The climate crisis is not a good look...literally

What does climate change have to do with your skin? More than you might think—and the good news is, you can do something about it.

💄 Good news: Consumers are increasingly demanding sustainable, safer cosmetics, and that pressure is paying off. From refillable packaging to carbon-neutral pledges, major brands and newer companies responding.

😵‍💫 Not-so-good news: Climate change impacts our health, including our skin. Rising temperatures, air pollution, and longer allergy seasons are linked to rashes, eczema, premature aging, and even DNA damage.

✅ What you can do: Look for reliable sustainability ratings like Good On You, learn to spot vague, meaningless claims, and take advantage of take-back programs from Sephora, Lush, Body Shop, and more.

Most importantly, don’t underestimate the power of your voice. Whether you're talking to friends or writing to your favorite brands, individual actions can spark collective change.

Check out Maura White's newsletter Climate Drift here.

Find Emily Atkin's newsletter Heated here.

Thank you to Anne Cloud with ⁠⁠⁠Voice Over for the Planet⁠⁠⁠ for narrating this edition of Talking Climate.

Music by Bradley Myer.

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