Cosmetics, Anyone?

[Melissaann829]

Does it matter if a Celiac wears Gluten-Free cosmetics or not? I don't know what to buy. I bought a whole line of cosmetics from Clinique and started to use it and now my eyes hurt/burn a lot. I had to stop wearing it; yet, I don't understand because their website said their products are allergy-tested, fragrance free. What the heck? I heard Neutrogena had a good gluten-free make-up? Does anyone know if this is true? What about foundation, lipsticks, etc.? I feel really ugly lately since this disaster started and I'd love to begin wearing make-up again. One problem. I've got symptoms of Dermatitis Herpetiformis and it hurts. Its not severe on my face but my skin is still sensitive. Any advice?

[scarlett77]

Does it matter if a Celiac wears Gluten-Free cosmetics or not? I don't know what to buy. I bought a whole line of cosmetics from Clinique and started to use it and now my eyes hurt/burn a lot. I had to stop wearing it; yet, I don't understand because their website said their products are allergy-tested, fragrance free. What the heck? I heard Neutrogena had a good gluten-free make-up? Does anyone know if this is true? What about foundation, lipsticks, etc.? I feel really ugly lately since this disaster started and I'd love to begin wearing make-up again. One problem. I've got symptoms of Dermatitis Herpetiformis and it hurts. Its not severe on my face but my skin is still sensitive. Any advice?

I've heard it does make a difference to get gluten-free cosmetics. I personally do use gluten-free for face, cheeks, and lips because it is my son who is Celiac, not me. I don't want to gluten him if he kisses me with makeup on. I have heard that quite a bit of Clinique is NOT gluten-free so that may be your problem. I use mostly Bare Minerals, Smashbox, and Mac. I've heard Covergirl has several gluten-free products also. Someone has posted a Neutragena list on one of these boards somehwere...maybe do a search and see if you can find it. I do use Neutragena Lip Moisture Shine Lip Soother and it is gluten-free. You will have to check with the manufacturers because not ALL the items from each line is gluten-free...they do still have some products that contain gluten so you should ask before you shop.

[Takala]

Don't forget to check your shampoos and hair conditioners as well.

The long hair forum has some good ideas on natural hair care products, even if you don't have long hair. I used a water and apple cider vinegar finish on my hair to condition it, then a tiny dab of coconut oil or shea butter rubbed on my hands and then into my hair. I have also washed my hair with a simple inexpensive cucumber bath gel I don't react to at all, so I'm assuming its okay (the ingredient list looks very okay). I have also used Ivory bar soap or castile coconut soap. The California Baby stuff is supposed to be gluten free, but it's so pricey I haven't indulged.

For eyeliner, I use a mineral eyeliner that you dip a wet brush into, that I got at the local health food store.

You can get the Bare minerals stuff and mix it with cornstarch if you're not corn reactive, to get more blotting power.

I've got a tube of Eco Bella lipstick that I would like to replace, but am having trouble finding it in stores. Some of the Revlons might be okay, call or email the company.

Biggest problem is finding mascara I don't react to, I wear it only a few times a year because of this.

[scarlett77]

Don't forget to check your shampoos and hair conditioners as well.

The long hair forum has some good ideas on natural hair care products, even if you don't have long hair. I used a water and apple cider vinegar finish on my hair to condition it, then a tiny dab of coconut oil or shea butter rubbed on my hands and then into my hair. I have also washed my hair with a simple inexpensive cucumber bath gel I don't react to at all, so I'm assuming its okay (the ingredient list looks very okay). I have also used Ivory bar soap or castile coconut soap. The California Baby stuff is supposed to be gluten free, but it's so pricey I haven't indulged.

For eyeliner, I use a mineral eyeliner that you dip a wet brush into, that I got at the local health food store.

You can get the Bare minerals stuff and mix it with cornstarch if you're not corn reactive, to get more blotting power.

I've got a tube of Eco Bella lipstick that I would like to replace, but am having trouble finding it in stores. Some of the Revlons might be okay, call or email the company.

Biggest problem is finding mascara I don't react to, I wear it only a few times a year because of this.

Try Smashbox for mascara. I know for sure that the BIONIC has gluten so AVOID that one, but I think the Lash DNA is gluten-free.