Since a large part of what's harming our planet is due to consumption, will that begin to change in the future? Hypothetically, if consumption of non-renewable resources is sharply limited, could this change how many "products" women are expected to use?
For example - many people (particularly hygeine-obsessed Americans) shower and wash thier hair every day. Well, that shampoo has to be driven by trucks across the country, and the plastic bottle is made with other oils and chemicals, usually to be thrown out after just a month or so. How would our beauty standards change if we were "allowed" just two bottles of shampoo a year? Or would we (hopefully!) invent better methods of washing hair, like using a bar soap which is less heavy than a mostly-water bottle of shampoo? Would the "natural look" become a symbol of eco-friendly pride?
2007-11-12 03:08:20 · 12 answers · asked by Junie 6 in Social Science ➔ Gender Studies
Devil's A .... Care to elaborate on that? I'm not following you...
2007-11-12 05:27:28 · update #1
Thanks, D's A. You're really giving me something to think about there. I can see the link between anti-corporation ideology and environmentalism now that you mention it.
2007-11-12 05:46:24 · update #2
"Would the "natural look" become a symbol of eco-friendly pride?"
Absolutely.
Besides polluting our waters not just with hygiene products like shampoo, but also toxic products for cleaning a house. The cosmetic industry make horrible tests on animals, it is very cruel. There are some brands that don't do it, those are the brands every woman should JUST buy. Some of them Nivea, Esthee Lauder, The Body Shop.
"Every year, millions of animals suffer and die in painful
tests to determine the safety of cosmetics. Substances such as eye
shadow and soap are tested on rabbits, rats, guinea pigs, dogs, and
other animals, despite the fact that the test results don’t help
prevent or treat human illness or injury."
This is a perfect place to help. I know from personal experience they are very serious on this issue:
http://www.navs.org/site/PageServer?pagename=index
2007-11-12 03:43:46 · answer #1 · answered by Flyinghorse 6 · 3⤊ 1⤋
I've been 'au naturel' for years.
I'm allergic to most dyes and perfumes so I use natural, glycerin soaps, baby shampoos, enviro-friendly laundry soap etc. I don't wear make-up (maybe 3 times a year on special occasions) and I can't wear synthetic materials.
Environmentally friendly products and clothing are readily available. The problem is that there is often a markup on these items- even though in some cases they are cheaper to produce than synthetics.
2007-11-12 04:44:54 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
I don't think the ideal body figure has changed much. Yea, there are more skinny people in the public eye than ever before but, I don't think they give an accurate analysis of whats most attractive. I think the ideal woman of average height (5' 6"ish) would be around 135lbsish and very athletic. If anything I'm amazed these girls can get so skinny... it cant be natural... they have to be sitting around starving all day.... if they are getting healthy nutrition is it even possible to be less than 120??? I think the best measure is BMI (body mass index). If your in the healthy range, then you got nothin to worry about!
2016-05-29 08:22:27 · answer #3 · answered by ? 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
In 20 years, we'll see how truly "convenient" this "lie" really was.
*sigh* Where did all the skeptics go?
EDIT: The gross scare tactics used by a certain recent nobel prize winner regardless of flawed research being revered as the most influential eviornmental statement since the 1970's.
Granted, my belief, however one based on much research, but I have serious issues with any movement more concerned with fellowship of politics, then the actual "issue" in question.
One could argue, that eco-friendly politics are not about the enviornment at all, but rather a cry against big business and capitalism, pronounced from socialist standpoints.
No problem with socialist ideals, but lets call a spade a spade.
(very complex argument, sorry to confuse, I should be working)
2007-11-12 05:08:45 · answer #4 · answered by Devil's Advocette 5 · 2⤊ 3⤋
I try not to be a rampant consumer buying unnecessary and wasteful products, but I have extremely fine and oily hair. If I do not wash my hair daily, my hair not only looks and feels weighed down and greasy, it smells horrible, too. My hygiene habits are not something I am willing to give up. As soon as I graduate college I would love to invest in some more eco-friendly products, though.
2007-11-12 03:45:35 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 1⤋
There are some companies that produce organic beauty products that are minimally invasive in terms of production. If they were locally-made, as they can be with the right know-how, that would reduce transportation costs.
2007-11-12 04:31:34 · answer #6 · answered by Rio Madeira 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Beauty standards would not change, as the " lily " would remain the same. The " gilding " on the " lily " may have to change to contribute towards saving the environment.
2007-11-12 06:27:09 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋
I shower every 2 days...
I hope we see some changes.. vanity should NEVER be more important than the environment.
2007-11-12 03:12:07 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 3⤊ 0⤋
I guess it could.
I mean the ideal womans figure has changed as well. It seems that men prefer a woman with a lottle more padding than they used to.
2007-11-12 03:13:43 · answer #9 · answered by old-softy 3 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Yes. If you visit states like Washington, Oregon or Colorado, you will see that it already has! :)
2007-11-12 03:11:21 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 3⤊ 0⤋