One of the most interesting facts is that a woman eats up to 4kg of lipstick throughout her life. What’s the solution for it? Edible cosmetics that are not only tasty but also contain only natural, edible ingredients.

Nobody eats their cosmetics on purpose, but lipsticks are quite a different story. It is hard not to eat it bit by bit by accident by drinking, eating or simply licking chapped lips. However, this problem does not involve lipsticks only. We do not even realize how many different products get to our stomach quite accidentally.

Cosmetics that you can eat

If this is a fact that we unconsciously eat our cosmetics, then why not to choose the products that are edible? Instead of using synthetics, preservatives and potentially dangerous ingredients for their production (many lipsticks contain harmful lead), replace them with natural substances that you can consume. If we add some flavour to them, they will not only be safe but also delicious!

Many manufacturers have already launched edible versions of their cosmetics, but unfortunately they have not aroused enthusiastic emotions. It’s time to change it!

Edible cosmetics with good ingredients

The most important criterion when it comes to choosing cosmetics is composition. Care products should be natural and contain no dyes, fragrances and preservatives. Many companies have already proven that it is possible. Obviously, not every product with natural substances is edible – it must also contain edible ingredients.

Some people refer to edible cosmetics as products coming straight from the kitchen. They contain mainly the ingredients that we can find in every kitchen – oils, seeds, fruits, vegetables, dairy products, salt (which is perfect for homemade scrubs).

Which ingredients are edible?

If you eat a little sea salt, it will not hurt you but the feeling itself is not pleasant. However, there are some edible ingredients that taste really good. Get to know them!

• RASPBERRY – the sweetest are the cosmetics with raspberries as they not only nourish but also give the products a beautiful colour. Raspberries are most commonly used to make tasty lip glosses and lip balms.
• NATURAL HONEY – another sweet ingredient is honey, which is the basis of many homemade and effective edible cosmetics, such as face masks, lip balms, scrubs, etc.
• CANE SUGAR – it is a body scrub you can eat, preferably made with cane sugar which work like exfoliating particles that soften and smooth the skin. It will also nourish the skin especially accompanied by honey and fruit.
• COCONUT OIL – this is another natural and tasty ingredient that does not need any additives. Remember to choose unrefined, cold-pressed coconut oil.
• KIWI FRUIT – the best homemade cosmetics are made with fruits that we can easily eat, just like green and sweet kiwi fruit which is rich in nourishing vitamins, whereas its seeds can additionally exfoliate the skin.
• NATURAL YOGHURT – the best face masks that sooth irritations and regenerate the skin contain yogurt. They are also tasty if you add other edible ingredients like honey or lemon.
• CUCUMBER – the most frequently eaten cosmetic ingredient is cucumber. You can put two thick slices of cucumber on your eyes to relieve irritation and reduce swelling and then… eat them!