Natural, organic or organic cosmetics

natural balance of the skin and, as a consequence, its better tolerance and reduction in the appearance of adverse reactions.

However, natural cosmetics also have drawbacks that can slow down their consumption:

• Less attractive appearance and texture.
• Difficulties in coloring and preservation, especially of some highly contaminated components.
• Problems in obtaining the cosmetic quality to which the public is accustomed, especially in hygiene and solar products.

Who guarantees that a cosmetic is organic?

For a consumer, it is practically impossible to detect whether a natural cosmetic is ecological. To guarantee the quality of "biological", "natural" or "ecological" there are so-called Certifying Bodies that evaluate the products of the brands that propose it, granting a visible quality "seal" on the packaging of each product.

From 1995 to 2008, certification bodies have appeared in each country and, in the last two years, the European Union has tried to create two integrated bodies: NaTrue and Cosmos, which will replace those of each country, but for now they all coexist. This integration would be highly desirable to use the same evaluation criteria throughout Europe. However, the differences are so subtle that, from the consumer's point of view, the most practical thing to do is to choose products with some “seal” of guarantee of natural, biological or ecological quality.

On the other hand, the entire cosmetic industry follows strict norms of respect for the environment, with a labeling of the products that ensures a recycling of the container and packaging. Therefore, no one should betray their individual environmental conscience by using any type of cosmeticAs long as you choose one that follows the regulations, they are the majority.

REMEMBER THAT…

Despite using natural, organic or organic cosmetics, our skin may not tolerate any of the components. To solve this problem, and not suffer more serious consequences, it is essential to go to the specialist doctor of your MAPFRE Health Insurance. We inform you of everything you need to choose the policy you are looking for.

• The natural cosmetics respect the environment by using only biological products.
• The main advantage of natural cosmetics is its greater respect for the natural balance of the skin and its better tolerance and reduction in the appearance of adverse reactions.
• It is a natural or biological product when the container bears a quality seal that certifies it.

Mercè Camps Miro

Pharmacist, specialist in Dermopharmacy