Uses<\/strong>: Sulfates are often used to create a lather or foam in hand and body soaps along with face washes, shampoos, and even toothpaste. Sulfates can be found in other personal care products as well.<\/p>\n\n

Humans<\/strong> Risks:<\/strong> When formulated a certain way, sulfates can be contaminated with 1.4-dioxane, which is where the risk of cancer comes in. There is debate within the scientific community over whether sulfates are a carcinogen, but it is known to cause skin irritation or allergies for those who are particularly sensitive.<\/p>\n\n

Environmental Risks<\/strong>: Many sulfates are petroleum based, so there is a significant environmental footprint accompanied with the use of sulfates. (Petroleum is mined and produces harmful greenhouse gases.) Other sulfates are produced from palm oil, which is another environmentally harmful source. This is because palm oil is generally acquired by chopping down large quantities of trees in the Amazon rainforest. There is also evidence that, like many other chemicals on this list, sulfates pose a threat to aquatic life. *You can read more about the need to preserve aquatic life and the importance of biodiversity on my “explore” page.<\/p>\n\n

How to Avoid:<\/strong> The easiest method is to look for the word sulfate on ingredients before buying a product. Sodium Lauryth Sulfate or Sodium Laureth Sulfate are the most common sulfates used in products. Norwex<\/a> has a new nourishing shampoo and conditioner that are sulfate-free. Plaine Products<\/a> is another example of a hair and skincare company that doesn’t use sulfates<\/strong>. If you want to shop at Plaine Products, use my promo code ECOEMMA for a discount!<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Uses: Sulfates are often used to create a lather or foam in hand and body soaps along with face washes, shampoos, and even toothpaste. Sulfates can be found in other personal care products as well. Humans Risks: When formulated a certain way, sulfates can be contaminated with 1.4-dioxane, which is where the risk of cancer …<\/p>\n

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