No BS Beauty Bulletin

Issue Three

Author

Sarah
March 07, 2024

Welcome to Issue 3 of the No BS Beauty Bulletin!

We're delighted to see the community growing and thriving, thanks to your support and enthusiasm. Here's what you can expect in this concise and engaging issue:

  • New Brand Spotlight: Discover the latest beauty brands for the upcoming season, including must-try products and innovative beauty techniques.

  • Makeup Magic: Quick and simple makeup tips that enhance your natural beauty, perfect for those on-the-go moments.

  • Eco-Friendly Finds: How to put your “beauty trash” to good use.

  • Your Voice: Featuring a community favorite section where we answer your most asked questions and highlight your tips and tricks. Feel free to email us with your thoughts, comments, requests and questions.

Stay tuned for insightful content that aims to educate, inspire, and empower. Here's to embracing our beauty, simply and authentically!

Juicy Beauty News

New Brands at Sephora

👀 What did I buy this week? 👀

Don’t tell Cameraman!

Winner of the Week

Loser of the Week

The FDA
The last time a new sunscreen filter was approved by the FDA was in 2006. This approval was for Mexoryl SX, a unique organic filter developed by L'Oreal, highly protective against short UVA waves. This was the first new sunscreen filter approved by the FDA since 1988. Mexoryl SX is particularly effective against short UVA waves and is photo-stable, which means it does not degrade when exposed to the sun for long periods. It's a component of L'Oreal's daily moisturizing cream with sunscreen, along with other ingredients like Octocrylene and Avobenzone, to provide broad-spectrum sun protection​​.

In contrast, as of 2022, no new UV filters have been added to the FDA’s approved list for sale in the US since 2002. The current over-the-counter (OTC) monograph lists 14 chemical UV filters and 2 mineral UV filters. This indicates a significant lag in the approval of new UV filters in the US compared to other countries​​.

Therefore, the last new sunscreen filter approved before Mexoryl SX was in 2002, and then Mexoryl SX broke this gap in 2006. Since then, there hasn't been a new filter approved up to 2022.

Brands Doing Good

Our skincare indulgences can add up, but learning about brands that make meaningful contributions can make these expenditures feel more worthwhile.

Haruharu - Donates 1% of domestic sales to the Korea Assistance Dog Association. They also use braille on their box packaging

How to Recycle Old Beauty Product Packaging:

In Case You Missed It

About the Dogs

In the vibrant canine trio of Ike, Lincoln, and Gabby, a unique blend of personalities and breeds comes together to create a lively household. Ike, the German Wirehaired Pointer is often the ringleader in outdoor escapades. Ike is a 2 Year Canine Cancer Survivor! He had surgery to remove a mouth cancer that was luckily found on accident during his hip PRP injections in 2022. Lincoln, the German Shorthaired Pointer, has been enjoying the mild Minnesota Winter. He has been enjoying checking out and protecting the backyard where a fox spotted on camera twice!

Gabby, my dad’s Silky Terrier, brings a dash of sass and charm to the mix. She got a bit muddy during a trek in the dew and got a bath this week! She was happy to get the bath since it paid her three pupperoni dog treats. Together, Ike, Lincoln, and Gabby form a delightful and diverse canine family, each bringing their own unique flair to their loving homes.

This weeks giveaway

The winner is - Lynnda B.

Lynnda B. has been notified separately via email with instructions on how to claim this prize. Provided Lynnda is located within the U.S., we will ship the prize tomorrow.