Top 5 Eco-Friendly Lip Gloss Brands

Most of the makeup on the market contains harsh chemicals that have the potential of being harmful over time. Organic products work just as well, if not better, than synthetic brands. Not only are they much better for you to use, but they are also environmentally friendly. Here are some recommendations for some eco-friendly lip glosses.You can also make your own!

1. CARGO Cosmetics PurseGloss - Your lips will shimmer and glimmer when using this product. Not only is it made with natural products such as Vitamin E and Rosemary Extract, but the container is designed to avoid leakage with a 'shut off valve'. You can purchase this gloss at JC Penny or Beauty.com. ($16)

2. PeaceKeeper Cause-Metics - These all natural glosses come in creamy earth tone colors. The best thing about them is that when you purchase, you are also donating to charities. Each color is made for a different cause. Best of all, shipping is free. ($9.98)

3. Eco Lips - Eco Lips Pure & Simple Lip Balms come in Kiwi-Strawberry, Coconut, and Grape flavor. They also offer choices for tint and shimmer. If you haven't had your coffee yet, try their Energy Lip Balm which includes caffeine as a flavor. ($3.49 & up)

4. AfterGlow Cosmetics - Moisturize your lips with Organic Hydrea Gloss in your choice of four shimmery pink shades. These natural lip glosses are non-sticky and, best of all, made in the USA. ($22)

5. Nvey - If you like a more bold lip gloss, try out Organic Lip Lustre by Nvey. These 10 shades tend to have more of a purple undertone. Made with Orange Essential Oil. ($22)