Imagine being 15-years old and knowing that you wanted to make a huge difference by offering a skin care line that was completely non-toxic.
Well that’s exactly what Ava Anderson did. She just created the first ever skin care line that uses ingredients in all of their products that ‘score ZERO on the Cosmetics Database toxicity scale.’ The ‘Ava Anderson Non-Toxic’ line is not only great for your skin, but it also doesn’t expose you to additional chemicals that could cause more harm than good!
Talk about a ‘Good for the Sake of Good’ philosophy; her motivation to take action is definitely LUX!
“A year ago, I first learned from a news report about the health risks of the chemicals I was putting on my face and body every day,” Ava Anderson said. “I couldn’t stop thinking about it and I was frustrated when I discovered that despite ‘natural’ and ‘organic’ claims, many products sold as healthy alternatives still contained questionable ingredients, especially when you realize how many chemicals can be hidden under the ‘fragrance’ ingredient listing.”
With this quest came a meeting with a New York cosmetics manufacturer who felt inspired to help Ava find a viable skin care solution that was both healthy for the skin and also effective!
The first line of products will include a six-part skin care line that’s focused on a cleansing and moisturizing routine for everyone to use. What we love about this is that it can be applicable across gender and age group. The biggest part is knowing that the ingredients are truly non-toxic to your system and will help your skin in a whole new way.
We also really adore her website design and her approach in educating consumers about the typical products they do purchase. Check it out for yourself at AvaAndersonNonToxic.com.
So LUXies, what do you think about this new beauty care line that’s also non-toxic? Did you know that most of the products you use could be also exposing you to more chemicals than you were ever aware of? How does knowing this information affect your beauty routine?
Comments
My beauty routine will change now that I know this. Amazed that my moisturizer rated a “6”!! Why are these chemicals allowed to ne in consumer products?
Posted by surprised on 01.30.2010 at 7:01 am
Ava products are awesome! I recently joined as a consultant to spread this great news to people who don’t know about toxins. The company has a heart to share truth and equip people to make informed choices. It’s a wonderful company with integrity. I’m so glad to see the word getting around!
Regina Bell
Founding Consultant
http://www.avaandersonnontoxic.com/reginabell
Posted by Regina_Bell on 01.30.2010 at 8:05 am
I was surprised and angry to learn the products we use everyday are not as safe as one would think. Why are some chemicals listed as “limited workplace exposure”, “known links to cancer or neurotoxicity” allowed as ingredients we put on our skin, our largest organ, and allowed to be absorbed into our blood? I now look at products more closely and not only use the Ava Anderson Non-toxic Skin Care, but I became a Founding Consultant to share the message! Because of Ava I am now aware of the dangers of phthalates in products and the effects on men, I just purchased my first phthalate free shower curtain liner! Thanks Ava!
http://www.avaandersonnontoxic.com/edfontaine
Posted by ConcernedConsumer on 01.30.2010 at 12:23 pm
This is one amazing teenager!! I first found out about this issue a few months ago when I read “Not Just a Pretty Face” by Stacy Malkan. If you are interested in this topic I highly recommend this book!
I am so glad that Ava has been spreading the word on this issue and offers a safe solution!
Lyndsi
http://www.HarmLESSbeauty.com
Posted by Lyndsi on 01.30.2010 at 12:45 pm
The esthetician at a name brand make up counter told me I NEEDED chemicals for the PH level of my face. I found this very hard to believe! I’m so happy to have found Ava Anderson Non Toxic products. No chemicals and my skin is doing better than ever!
Posted by Leanne S. on 01.30.2010 at 2:34 pm
We are glad to see that Ava Anderson’s Non Toxic line has inspired you as much as it did us to feature the piece!
She truly is a role-model for us all to know what we are passionate about and then partner with others to make it happen. We love supporting product creators who truly are looking to make a positive difference and help enhance our beauty naturally!
Thank you all for sharing with us your insights and perspectives it allowed me learn from YOU!! Now that is a LUX-tastic reason to keep sharing your wisdom and insights!! You never know who might be ‘reading’!!
Posted by FoxxyBB on 01.30.2010 at 9:50 pm
I first learned about Ava, and this site, from a google search for non toxic products. I am a cancer survivor, and am furious about what is in our products! No one seems ot know it either. BRAVO to this amazing teen for being willing to spread the message about the toxic chemicals that get into our blood through our skin. I haver placed my first order already. I know that this young girl will make a difference.
Posted by needtoknow on 01.31.2010 at 6:02 am
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Outrage, anger and disbelief were many in the room I was in that heard first hand of the harm we have been doing to ourselves. I have had skin cancer and other issues and I have done research over the years…knowing the harm is linked, but what were the choices until now. Stupendous feat for anyone to come out with a line of all ZERO designated products in one line. Ava is my hero…and the hero of my 6 and 8 year old. Thank you for your visionary moment and bringing it to reality!
Posted by SEA on 01.31.2010 at 7:10 pm
It’s wonderful that Ava has taken the initiative to not just provide any cosmetics, but ones that are safe for all!
If you look deeper into this idea of toxins in personal care products, we can’t just shop our way out of this dangerous issue. We need the FDA be there and keep everyone safe and toxin-free when they are using their shampoo, mascara, and other products.
Looking for more info? The Skin Deep database is a great tool for finding safer products. Please see safecosmetics.org to learn more about this issue and to sign up for monthly emails that will keep you informed and let you know how you can help to change this broken system!
Posted by stay conscious : ) on 02.01.2010 at 1:57 pm
Ava’s products are amazing. I have large pores with black heads and it has helped my skin so much since I started using the products. I love that is “0” toxin’s. I found Ava’s products when I was searching for products for my son that is on a Gluten and Casein free diet for his Asperger’s. I was doing research online and just happen to come across the Ava Anderson Non-Toxic products. I feel in love with Ava’s story and how all the products are “0” Toxins. I became a consultant to share this amazing company with everyone I meet.
Karen Watts
Posted by Karen Watts on 02.01.2010 at 3:08 pm
Thank YOU all for your continued support as well as sharing your personal story with this much deeper issue. Yes ‘Stay Conscious’ it isn’t about shopping our way out of anything. It is about being informed with how our ‘consumer dollar’ is able to help bring about change. When we buy something we are actually giving our passive support for the chemicals to make it, the damage to make it and anything else connected in bringing that product to market. Because many of us are not informed, we often can support products that actually go against our OWN values without us even being aware. We appreciate your concern and look forward to the continued discussion of OWNING what we CAN do to bring about change and to make a difference.
Thank you for the additional resources and being a part of the LUX-o-lution!!
Posted by FoxxyBB on 02.02.2010 at 12:54 am
Honeysuckle Flower Extract, when used as a preservative as with these products, is a highly processed and highly concentrated paraben extraction. From a biological standpoint, they are virtually identical to the synthetic parabens we already know are harmful. As of this writing, there is no available evidence to indicate a naturally derived version of a paraben is any less toxic for the body than a synthetic version.
For more information on this topic, search for Eliza Moriarty’s article as published on the Organic Comsumers Association webpage.
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