Chances are, unless you’re really into vegan, organic, glutten free, “clean” makeup, you probably haven’t heard of Gabriel Cosmetics yet.  I know I hadn’t, and that’s really a shame. I’m here to tell you why.

Gabriel cosmetics are certified Organic, certified Glutten Free, Vegan (meaning that there are no animal by products in any of the line’s cosmetics) and formulated free of the following:

  • Coal Tar Derivatives or FD&C agents
  • Parabens
  • Mineral Oil
  • Lanolin
  • Talc
  • Propylene Glycol
  • Hydrogenated Oils
  • Phthalates
  • DBP
  • Toluene
  • Formaldehyde

We’re talking about an all natural, “clean” approach to makeup, which is so refreshing to find! Gabriel’s line of products are mineral based, full of sea-derived, plant based, and 100% natural ingredients, including plant oils and extracts. And the best part? Gabriel cosmetics has a complete collection suited for every woman’s skincare needs.

Now you’re probably asking yourself: Ok, so Gabriel cosmetics are all natural and organic, and that’s great- but are they good? How does this makeup look once it’s actually on the skin? Do their foundation cover up what I’m trying to hide?

And the answer is yes! Being a skeptic myself about organic cosmetic lines, I was dubious as to whether Gabriel makeup would look good on my skin and deliver the same results as my non-organic, non-vegan makeup.. But lo and behold, it does! The variety of colors in Gabriel Cosmetic is astounding (especially considering it’s an all natural, organic line) and I’ve since become a big, big fan of their lipsticks, powders, and eyeshadows. In particular, Gabriel’s lipstick in “matte rose”  is right on par with MAC’s lipsticks, and I dare say even better! It stays on for hours, does not dry out your lips, and the color is this cross between a hot pink and a bright red. It’s amazing on!. Other lipstick favorites include: Rosewood (a beautiful pinky beige) and Wild Orchid (a shimmery light golden pink hue).

From top to bottom: Matte Rose, Rosewood, Wild Orchid

Matte Rose lipstick      MatteRoseColorSwatch                      RosewoodactuallipstickRosewoodLipstick                                     WildOrchidlipstickWildOrchidcolorswatch

 

I also really appreciate the fact that, although making a clean and natural cosmetics line, Gabriel’s packaging is still classy and sleek. After all, just because you’re going organic doesn’t mean you want to look granola, right?

So next time you come in to Barris Laser and Skincare, come check out our Gabriel Cosmetics counter! I’m sure you’ll find at least one item from Gabriel’s line that you fall in love with, as I have, and one that you can walk out of the store feeling good about wearing on your skin (as all the products we sell here at Barris). And for a limited time only, all Gabriel Makeup is 25% off! So take advantage of this offer and buy one for yourself and one for a friend. Or just buy two for yourself and thank me later.