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katherinermaclauchlan

As a new mom, I was horrified to learn about the lack of accountability in the personal care and cosmetic industry. Just because something is sold in store doesn't mean it's been tested for safety. In fact, there are ingredients commonly found in products in the US that are banned in the EU because they don't meet safety standards. Some are known carcinogens and endocrine system disruptors. I've partnered with Beautycounter to share what I've learned with others and further the mission of getting safer products in the hands of everyone. Join me on my journey as I #switchtosafer!

Banned Ingredients

Better Beauty Vermont Empty facial cream bottles

An article recently appeared on Cosmopolitan.com that caught my eye (we all have our weaknesses...)- 10 American Beauty Ingredients That Are Banned in Other Countries. None of these were a surprise, but I'm still outraged every time I come across an article... Continue Reading →

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#100Lashes

Better Beauty Vermont The Girl Effect

Please watch these three videos (they're short and powerful): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=muz9DUd7s_g   https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LKvAuo5ilms Inspired by those two? This is what Beautycounter did- they donated $100,000 to the Girl Effect- check out their message here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zxV_o65nZYA “At the end of the day... Continue Reading →

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Sunscreen- not just a Summer thing

Better Beauty Vermont Protect Stick

I've worked in the ski industry my entire life (well, almost) and I'll never forget the time I went to a friend's wedding in March. I hadn't given a second thought to wearing sunscreen all winter and this was the... Continue Reading →

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Supporting Small Business

Better Beauty Vermont When you Support Small Businesses, you're supporting a dream

I don't know about you, but I'm finally recovered from Black Friday (spent eating more), Small Business Saturday (spent working my tail off at the #beastworldcup at Killington), Cyber Monday (spent catching up from the holiday at my office job)... Continue Reading →

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Connection

Better Beauty Vermont Connection, Victoria Erickson

It seems a theme in my life these days is connection. My work in the Snow Sports industry is focused on building instructor and guest engagement through personal connection. My work with Beautycounter centers around building a community of like minded... Continue Reading →

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Hidden Chemicals

Better Beauty Vermont Toilet Paper

I still remain shocked at how many hidden chemicals are in the food we eat, the products we use and the water we drink. I used to think living in Vermont protected me from the rampant pollution found elsewhere, then... Continue Reading →

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Thanksgiving Thoughts

Better Beauty Vermont Beautycounter asks Congress to clean up Cosmetics

Thanksgiving is a time to reflect on the things we have and the things that make our life complete. I'm lucky to have a beautiful healthy family, live in a beautiful part of the world and be employed in ways... Continue Reading →

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Why Direct Retail?

Better Beauty Vermont Wine and Work

  Sometimes people give me a skeptical look when I share that I'm working at home with Beautycounter. I was skeptical at first of the direct retail model at first, but then I learned more. Take a few minutes to... Continue Reading →

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Makeup Monday: Eyes

Better Beauty Vermont Holiday 2016 color pallet

I don't always have time or the need for a full face, but I always have time for a little attention to my eyes. Of all the places to care about the contents of your makeup, the products you put... Continue Reading →

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