Fragrance: The greatest secret of the cosmetic industry. Found is deodorants, lotions and a variety of personal care products, federal law does not require these ingredients to be listed on the label.Petroleum: Petroleum or petrochemicals are commonly found in a variety of personal care products like shampoos, contain cancer-causing impurities that contaminate them.Mercury: Found in mascara and eye drops! This ingredient is often listed on the label as “thimerosal”.Pathalates: Small plasticizer chemicals that are hormone disruptors, especially with males. Commonly found in nail polishes and “fragrances”.Mink or Emu Oil: Used as conditioning agents in sunscreens, shaving creams and hair sprays. The oil comes from the fat extracted from the hides of these animals.
Hydroquinone: A skin bleaching chemical linked to a disease called ochronosis that can permanently discolor the skin. Parabens: Typically used as preservatives, a possible carcinogenic. Triclosan: Hormone disruptor commonly found in hand sanitizers.
When shopping for safe products, look for companies that have signed the Compact for Safe Cosmetics.(OPN Safety Rating for Apriori Beauty)For even more information about product safety see the "Beauty Buzz".
When shopping for safe products, look for companies that have signed the Compact for Safe Cosmetics.(OPN Safety Rating for Apriori Beauty)For even more information about product safety see the "Beauty Buzz".
