Course 1 - Clean Beauty 101
You've probably heard the term "clean beauty" before, but what does it mean and why it is important? Join Jonathan Van Ness and Biossance Senior Marketing Director Teresa Lo as they define the basics of clean beauty, including ingredients, manufacturing and packaging.
Other resources:
EWG Skin Deep Cosmetics Database
Think Dirty Verified Brands List
Biossance Sustainability Story
Our Favorite Ingredients
EWG & Think Dirty - Nontoxic Relationships Blog Post
You've probably heard the term "clean beauty" before, but what does it mean and why it is important? Join Jonathan Van Ness and Biossance Senior Marketing Director Teresa Lo as they define the basics of clean beauty, including ingredients, manufacturing and packaging.
Other resources:
EWG Skin Deep Cosmetics Database
Think Dirty Verified Brands List
Biossance Sustainability Story
Our Favorite Ingredients
EWG & Think Dirty - Nontoxic Relationships Blog Post
Jonathan Van Ness brings his eye for detail to the world of clean beauty. In an interview with Biossance and the Environmental Working Group (EWG), he uncovers ingredient dos and don’ts and the reasons why what we put on our bodies matter as much as what we put in them.
Jonathan Van Ness chats with Nneka Leiba from the Environmental Working Group about why it’s important to pay close attention to ingredients. Nneka shares ingredients of concern, what “good manufacturing practices” means and how to decipher common labels including organic, natural, cruelty-free and vegan.
Other resources for even more information:
EWG Skin Deep Cosmetics Database
EWG's Healthy Living App - Download the App
Think Dirty Verified Brands List
Biossance Sustainability Story
Our Favorite Ingredients
FDA Prohibited & Restricted Ingredients in Cosmetics
Biossance No Compromise Approach
Sugarcane vs. Sharks
Chemical vs. Mineral Sunscreen
Follain Founder Tara Foley shares why she became a clean beauty advocate and what led her to launch her highly-curated skincare and makeup website (and now boutique chain of brick-and-mortar stores). Jonathan Van Ness gets schooled on synthetic dyes and fragrances and tries some clean makeup alternatives.
Other resources:
EWG Skin Deep Cosmetics Database
Think Dirty Verified Brands List
Follain Makeup Brands
Tara Foley from Follain shares easy swaps you can make at home - from hand and body soap, sunscreens and deodorants to concealers and foundations.
Other resources:
Think Dirty - Download the App
Follain Website
Jonathan Van Ness sits down with Environmental Media Association CEO Debbie Levin
to learn about the power you have as a consumer to change how companies do business.
Other resources:
Environmental Media Association (EMA)
Jonathan Van Ness chats with one of his best friends, body positivity activist and model Denise Bidot. Listen as they share tips on gaining confidence through self-care and skin knowledge.
All you need to know about ingredients, labels and tips for a cleaner, greener beauty routine.
"I’m excited to be a part of Clean Academy to help educate people how they can be more mindful when choosing products and ingredients."
“Clean beauty is a difficult place to navigate. It’s important for us to know that the ingredients we’re using are safe for us and the planet.”
“There’s a lot of power being a consumer - more power than we think.”
“Consumer demand will require brands to increase transparency and to pick ingredients the are better for people and the planet.”
"It's best to say 'no thanks' to items you don't need - like straws, utensils, and single-use containers. Not using them in the first place is infinitely better than recycling them."
“What we buy is an active vote for the future we want.”
“Packaging serves an important purpose, but it’s important to be mindful about your consumption and shop from brands who prioritize sustainable packaging.”
“There’s no excuse to not be sustainable. It’s the question of when and how, and you adjust your profitability and financial model. “
“There are a ton of ingredients out there. Clean Academy is here to help you understand them and how your favorite products actually work for your skin.”
“There are more brands on the market and more people trying clean beauty. Clean Academy is an excellent resource for those starting their clean beauty journey.”
"Today, we're mindful about what we eat and how ingredients affect our health. We should have that same mindset when selecting our skincare."
“It is so important that you have the information you need to make informed decisions.”
“You don’t have to be a chemist in order to learn about skincare ingredients and how to incorporate them into your routine.”
"The efficacy is there with clean beauty. It’s come so far over the years.”
“In order to become a clean beauty shopper, you need to understand what’s in your products.”
“It’s important people understand sustainability and feel energized to make changes in their lives. Personal decisions really do count.”
“It’s empowering to know how ingredients in products are going to affect our bodies, our families and the planet.”
“I feel better and more confident when I know the ingredients that I’m using.”
"Everything that’s created or done, should keep you and the planet in mind.”
“It’s important to educate consumers so they can make the best decisions for themselves.”
“I want to help people make really healthy choices for themselves and the environment.”
“I’m excited to share my passion for clean beauty. You can have products that are good for you, your skin and the planet.”
“Did you know that your clearest, brightest, and healthiest skin yet can and should be from clean skincare? Learning more about non-toxic formulas in our industry with clinical power are a click away.”
