Apply Quote by Margaret Cuomo
“We would like to think that when we take a shower, shampoo our hair, or apply makeup, we are doing so without inflicting harm to ourselves. Being clean and pretty should not oblige us to increase our risk of cancer.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Health and beauty discussion, date unknown
Personal hygiene should not compromise health; we must seek safe products and practices.
In simple terms: Avoid harmful chemicals in daily routines.
Choose non‑toxic, tested products.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- shopping for cosmetics
- reading ingredient lists
- consulting dermatologists
- advocating for regulation
- supporting clean‑beauty brands
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What criteria define a truly safe product?
- How can we pressure companies to improve safety?
Safe alternatives may be costlier or less accessible.