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Several readers have asked lately about finding organic cosmetics that won\u2019t break the bank.\u00a0 Like conventional cosmetics, you often get what you pay for.\u00a0 But inexpensive does not necessarily have to mean ineffective, even with organic cosmetics.\u00a0 You just have to know where to look\u2026<\/p>\n
Following are some of my favorite cost-effective organic skincare and makeup products, a couple of great discounts plus some tips on saving green\u00a0with green beauty:<\/p>\n
Lavera (one of my long-standing favorites) makes both skincare and makeup that are not only fabulous, but safe and budget-friendly.\u00a0 FACES Organic Skincare Systems <\/a>offer products for each skin type.\u00a0 My top picks \u2013 Wild Rose Cleansing Milk <\/a>($19) and Calendula Balancing Cream <\/a>($23.50).<\/p>\n You can find Lavera products at LoveTrueNatural.com.\u00a0 Get 20% off your first time order with code FIRSTORDER.\u00a0 (First time order offer excludes kits and clearance items.)<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n SKIN<\/a> brand offers a wide range of products for face and body at very reasonable prices.\u00a0 And they come in bigger sizes too.\u00a0 My faves from this brand \u2013 Apricot Mango eye cream <\/a>(($24.95), Lemon Lips lip balm <\/a>($6.95) and Naked Skin unscented face & body lotion <\/a>(14.95).<\/p>\n Get 15% off all SKIN brand products at Caren Online through Jan 15th 2012 with code SKIN15<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n For body, it is hard to beat Shea Moisture Organic Coconut & Hibiscus Shea Butter Wash<\/a>($9.99).\u00a0 Thick and rich (so it lasts a good, long time) and smells delicious.\u00a0 Love it!\u00a0 Added bonus:\u00a0 you can pick it up at Target, Wal-Mart or Walgreen\u2019s.<\/p>\n Lavera <\/a>is also one of my staple makeup brands, with prices ranging from $11-$24.\u00a0 My all-time favorite mascara is Volume Mascara <\/a>in black ($20) and Mattifying Mineral Finish Loose Powder<\/a> ($20), both of which last a long time.<\/p>\n SANTE <\/a>is another terrific organic makeup brand, and offer lots of products and colors.\u00a0 I totally love the Eyeshadow Sticks <\/a>($12) and Eyeliner Pencils <\/a>($11).\u00a0 Both go on really smooth but stay put.\u00a0<\/p>\n Another all natural makeup line that is also easy on the pocketbook is Benecos<\/a>.\u00a0 The range begins at just $9 and even includes nail polish <\/a>($11.99)free from the most harmful polish ingredients.\u00a0 While I have not yet tried any Benecos products personally, they do come highly recommended.\u00a0 Look for my review on this line coming up soon.\u00a0<\/p>\n You can find Lavera, Sante and Benecos products at LoveTrueNatural.com.\u00a0 Get 20% off your first time order with code FIRSTORDER.\u00a0 OR score this awesome Benecos Holiday Glamour Set for eyes<\/a>, only $30!\u00a0 (First time order offer excludes kits and clearance items.)<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n 100% Pure makes great skincare and body care, but it is hard to beat their cream blushers, Pot Rouge <\/a>($15).\u00a0 Come in lots of sweet colors, too.\u00a0 Same goes for their Shimmery Lip & Cheek Tints <\/a>($15), a multi-use product.<\/p>\n Don\u2019t worry, we won\u2019t forget the lips.\u00a0 Crazy Rumors Lip Colors <\/a>are pretty, tasty, and keep lips super soft.\u00a0 And at just $4.99 you can have a couple.<\/p>\n There are a few tricks you can use to extend the life of your organic cosmetics.\u00a0 While there are certain products you will probably use up more quickly (facial cleansers, moisturizers, foundation), others are a good long term investment.<\/p>\n A good facial oil not only offers your skin added hydration and glow-i-ness, but can stretch your moisturizer and double as a treatment.\u00a0 I like to add a few drops at night to my regular moisturizer.\u00a0 No need to purchase a nighttime moisturizer, and a facial oil lasts and lasts because you only use 2-3 drops at a time.\u00a0 You can spend a mini-fortune\u00a0 on facial oils, but two I like that are not bank-breakers:\u00a0 MuBeauty <\/a>($45) and Trilogy Certified Organic Rosehip Oil <\/a>($24.95).<\/p>\n Purchasing samples and try-me sizes are a good way to see if you like a product before laying down the cash for the full-size.\u00a0 Spirit Beauty Lounge <\/a>has a great deal on samples \u2013 purchase 10 samples for $25.\u00a0 Caren Online <\/a>also sells Try-Me sized products at very reasonable rates.<\/p>\n Have questions on organic cosmetics?\u00a0 Drop me a comment below\u2026<\/p>\n [Girl with money image via Shutterstock<\/a>]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Makeup<\/h3>\n
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