Skin deep database6/9/2023 ![]() Just because a product is on the shelf doesn’t mean it’s safe to use. Unfortunately, that’s not always the case. Now, you’re probably thinking, There’s no way my favorite skincare/makeup brand would sell me products containing harmful ingredients, right!? Just think about it: your morning routine alone maybe consists of at least six different personal care products - toothpaste, face wash, toner, moisturizer, mascara, foundation, lotion, deodorant, and maybe a spritz of perfume. That’s a lot of ingredients to be applying to our skin every day. And that doesn’t even take into account the other chemicals we’re likely being exposed to throughout the day, such as pesticides, flame retardants, and air fresheners. On average, the Environmental Working Group (EWG) reports that women use 12 personal care products a day, exposing themselves to 168 chemical ingredients. Ingredients such as parabens, formaldehyde, and carbon black - which are unfortunately found in many of our cosmetic products today - have been linked to some pretty serious health concerns such as cancer, hormonal imbalances (endocrine disruptors), and respiratory issues, just to name a few. Why? Because most commercial and even some “natural” cosmetic brands contain harmful ingredients that just don’t belong in or on our bodies. If it works, it works, right? But friend, just because it works doesn’t mean it’s good for your health! Now, I realize many people may not be overly concerned (or aware, perhaps) about the ingredients found in their skincare products. And there’s no real way of knowing if we’re applying chemicals that may be harmful, for reasons I’ll cover more below. Yikes! That means there are thousands of chemicals being used that may or may not be harmful to our health. Food and Drug Administration has banned or restricted only 30 chemicals. RELATED: 25 Non-Toxic and Organic Low Waste Skincare Brands | 9 Non-Toxic Deodorant Brands - Ranked!Īccording to the Campaign for Safe Cosmetics, as of 2009, the European Union currently bans 1,328 chemicals from its cosmetics. So, our contributor Madeleine of The Wise Consumer is breaking down what you need to know about the 10 most harmful ingredients in skincare and cosmetics products…ĭisclaimer: this post is intended to be used for informational purposes only and does not constitute personal health advice. With the ubiquity of harmful chemicals like parabens to phthalates, it can be difficult to navigate all of the toxic skincare ingredients to avoid.
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