Fragrances and Perfumes

Fragrances and Perfumes

Perfumes have been with us for more than 4 000 years [1] and have a solid societal role – they make us smell good! We often think that fragrance in our cosmetics is an ingredient JUST for that and we, therefore, disregard it. But unfortunately if that...
Is My Beauty Product Cruelty-Free?

Is My Beauty Product Cruelty-Free?

This question is being asked increasingly by more and more people since Non-Governmental Organisations (NGOs)  and activists have brought attention to this ethical issue. So what is the truth behind animal testing on cosmetics? Picture source: pixabay.com Animals...
UV Filters

UV Filters

It’s summer and you are about to head to the beach. You realize you don’t have any sunscreen at home but know that you can’t go out in the sun without it. You get to the beauty store and feel like it’s maybe time to finally stop reaching for the cheap SPF 50...