Toxic Cotton? Why It’s time to Swap Your Makeup Removers

In honor of Earth Day, we decided to celebrate a brand that is doing its part to reduce waste, and also helping us avoid using unnecessary toxins in our skincare. According to Take My Face Off, ”Cotton is the most pesticide-doused crop on the planet. And the pesticides used on cotton are some of the most toxic and long-lasting ones used in agriculture. People think that cotton is a "safe" choice because it's natural, but cotton production is kind of scary. Many cheap cotton balls, rounds, and pads have harmful pesticide residues on them, and they’re the kind of toxins that can get into your body through your skin. While you can wash your T-shirts and jeans before use, there’s nothing you can do about toxic cotton balls.” We speak to the brand founder about:

• Advice for how we can be better consumers and reduce our carbon footprints
• Recycling facts and fiction, and when plastic might be a better option!
• The environmental harm caused by wipes and cotton farming
• The science behind her fabrics and why they function better than any available cleansing aid

Shop the show:

The Mitty Mini Blackout Ultra-Gentle Eye Makeup Remover Pad

https://amzn.to/38w4pYF

The Mitty Ex Gentle Exfoliating Cloth in Linen/Plush with Detailer Tip for Polishing Flaky Skin

https://amzn.to/3j4nDGA

Vlada's Mitty Pout Reusable Ultra Soft Lipstick Removal Cloth with Keepsake Artwork Package

https://amzn.to/3K88wbh

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Abut the brand:

Amanda McIntosh is the Founder and CEO of Take My Face Off, a Los Angeles-based brand that creates reusable, super soft makeup removing Makeup Mittys and Mitty Minis that are much better for the environment than single-use products like makeup wipes and cotton balls. She became interested in beauty after searching for soft washcloths for her own skincare routine. As she spent more time researching the beauty industry, McIntosh was dismayed to learn of the environmental costs of facial wipes and cheap cotton balls. Her idea of upgrading washcloths turned into something bigger. TMFO is on the forefront of combating the beauty waste issue with gentle and effective beauty tools. Plus, they take off every trace of makeup, are way cuter than a gross old washcloth, and can even be used on eyelash extensions! Their newest launch is the Mitty Ex, the first-of-its-kind dual-sided reusable makeup remover that both cleanses and exfoliates the skin. In addition, there’s the Mitty Max, the largest Mitty yet that's meant for both face AND body. TMFO also collaborated with world-famous lip artist, Vlada, to create Vlada's Mitty Pout, a reusable lip cleansing tool that removes even the most stubborn lip color with ease.