What are these 'toxins and chemicals' we need to avoid in our personal products.
So we all know that nearly all our personal grooming products now contain 'bad things' and we should try to avoid them, but what are they?? We see it displayed on bottles 'No SLS, an No Parabens' but what does this mean, and what is still left in the bottles?
Here is a list of some of them and why we should avoid them.
SLS
Sodium Lauryl Sulfate - Can cause skin irritation, and can disrupt the skins natural oil balance, can damage to the eyes, also is believed to cause acne.
So it is surprising to know it is found in Face wash and Foundation, also Shampoo's, Body wash, Mouthwash and toothpaste.
PARABENS
Parabens includes Propyl and Butyl Paraben also Isopropyl and Isobutylparabens - Some studies show that it is linked to breast cancer, skin cancer and decreased sperm count. But it is not proven, so is still allowed to be put in our products. It can also cause skin and allergic reactions.
It is used as a preservative and found in soap skin care products, cosmetics, cleaning products and baby products.
BHA
Butylated Hydroxyanisole - It is classified as 'reasonably anticipated to be a carcinogen (which means may cause cancer).
It can be found in exfoliants and perfumes.
TRIClOSAN
Is linked with bacterial resistance, impaired muscle function, impaired immune function, hormonal disruptions, increased allergies and liver damage. Also it is a carcinogen.
This can be found in toothpaste, antibacterial soap and deodorant, body washes and cosmetics.
PHTHALATES
Can effect our endocrine system , specifically reproduction and male fertility.
This is found in lots of things, soaps, shampoo, cosmetics, beauty and skincare products also cleaning products.
FORMALDEHYDE
Irritates the skin, and can burn the eyes, nose and throat. Is a carcinogenic and is a neurotoxin.
You may be surprised to find it is used as a preservative in shampoo, deodorants, toothpaste, hair spray, cosmetics, cleaning products, nail care and baby products.
FLUORIDE
It can inhibit the thyroid function and contribute to bone disease and is a carcinogen.
Found in toothpaste, tooth whitening and mouthwash.
TALC
Linked to caner when applied topically and inhaled.
Found in baby powder, and used as a lubricant on condoms.
The recipes found on this website are some of the ways in which you can make your own products or source products without the above 'bad stuff'. Try just changing one thing at a time, and before you know it you will have a whole new set of healthy possibly organic products to use for you and your family. A few little changes goes a long way for your families health.
As always, these are my findings from my research and you should look into this yourself, there maybe others studies out there, which i have not read, which are different, but this is what seems to be the general census, From my research, this is enough for me to want to eradicate these from my families personal products,
