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The Environmental Working Group (EWG) estimates that the average woman uses at least 12 personal care products—including soaps, shampoos, cosmetics and lo- tions—every day, many of which contain potentially toxic ingredients. The David Suzuki Foundation states, “U.S. researchers report that one in eight of the 82,000 ingre- dients used in personal care products are carcinogens, pesticides, reproductive toxins or hormone disruptors.” Stacy Malkan, of the Campaign for Safe Cosmetics,
advises, “Beware of bogus claims like ‘certified hypoal- lergenic’, meaningless marketing terms like ‘clean and
simple’, and companies that do not list the product ingredients on their website.” One of the most troublesome additives is paraben, a chemical preservative found in numerous products that mimics estrogen and may disrupt normal hor- mone function. Others include diethanolamine (DEA) and triethanolamine (TEA), hormone disrupters that can form cancer-causing nitrates and are common ingredients of shampoos, shaving creams and body washes. Various artificial fragrances are among the top five
allergens around the world, and can also contain neuro- toxins. Triclosan and triclocarban, antimicrobial pesticides used in liquid and solid soaps, are toxic to the aquatic environment and disrupt thyroid function and reproductive hormones. Sodium lauryl and laureth sulfate—deter- gents common in facial cleansers, shampoos and shower gels—may be contaminated with
carcinogens and neurotoxins and can irritate the skin, eyes and respiratory tract. The EWG also suggests avoiding anti-aging creams with lactic, glycolic, AHA and BHA acids; hair dyes that contain ammonia, peroxide, p-phenyl- enediamine or diaminobenzene, and all dark, permanent hair dyes; nail polish and removers with formaldehyde; and skin lighteners containing hydroqui- nine. Forego sunscreen sprays and beware of oxybenzone; instead, use products containing at least 7 percent zinc oxide or titanium dioxide. Children’s products are not immune,
either. Steer clear of play makeup, includ- ing lipstick, nail polish and perfume; diaper cream that contains boric acid or sodium borate; baby wipes with Bronop- ol; and fluoridated toothpaste for young- sters under 2. The EWG’s Skin Deep database
(
ewg.org/skindeep) provides easy-to- navigate safety ratings for many person- al care products and ingredients. Their Quick Tips for Safer Cosmetics wallet guide informs shoppers how to read personal care product labels and make smart choices.
Sources:
ewg.org;
Environment.Nation-
alGeographic.com;
SafeCosmetics.org
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