The National Toxicology Program classifies Ethylene Oxide, which is used to sterilize surgical instruments, as a human carcinogen. It is also used to manufacture popular brands of shampoo.
Yearly Archives: 2014
Triclosan was initially developed as a surgical scrub for medical professionals, but in recent years it has been added to a host of consumer products, from kitchen cutting boards to shoes. Endocrine disruption, allergies, organ system toxicity are among the health concerns associated with this prevalent chemical. What to do […]
Triclosan
The gist Parabens are used to prevent the growth of microbes in cosmetics products and can be absorbed through skin, blood and the digestive system. Parabens have been found in biopsies from breast tumors at concentrations similar to those found in consumer products. Parabens may be found in a wide […]
Parabens
The truth is, many of the ingredients in personal care and beauty products aren’t so pretty. US researchers have found that 1 in 8 ingredients in personal care products are hazardous industrial chemicals. Did you know that everyday chemical exposure is among the leading causes of the most common cases […]