June 2020

Phthalates

Uses: Phthalates are dangerous chemicals that are often found in plastic containers, food containers, certain children’s toys, bottled baby formula, and in certain products to make fragrances last longer. Human Risks:  Like parabens, phthalates increase your risk for cancer, infertility, and fetal development issues.  But, unlike parabens, phthalates have been directly linked to diabetes and …

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Parabens

Uses: Parabens are generally used as a preservative in everything from cosmetics, to sunscreen, deodorant, toothpaste, hair products, and SO much more- basically, personal care products. In fact, it’s estimated that 75-90% of cosmetics contain parabens. In addition, some forms of parabens were approved in the ‘70s to preserve food products – Can you believe …

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I don’t know about you, but every time I step in the shower all I see is plastic, plastic, and more plastic, whether it’s body wash, shampoo, or other products- every single one is in a plastic container.  Before I can even look at the actual ingredients in my hair products to see if they are …

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