I have found several articles from The New York Times that discuss makeup artists, product details, ingredients, and materials. Here are some key points from each article:
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"Selling Shampoo, Eye Cream and a Chemical Crackdown": Beautycounter is a company that was founded by a woman who wanted to create safer beauty products. They have a "never list" of over 1,500 chemicals and ingredients that they avoid using in their products, including formaldehyde, BHA, BHT, and hydroquinone.
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"Do You Know Whats in Your Cosmetics?": The Cosmetic Ingredient Review evaluates the safety of cosmetic ingredients, but its recommendations are not binding. Roughly 15% of the products it tests are found to be contaminated or to contain dangerous ingredients. The risks of cumulative exposure to an ingredient from multiple products over many years are not evaluated.
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"Gucci Westman Introduces Her New Skin Care Brand, Westman Atelier": Gucci Westman, a makeup artist, has created a serum in partnership with a Korean scientist that includes 12 active ingredients, including four kinds of hyaluronic acid for moisture and niacinamide to correct pigmentation. Less common ingredients include fermented algae to even skin tone and prickly pear cactus extract for soothing.
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"The Microorganisms in the Beauty Aisle": Some beauty products contain pre-, pro-, or postbiotics, which can support the protective quality of the microbiome. These products are generally considered gentler than some other popular products on the market.
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"The 3 Best Eyeliners": The main ingredients in eyeliners are usually silicone emollients that soften the skin and keep it moist and flexible, or solvents that help keep the formula uniform and occasionally help de-grease skin. The article surveyed cosmetic chemists and makeup artists to find the best eyeliners.
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"Essential Oils May Be Wreaking Havoc on Your Skin": Some natural ingredients, such as essential oils, can be harmful to the skin. Consumers are becoming more aware of the risks involved in the products they use and are looking for fragrance-free options.
Overall, the articles suggest that consumers should be aware of the ingredients in their beauty products and look for safer options. Some makeup artists are creating their own products with specific ingredients, while others are recommending products that are gentler on the skin.
