These days, it seems everyone is trying to go as natural and chemical-free as possible, including in beauty products. But as many women know all too well, it's hard to find the truly clean products out from the others when you're standing in the middle of a very long makeup aisle at the pharmacy or your local beauty store. Thankfully, a new app could now make your search a whole lot easier.
Called Think Dirty, the app basically makes clean beauty shopping a breeze by rating thousands of popular North American and European products on a scale from one (being the cleanest, most chemical-free) to 10 (being the "dirtiest"). Sounds pretty great, right?!
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The creator, Lily Tse of Toronto, says she was first inspired to start seeking more natural products by her mother, who is a breast cancer survivor. But it didn't take very long before she noticed that there was a serious lack of information when it came to cosmetics and beauty. Tse is hoping the app will help users make smarter choices about the products they buy, without having to look up or try to remember all the unhealthy ingredients they should avoid.
Personally, I love the idea of this app. Recently, I've been making a more of a conscious effort than ever before to try and stick to healthier beauty products. And while I had almost no problems identifying the "clean" body lotions, moisturizers, soaps, face washes, etc., I've been having way more trouble finding more natural makeup that looks and feels the way I want it to. That's where this app could be really useful.
Plus, anything that gives cosmetic companies a push towards using less harmful chemicals in their products is always good, right?
But this isn't the only awesome app for beauty lovers out there! Check out some other beauty apps you should try out, below:
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NailSnaps
NailSnaps lets you turn your personal photos into fun and unique stickers to wear on your nails!
GlamSquad
Not enough time to hit the salon? Glamsquad is a new app, recently launched in New York City and coming to Washington, D.C., Los Angeles and other cities this summer, that brings the blow out and styling to you, wherever you are–home, office, gym, etc. It costs $50 and they only need 60 minutes of advanced notice!
Hair MakeOver
Need a new haircut? This app allows you to try on different kinds of styles and cuts before you make your big chop. Just add your picture, select a hairstyle and it will match it in less than a minute!
Hair Color Booth
Now you can finally see how you would look with rainbow hair. Take a picture of yourself with your iPhone camera and get an instant color change!
Makeup Tips & Tricks
This adorable makeover app teaches you how to use basic makeup brushes and tools. Compiled by professional makeup artists, this super cute iphone application covers everything from nails, eye makeup, lips and more. I love how each tip is presented on a pretty pink vanity mirror!
OPI
For all the nail polish obsessed ladies out there, this app allows you to virtually paint your nails to help you see which OPI lacquer suites you best!
Beauty Product Reviews by TotalBeauty.com
Looking for a new conditioner or foundation, but not sure which one to buy? This TotalBeauty.com app has you covered! Check out over 280,000 consumer product reviews on everything from blowdryers, skincare and more!
Natural Beauty Tips
Make Saturday your at-home spa day with this fun app, that offers natural beauty tips you can try in the privacy and convenience of your kitchen. It’s fun, effective and is bound to save you a couple of bucks that weekend!
Make Perfume
Before you head out to buy another bottle of your favorite perfume, check out this super cool app that shows you exactly what you need to make your very own signature fragrance. Sounds like fun to me!
Clinique Forecast
Before you decide to flat iron your hair in the morning, check out this cool app from Clinique to get your real-time weather forecast so you can prep your skin and hair accordingly!
