It seems like every cosmetic nowadays is making the claim about being either natural, or organic, or both. But what does that even mean, for a cosmetic to be natural and/or organic? And for that matter what constitutes a cosmetic?
 
A cosmetic can be anything from the traditional make up product to shampoo, to bath salts. If a doctor prescribes it, then it's usually not a cosmetic, and even though you can eat some cosmetics, and you can use some foods in a cosmetic way; food and cosmetics also usually do not mix. All of those cucumber slices and mashed avocado, honey, and mayo that you put on your face, or your hair are regulated in part by the FDA (Food and Drug Administration). The prescription drugs you take for high blood pressure, also regulated by the FDA.
 
And isn't it interesting that in truth the FDA does not regulate cosmetics except to prohibit a very short list of ingredients for use. This list includes arsenic; well at least they vetoed that.
 
Also a cosmetic company can put anything on their labels, as a part of a marketing scheme, they can even claim that their product is "natural" or "organic" and get away with it, even if their products are anything but. For example Herbal Essences put the claim right into their name, and their product "contains at least 15 synthetic chemicals, including several linked to allergies and skin toxicity; a synthetic fragrance made of who-knows-what; and at least one carcinogenic contaminant not listed on the label" (NotJustAPrettyFace.org). Check out all of your cosmetics and any others that you might be thinking about purchasing at the Environmental Working Group's Skin Deep Website. You can enter in specific product or brand names, or individual ingredients into their search bar and the site will provide a safety score.