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1. Isopropyl Alcohol:This is a solvent and denaturant (poisonous substance that changes another substance's natural qualities). Isopropyl
alcohol is found in hair color rinses, body rubs, hand lotions, after-shave lotions, fragrances and many other
cosmetics. This petroleum-derived substance is also used in antifreeze and as a solvent in shellac. According to A
Consumers Dictionary of Cosmetic Ingredients, inhalation or ingestion of the vapor may cause headaches, flushing,
dizziness, mental depression, nausea, vomiting and coma.
2. Mineral Oil:Baby oil is 100% mineral oil. This commonly used petroleum ingredient coats the skin just like plastic wrap. The skin's
natural immune barrier is disrupted as this plastic coating inhibits its ability to breathe and absorb the Natural
Moisture Factor (moisture and nutrition). The skin's ability to release toxins is impeded by this 'plastic wrap,' which
can promote acne and other disorders. This process slows down skin function and normal cell development causing
the skin to prematurely age.
3. PEG:This is an abbreviation for polyethylene glycol that is used in making cleansers to dissolve oil and grease as well as
thicken products. Because of their effectiveness, PEG's are often used in caustic spray-on oven cleaners and yet are
found in many personal care products. PEG's contribute to stripping the Natural Moisture Factor, leaving the immune
system vulnerable. They are also potentially carcinogenic.
4. Propylene Glycol (PG):As a 'surfactant' or wetting agent and solvent, this ingredient is actually the active component in antifreeze. There is no
difference between the PG used in industry and the PG used in personal care products. It is used in industry to break
down protein and cellular structure (what the skin is made of) yet is found in most forms of make-up, hair products,
lotions, after-shaves, deodorants, mouthwashes and toothpastes. It is also used in food processing. Because of its
ability to quickly penetrate the skin, the EPA requires workers to wear protective gloves, clothing and goggles when
working with this toxic substance. The Material Safety Data Sheets warn against skin contact, as PG has systemic
consequences such as brain, liver and kidney abnormalities. Consumers are not protected nor is there a warning
label on products such as stick deodorants, where the concentration is greater than that in most industrial
applications.
5. Sodium Lauryl Sulfate (SLS) & Sodium Laureth Sulfate (SLES):Used as detergents and surfactants, these closely related compounds are found in car wash soaps, garage floor
cleaners and engine degreasers. Yet both SLS and SLES are used more widely as one of the major ingredients in
cosmetics, toothpastes, hair conditioner and about 90% of al shampoos and products that foam. Mark Fearer in an
article, Dangerous Beauty, says "...in tests, animals that were exposed to SLS experienced eye damage, along with
depression, labored breathing, diarrhea, severe skin irritation and corrosion and death." According to the American
College of Toxicology states, "...both SLS and SLES can cause malformation in children's eyes. Other research has
indicated SLS may be damaging to the immune system, especially within the skin. Skin layers may separate and
inflame due to its protein denaturing properties. It is possibly the most dangerous of all ingredients in personal care
products. Research has shown that SLS when combined with other chemicals can be transformed into nitrosamines,
a potent class of carcinogens, which causes the body to absorb nitrates at higher levels than eating
nitrate-contaminated food." According to the American College of Toxicology report, "SLS stays in the body for up to
five days...Other studies have indicated that SLS easily penetrates through the skin and enters and maintains residual
levels in the heart, the liver, the lungs and the brain. This poses serious questions regarding its potential health threat
through its use in shampoos, cleansers and toothpaste."
6. Chlorine:According to Doris J. Rapp, M.D., author of Is This Your Child's World? Exposure to chlorine in tap water, showers,
pool, laundry products, cleaning agents, food processing, sewage systems and many others, can effect health by
contributing to asthma, hay fever, anemia, bronchitis, circulatory collapse, confusion, delirium, diabetes, dizziness,
irritation of the eye, mouth, nose, throat, lung, skin and stomach, heart disease, high blood pressure and nausea. It is
also a possible cause of cancer. Even though you will not see Chlorine on personal care product labels, it is important
for you to be aware of the need to protect your skin when bathing and washing your hair.
7. DEA (diethanolamine) MEA (monoethanolamine) TEA (triethanolamine):DEA and MEA are usually listed on the ingredient label in conjunction with the compound being neutralized. Thus look
for names like Cocoamide DEA or MEA, Lauramide DEA, etc. These are hormone disrupting chemicals and are
known to form cancer causing nitrates and nitrosamines. These are commonly found in most personal care products
that foam, including bubble baths, body washes, shampoos, soaps and facial cleansers. On the show CBS This
Morning, Roberta Baskin revealed that a recent government report shows DEA and MEA are readily absorbed in the
skin. Dr. Samuel Epstein, Professor of Environmental health at the University of Illinois said, "repeated skin
applications of DEA-based detergents resulted in a major increase in the incidence of two cancers- liver and kidney
cancers." John Bailey, who oversees the cosmetic division for the FDA said the new study is especially important
since "the risk equation changes significantly for children."
8. FD&C Color Pigments:Many color pigments cause skin sensitivity and irritation. Absorption of certain colors can cause depletion of oxygen
in the body and even death according to A Consumer's Dictionary of Cosmetic Ingredients. Debra Lynn Dadd says in
Home Safe Home, "Colors that can be used in foods, drugs, and cosmetics are made from coal tar. There is a great
deal of controversy about their use, because animal studies have shown almost all of them to be carcinogenic."
9. Fragrance:Fragrance is present in most deodorants, shampoos, sunscreens, skin care, body care and baby care products.
Many of the compounds in fragrances are carcinogenic or otherwise toxic. "Fragrance on a label can indicate the
presence of up to 4,000 separate ingredients. Most or all of them are synthetic. Symptoms reported to the FDA have
included headaches, dizziness, rashes, skin discoloration, violent coughing and vomiting, and allergic skin irritation.
Clinical observation by medical doctors have shown that exposure to fragrances can affect the central nervous
system, causing depression, hyperactivity, irritability, inability to cope, and other behavioral changes.' Home Safe
Home'.
10. Imidazolidinyl Urea and DMDM Hydantoin:These are two of the many preservatives that release formaldehyde (formaldehyde-donors). According to the Mayo
Clinic, formaldehyde can irritate the respiratory system, cause skin reactions and trigger heart palpitations. Exposure
to formaldehyde may cause joint pain, allergies, depression, headaches, chest pains, ear infections, chronic fatigue,
dizziness and loss of sleep. It can also aggravate coughs and colds and trigger asthma. Serious side effects include
weakening of the immune system and cancer. Nearly all brands of skin, body and hair care, antiperspirants and nail
polish found in stores contain formaldehyde-releasing ingredients
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