Description

Although Zao isn’t completely plastic free this eyebrow powder is still a much more sustainable and eco-friendly alternative to purchasing an entirely new fully plastic product.

Note that all eye shadow powders are talc-free, vegan, organic

and cruelty free with limited plastic packaging.

Important Ingredients

These natural ingredients are what makes Zao makeup so special and amazing!

Bambusa arundinacea stem powder (micronised bamboo stem powder): Regenerate epidermis

A white substance extracted from the nodes of the bamboo. It is mainly composed of pure silica and has been widely used in oriental medicine. Organic silica, which is a component of connective tissue, is present throughout the human body and regenerates the epidermis as it is involved in the synthesis of collagen and elastin. Over time, our capital silica diminishes causing demineralisation and loss of skin elasticity. It is therefore necessary to regularly replenish the skin with transcutaneous supplies.

Macadamia ternifolia seed oil (organic macadamia seed oil): Moisturising and softening

This is an oil rich in essential fatty acids that also contains omega 3 and 6. It has a moisturising, softening and emollient action, which creates a soft touch and helps fight against free radicals

Silver (CI77820 micronised silver powder): Natural preservative 

These micro-particles of pure silver are antiseptic (especially on skin and mucous membranes) and antibacterial as well, thereby preserving the product and protecting the skin. Microsilver is often used in creams to treat burns. Almost all products in the ZAO range (except the two lipbalms) contain micro-particles of pure silver (a natural preservative).

Squalene: Moisturising and softening

This is a clear and liquid oil obtained by refining olive oil. It has a great affinity with the skin as squalene is a major component of human sebum and hydrolipidic film. With its great spreading properties and the ability to penetrate the skin, it prevents dryness and restores suppleness and flexibility.

Packaging

ZAO makeup may not be 100% plastic free due just yet but they are working towards plastic free in the future and are constantly reducing the plastic in their packaging.

This eye shadow is refillable, meaning you are reducing waste and plastic each time you buy the refill rather than buying a whole new plastic casing. The refills do come in card with a plastic label, so we would recommend removing the label before recycling the card packaging. The actual metal containers the eye shadow is held in are 100% recyclable aluminium.

ZAO as a brand and their products are the best eco-friendly options for sustainable, vegan and natural makeup out there, I do truly believe this is a far better choice than purchasing a completely new plastic packaged makeup. ZAO are always working towards reducing their plastic which is also why it is so great to support this brand. Their makeup is fantastic and works even better than man made chemical cosmetics. Honestly you will love this brand, the colours they offer, and the texture of their makeup.