overall bad experience. Dental Lace is nothing like that!! Because the floss is made of 100% mulberry silk, it doesn’t slip around in your fingers. This allows you to get all those tight spots for a healthy, clean mouth.

I was also concerned that because it is made from silk, it wouldn’t be strong enough for someone (like me!) who has small gaps between their teeth. But, I‘ve never had any trouble with the floss breaking or even fraying, so that doesn’t seem to be an issue at all! I am able to get a great clean even in the tightest gaps in the back of my mouth, which is a HUGE bonus for me and my soft teeth.

A picture of the silk Dental Lace refillable floss

In terms of “flavor” I was sent a Fresh Mint floss, but they also sell unflavored as well. I think the scent is the perfect amount, as they use peppermint essential oil. Some oral care products have way too much artificial “flavoring”, so I love that this is natural and not overpowering when you floss. It leaves the mouth feeling the perfect amount of clean without the perception that you ate a whole tin of peppermints. 😬

What I Like About the Packaging

A picture of the packaging of Dental Lace refillable floss

Another great bonus for this floss is its packaging! The container is a small glass bottle with a stainless steel cap. When you order a set, you get the glass bottle and two sets of the silk floss. Each spool has about 33 yards of floss, so you get quite a bit… When you finish those two, you just have to order new spools of the silk floss and pop them in your glass bottle – so sustainable!! 😍 I was concerned that the glass bottle would be too small and easily misplaced, but it is the perfect size to put in your medicine cabinet, bathroom drawer, or bathroom organizer.

The product packaging is also fully sustainable. The floss comes in compostable bags (even though they look plastic!), the cardboard box can be recycled, the glass container can be reused forever, and the floss is compostable too! ☺️ Nothing makes my heart happier than seeing a company that actually cares about leaving less waste on the planet.

The recycling and reusing instructions on Dental Lace floss package

Finally, as I’ve mentioned in previous travel posts, I grew up in New England. This company was founded in Maine, which is near and dear to my heart. So, I had to throw that in as a “pro” to Dental Lace. πŸ˜‡ While I now live in the Midwest, I still support some of my favorite local Maine shops by ordering online… And now I can add Dental Lace to this list! πŸŽ‰

What Could Be Improved with Dental Lace Floss

Honestly, there isn’t much to say in this section because I’ve had such a great experience with this floss. πŸ₯³ But, for me personally, the floss cannot be accepted in the composting service that I am signed up for. BUMMER! The service that I use is a vermicompost that uses the compost mix for community gardens around the city. I reached out to them about the floss, and they said to leave it out of the bin. Unfortunate and a “con” for now; but, when my boyfriend and I move out of this apartment, I will definitely compost the floss!

Lastly, I think it is important to mention the price for those new to sustainable alternatives. While an eco-friendly swap might seems more expensive at first, you need to think about the price long term and also the cost to the environment of using plastic floss/flossers. To get a starter pack from Dental Lace, it will cost you $9. For a set of two spool of refill floss, it will cost you $7. This might seem more expensive than a typical floss product, but I feel that it is very very reasonable! πŸ₯°

Overall, y’all need to check out Dental Lace Floss! I am so happy that I have finally found a sustainable alternative to add into my bathroom routine. I am 100% a convert – I am so excited to continue using this floss! The company also just released refillable Toothpaste Tablets, so I definitely need to try that out as well (as finding toothpaste in sustainable packaging is another nightmare). What type of floss do you currently use?

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bookmark_borderReview: JR Liggett Original Shampoo Bar

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Hey earth muffins! If you have been following my blog for awhile, you will know that I switched from bottled to bar products. One of these first switches was my shampoo where I traded the bottle for a Lush shampoo bar. When quarantine first started I ran into a problem: my shampoo bar was almost gone and the Lush near me was closed…. And the website was behind on orders! YIKES 😬 As my family was already placing an Amazon order, I decided this would be the perfect time to try out a new shampoo bar from JR Liggett.

A picture of the JR Liggett's original shampoo bar

After doing some quick searching on Amazon, I came across JR Liggett. Not only are they highly reviewed but they also make their products in New England, which is where I grew up. I was already sold! This brand makes 6 different scents that have various oils in them. To keep it simple, I decided to try out their original formula shampoo bar. Here are my thoughts! 😊

What I Liked

–The bars are sulfate/detergent free and full of great oils! Switching to bar products is not only good for the environment, but it is also good for your body. I’m quite shocked by the nasty chemicals/additives that find their way into bath products; I love that this brand focuses on simple ingredients. They are also vegan! The original formula includes three types of oils: olive, coconut, and castor. Some of their other bars include more oils and various essential oils as well, which gives a nice variety for all hair types.

–There is not an overwhelming scent. For some reason, many bar products can be heavily scented… Probably the essential oils! But, this shampoo bar has a nice fresh scent to it. I was worried that my hair wouldn’t smell nice after my shower since it was “original formula”, but that was not the case at all.

A picture of bars of soap and shampoo in various colors

–The bars are an affordable price, a bit cheaper than Lush bars. On Amazon they are $10 each; if you buy them on their actual website, they are only $7.50. I don’t really think this couple of dollar difference truly matters because once you switch to bar products you will be saving money regardless. The bars last much longer than a typical bottle = less money spent for you! πŸ’°

–The bar doesn’t have any dyes in it. After using the Lush Jumping Juniper shampoo for awhile now, I have noticed that the purple color leaves a residue in the shower (and on my Ethique soap container) that is difficult to get off… I love that this bar is an off white color, as it doesn’t leave a mess behind! πŸ™Œ

What I Disliked about the JR Liggett Shampoo Bar

-The shampoo left residue in my hair. ☹️ I’ve always had an oily scalp, but this shampoo bar left my head feeling almost sticky to the touch. While this could have been due to the low water pressure in my apartment or changing water after traveling home to quaratine with my family, this was a huge negative for me. When switching to natural shampoo there is a period of time where your hair will have to adjust (similar to an armpit detox when switching to natural deodorant)… But my head STILL has residue leftover even after weeks of using the product and taking extra care to rinse it all out. Not to mention the fact that I have been using bar products for over two years now!

–The bar doesn’t lather as well as Lush bars. I don’t like to have to rub the actual bar on my hair, as I find that wastes some of the product. But, it was extremely difficult to lather the bar in my hands, so I had to use the bar this way. Definitely a downside for me, but that might just be a personal preference!

–It made my hair look greasy (probably due to the residue). After finding shampoo bars that were able to not make my hair look greasy, I was disappointed that this product isn’t one of them. Now maybe I should have tried a different “flavor” or something, but the bar just did not work for my hair type. Oh well!

Overall, I don’t think I will be trying out any JR Liggett shampoo bars any time soon. Now that Lush stores have opened again, I decided to try out their Honey I Washed my Hair bar. The white color of this bar will help with the whole staining my tub situation I mentioned above; I hope my hair likes it just as much as Jumping Juniper. I will definitely write a review of this new shampoo in the future! What shampoo bar are you currently trying out? 😁

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bookmark_borderWhat Natural Deodorant Should You Use? Baking Soda, Charcoal, Zinc, oh my!

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Hey muffins! Back when I was just starting my sustainable journey, I remember looking at natural deodorants for the first time… And being SO confused as to which kind would be the best place to start. There are many different types of natural deodorants to use: magnesium, zinc, baking soda, and activated charcoal: which one should you start with? Thanks to Pretty Frank, I will be sharing my thoughts on this topic today! I have worked with this company numerous times in the past, and they were kind enough to send me trial size versions of each type of deodorant to try them out for you all.

What Natural Deodorant to Use? -The Evaluation Criteria

For each type, I will be answering these questions:
Question 1. Why choose this type over other natural deodorants?
Question 2. How does it apply to the underarms?
Question 3. How long does it last? Does it actually work? (Note: as these are natural deodorants, they are made to prevent smell NOT sweat. Read all about this in my armpit detox post if you are confused!)
Question 4. How does the armpit feel after use?

Activated Charcoal Deodorant in Seaside

A picture of activated charcoal natural deodorant

Question 1: When you switch from a deodorant that is aluminum based (aka one that prevents you from sweating), your armpits will go through an β€œarmpit detox” when you start using natural deodorants. This detox will differ for each person, but I didn’t experience much from it. As charcoal is known to draw out toxins, you might want to try this kind when switching to natural. It might make your detox period take less time! πŸ˜ƒ

Question 2: This deodorant applies very easily and is the perfect consistency. It isn’t too soft or hard, which makes it quick and simple to apply.

Question 3: This deodorant lasts all day! I was a tad concerned that it was a black color and would transfer to my clothes, but I haven’t had any troubles with that. Just make sure to let your pits dry for a minute or so before putting on your shirt! My pits smell nice and fresh throughout the day, but (with any natural deodorant) I would recommend reapplying if you are planning on doing any heavy exercising. Asthey don’t prevent against sweating, it is important to think ahead and not let your sweat wash away the scent protectant!

Question 4: My pits have felt great after using this type. I haven’t noticed my skin being dry and the black color hasn’t dyed my underarms a darker shade (which is always good haha).

Baking Soda Deodorant in Lavender

A picture of baking soda natural deodorant

Question 1: It is no surprise that a natural deodorant classic uses baking soda. Baking soda is often used in sustainable, homemade recipes as it has amazing cleaning qualities. In terms of deodorant, it does an excellent job of neutralizing odors. However, some people with sensitive skin find that baking soda’s pH is too much for their body which can lead to extra dry skin.

Question 2: This deodorant applies very easily, but it is a softer consistency compared to the activated charcoal. It also feels a tad grainy (which is obviously the baking soda). But, I haven’t had any issues with its application!

Question 3: This product lasts all day! The lavender scent is stronger than the other scents I tried out, so I was more “aware” of when this deodorant was working for me. Again, it doesn’t prevent any sweat, but it definitely kept me smelling nice all day!

Question 4: For me, I didn’t experience any negative side effects after using the baking soda for a long time. I don’t have sensitive skin on my body (just on my face of course), which probably helped with the whole pH thing. If you are concerned that your skin might react, I would definitely recommend getting the trial size from Pretty Frank before getting a full size. For only $4, you can’t go wrong!

Zinc Natural Deodorant in Woodlands

A picture of zinc oxide natural deodorant

Question 1: This type of natural deodorant uses zinc oxide, which is a natural mineral that has antimicrobial, skin-soothing, and anti-odor properties. If you aren’t able to use baking soda, this might be a good place to start!

Question 2: This deodorant is by far the softest of the types, which made it a tiny bit more difficult to apply. I also noticed that it was stickier than the other types, but it wasn’t a big deal after it dried. I did a full review on some zinc deodorant in the past, so check it out for more details! πŸ‘

Question 3: Again, this lasts all day! Pretty Frank has a lot of zinc deodorant scents; if you tend to have stronger odors, I suggest using a stronger scent like lavender.

Question 4: My pits never got dry or sensitive when using this type. πŸŽ‰

Magnesium Deodorant in Unscented

A picture of magnesium natural deodorant

Question 1: If you have very sensitive skin, this is the product for you! The magnesium hydroxide is perfect for eliminating odors without any possible skin irritants. But, that will limit you on scent as this type of natural deodorant only comes in unscented.

Question 2: I would say this formula is the thickest and β€œhardest” of the others, so it would sometimes clump off (and onto the floor) before I had the chance to rub it in. This is easily solved by applying small sections at a time.

Question 3: This definitely lasts all day! I was worried that, because it is unscented, it wouldn’t cover up any nasty smells… But this doesn’t seem to be the case. Even at my smelliest moments the deodorant will turn the odor into a slightly sweet smelling scent; it does the job!

Question 4: This deodorant didn’t make my pits dry or anything like that. If you have found your body reacting negatively to baking soda, then I would highly recommend giving this a try!

Overall, I absolutely loved trying out all of these different types of natural deodorants from Pretty Frank. Many people are scared to switch to something more eco-friendly in this department because IF the product doesn’t work, then everyone around you will know. 😬 So, when thinking about which of these types is my favorite I would have to say the Baking Soda Lavender! The texture of the deodorant, its smell, and its ability to last all day made it my perfect fit. However, everyone’s body is different, so I hope this post can guide you all into what natural deodorant to use. What type will you be trying next?!

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bookmark_borderReview: Pretty Frank Vanilla Lavender Lotion Bar

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Hey earth muffins! In the past, I have done some sponsored reviews for Primal Pit Paste and have loved everything I have tried from this company. I was quite excited when they recently reached out to me again, as they have now re-named themselves as Pretty Frank. After searching through the products that I have not tried, I was curious to try out the new Vanilla Lavender Lotion Bar. They were kind enough to send it my way, so I will be sharing my thoughts on the product with you all today!

What I Love
*It is plastic free! It is no secret that I have been trying to avoid as much plastic/unnecessary packaging since starting my journey towards living a sustainable lifestyle in 2018. Lotion containers irritate me because 1) they are made of plastic and 2) you often can’t get everything out of the bottle (which can impact their ability to be recycled). This product comes in a cardboard box, which can be recycled. I love that the product itself is β€œnaked”, as it resembles some of Lush’s products. I love that companies are starting to realize that it is important to reduce the waste of their packaging!

*Perfect for all your moisturizing needs without being greasy. I also am not a fan of typical lotions because they are often quite greasy…. Who else can’t open doors for a solid 5 minutes after rubbing in some lotion? So annoying! This bar is awesome because it moisturizes but doesn’t get that greasy layer on your hands (or wherever you apply it). Especially in a time when we are washing our hands more, it is so important to keep your skin healthy and moisturized!

*Easy to apply! I was interested to see if it would be harder to apply a lotion in bar form, but it is quite simple. All I do is take the bar and rub it over the area of dry skin and rub it in with my fingers for a minute or so. Again, the fact that it doesn’t leave behind any greasy residue is so great for me – definitely a huge bonus!

*Equivalent price to other lotions. This bar is only $10 (or $8.50 if you get a plan to ship every 1-3 months). While I have only been using it a few weeks, it seems like it will last for a long time as you don’t need a ton of product for each use. Lotion, in general, can be pricey, but I think this is a good bang for you buck!

*Fast shipping (even in quarantine!). I was talking with my contact at the company (shoutout to Katie!) right when all of the stay at home orders were first put into place. And my product still got to my house super-fast!

*Smells amazing! Honestly, who can hate the scents of vanilla and lavender together? Lavender is such a calming scent for me, so I love applying this lotion right before going to bed as it helps me go to sleep. I am not sure if Pretty Frank is going to release more scents in the future, but it wouldn’t surprise me. If vanilla and lavender aren’t your thing, keep an eye out!

What Could Be Better
*The circle shape could be a square. As the cardboard box is a square, it would seem like the bar itself could be a square as well. Even though the circle shape is easy to roll over the skin when applying, it might be easier storage wise if it were a square instead (even though I just kept the box it came in and haven’t had any storage issues yet).

*It came wrapped in wax paper. While the box itself is recyclable, the bar was also wrapped in a small square of wax paper. This can’t be recycled, so I made sure to reuse it before throwing it away. I would have loved to see this wax paper be just normal paper that could be recycled! : )

Overall, I have been loving Pretty Frank’s Vanilla Lavendar Lotion Bar! If you are looking for a more sustainable option than your typical plastic bottle lotion, I would definitely recommend giving it a try. I look forward to trying more Pretty Frank products in the future! What lotion are you currently using while in quarantine?

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bookmark_borderReview: Clean Faced Cosmetics Zero Waste Cake Mascara

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When I wrote my review of Mad Hippie’s Mineral Mascara last month, I referenced the other mascara that I use on a day-to-day basis and realized that I have not written a full review of it yet… I have been using a mascara from Clean Faced Cosmetics for a couple of years now, so I thought today would be a perfect day to share my Clean Faced Cosmetics cake mascara review!Β 

What I Love:
*It is sustainable! This was one of the first switches I made when I started my green journey back in May 2018. The mascara comes in a metal tin, can be sent back to the Etsy seller to be refilled, and comes in zero waste packaging. I also use a powder from this shop (see the full review here!), and I love that the seller will ship a compostable bag of the product instead of using another tin.

*Made of only 4 ingredients – As you all know I try to keep the ingredient count down on all the products I use, as I’m not a fan of chemicals or putting things on my body that shouldn’t really be there…. So I LOVE that this product is made with less than 5 ingredients!

*Good pigmentation and color – It is not super duper black (even though it is buildable if you want a dark black), which I love because I usually do a natural makeup look.

*Lasts all day and is easy to get off in the shower! I mentioned in my Mad Hippie mascara review that I didn’t like how I had to actually try to get this mascara off in the shower. I love this Clean Faced Cosmetic mascara because it is easy to get off with just water but lasts all day long.

*It is multi-purpose – Because this mascara is in cake form, it allows it to be used as both a mascara, eyeliner, brow filler, and even eyeshadow! I typically just use it as mascara and eyeliner, which saves me from creating more waste than I need to! πŸ‘

*Easy to apply! Cake mascara might seem harder to apply compared to those in tubes, but it is actually super simple.

*Comes with a TON of product – Especially if you use a small amount each day like me, this product will last you a long time.

*Supports a local business – Laura, the lovely lady who owns the Etsy store, is from Grand Rapids, MI. I love that I am able to support a local Midwestern!

*Easy to sanitize! Mascara wands can get pretty nasty and collect bacteria, so I love to sanitize my cake mascara by spraying it with some rubbing alcohol every once in awhile. You definitely can do this with typical plastic containers!

What I Don’t Love:
*A bit pricey – Compared to cheaper drugstore products (like elf, NYX, Wet n Wild, etc.) this mascara is more expensive… But for $16 (and usually the shop has some awesome sales!), it is definitely worth it!

*Learning curve – While applying cake mascara is easy, it will require you to learn how to do so if you have been using wand mascaras for your whole life. Not a big con, but I thought I would still add it to the list. 😬

Thanks for reading my Clean Faced Cosmetics cake mascara review! What is your favorite mascara currently?Β 

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bookmark_borderReview: Mad Hippie Mineral Mascara

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Hey earth muffins, happy Monday!! Today I will be sharing my thoughts on another sustainable beauty product: the mineral mascara from Mad Hippie cosmetics! 🀩 Mascara is one of my favorite makeup staples, so I was beyond excited to test out this product – let’s jump right into the review!

A picture of the Mad Hippie Mineral Mascara with the words Mad Hippie Mascara Review
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What I LOVE:
1. It makes my lashes look extremely long! I have always preferred mascaras that make my lashes longer than those that make them “thicker”/clumpy. This mascara does an excellent job of coating each lash, enhancing their natural length.

2. The wand is perfection. It is both long AND thick, which allows me to apply it so easily. Definitely my favorite mascara wand of all time!

A picture of the wand of the Mad Hippie Mascara, a perfect length and width

3. It smells like roses. When looking at the ingredient list, it is clear that their is no rose in the actual mascara, so it might be smelling like the sweet almond oil…Β πŸ€” Regardless, it smells SO good!

4. The container is sustainable!! One of my biggest challenges with trying out new makeup products since I started my journey towards low/zero waste is to find products that are in sustainable containers. This mascara is made of a sugarcane bioresin plastic tube that can be recycled after it is used up. While recycling is by no means the best solution to the struggles of our planet, it beats the plastic tubes that can never be recycled!

5. It is made of simple ingredients. As it is a mineral mascara, there are no synthetic waxes, dyes, or coal tar inside the formula. Compared to the Clean Faced Cosmetics cake mascara I typically use (which only has 4 ingredients!), it includes more ingredients in the formula… But much fewer than those in drugstore/high end products.

6. This mascara will last all day through rain, sweat, and tears. πŸ˜… Trust me.

7. The brand is vegan and cruelty free! I will always support these types of companies and brands!

What I DISLIKE:
1. You need to use some sort of soap to take it off. While this might seem like a weird con to most people, I usually just wash off my makeup in the shower… So I don’t like the fact that I need to take an extra step to get this off. However, as I said above, this mascara doesn’t budge during the day so I guess the extra time to take it off is okay.

2. It is a tad pricey… But most sustainable beauty products are pricier. This mascara can be bought on the Mad Hippie website for $19, while the Clean Faced Cosmetics mascara is $12-16. However, there are many sustainable makeup brands that are WAY more expensive… But, I thought I would mention it none-the-less. 😊

A picture of the Mad Hippie Mineral Mascara over the paper it came with that says, Welcome to the Revolution
Definitely go check out this mascara!

What is your favorite mascara currently?

*I was sent this product for free; all opinions are my own!*

Love,
Jenna β™₯

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