What's a Great Natural Lipstick?

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Cosmetics can be a minefield of chemicals and mile-long ingredient lists. Want simple answers to your questions about natural makeup? Natural makeup artist Jessa Blades answers your questions.

Q: Seems like any decent lipstick has lead. Are there good alternatives out there? -Arina Vikdorchik

A: Yes! There are tons of great options, try these:
> Primitive Lipstick ($17.50 at amazon.com)
> Jane Iredale ($19-$24 at amazon.com or beauty.com)
> Couleur Caramel
> rms beauty
> Nvey Eco ($24 and up at amazon.com)
> W3LL People ($23 at amazon.com)

Jessa Blades founded Blades Natural Beauty in 2008 and was named one of Glamour Magazine's 70 Eco-Heroes in 2009. She was trained at the Makeup Artistry School in Toronto and later worked for MAC Cosmetics before switching to natural beauty products. Jessa lives in New York City and works for various fashion, beauty and bridal clients. She believes women can have it both ways — live healthfully and look beautiful.

Jessa answers more of your beauty questions:
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Is Mineral Makeup Bad for Your Lungs?
Is There Natural Makeup for People with Rosacea?
What's a Great Natural Mascara?
How Do Natural Cosmetics Keep from "Going Bad"?
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