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Think antibacterial soap is good for you?
A recent article in commondreams.org lists recent studies about the toxicity of the active ingredient, Triclosan which is used in antibacterial soaps.
“Antibacterial Agent no Better Than Soap & Water and its Toxic”
“Triclosan is an antibacterial agent used in many everyday products including liquid hand soap, dishwashing detergent, mattresses, shower curtains, bathtubs, and cutting [...]
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Tags: antibacterial soap, cancer, common dreams, EWG, soap, Triclosan
Another chemical in personal care products (and food!) to avoid are artificial colors. Artificial colors such as D&C Red 33, Blue 1, Green 3, FD&C Yellow 5, and FD&C yellow 6 are carcinogeniceven when applied to skin. Many contain coal tar that has heavy metals such as arsenic and lead. Others are derived from petroleum, [...]
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Tags: arsenic, artificial colors, cancer, carcinogenic, Chromium Iodide, Copper Sulphate, lead, Mercury Sulphate
Diethanolamine (DEA)
Cocamide DEA, Lauramide DEA, Linoleamide DEA and Oleamide DEA are all fatty acids derivatives that are used in the formulation of shampoos, shower gels and other soaps, hair color, lotions, skin creams and other personal care and cosmetic products.
DEAs are used to create, increase, and stabilize foam (for soaps, shampoos, etc) and its also used as an [...]
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Tags: cocamide, dea, EPA, Lauramide, Linoleamide, national toxicology program, Oleamide
One of my biggest pet peeves with personal care products, especially ones that claim to be “natural” is the use of artificial fragrances and perfumes.
Besides the fact that they do not smell very good, they can cause and contribute to chemical sensitivities in many individuals. Migraines, asthma attacks and skin reactions (breakouts, rashes, itching, [...]
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Tags: asthma, frangrances, Migraines, perfumes, pregnancy, pregnant, scents, skin problems, synthetic
Why Avoid Parabens?
Parabens can mimic the hormone estrogen which can lead to or contribute to (if not cause) health problem such as estrogen dominance, various endocrine disorders like hypothyroid and Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS), infertility, obesity and the development of breast cancer.
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Pharmaceuticals and Personal Care Products in the Environment: Agents of Subtle Change? [...]
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Tags: cancer, EPA, hormones, hypothyroid, infertility, parabens, PCOS
Parabens are a group of chemicals commonly used as preservatives in cosmetics, pharmaceuticals and food products. The purpose of a preservative is to extend the shelf life of products such shampoos and other hair care products, lotions, soap, toothpaste, medication, toothpaste, even food.
Parabens are esters or a derivative of para-hydroxybenzoic acid. When you look at [...]
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Tags: "personal care products", benzylparaben, butylparaben, cosmetics, ethylparaben, isobutylparaben, isopropylparaben, methylparaben, paraben, propylparaben
