Take Toxins Off Your Face
Over the past decade, the market for organic all natural foods has grown rapidly as people realize the dangers of the toxic chemicals often in or on non-organic foods and appreciate the benefits of nourishing their bodies with the best foods possible.
Have you ever considered that what you put on your body may be just as important as what you put in your body? Examine the ingredients in your own personal care products, even organic or natural skin care products will surprise you. These products are typically loaded with toxic and carcinogenic chemicals that get absorbed into your body. The Environmental Working Group (EWG) has a Cosmetic Database where you can check the toxicity of your personal care products.
The Dirty Dozen
12 Ingredients to Avoid in Personal Care Products:
* Antibacterials
* Coal tar colors: FD&C Blue 1, Green 3
* Diethanolamine (DEA)
*1,4-Dioxane
* Formaldehyde from quaternium 15
* Fragrance
* Hydroquinone
* Mercury and lead
* Nanoparticles
* Methyl-, propyl-, butyl- and ethyl parabens
* Petroleum distillates
* Phenylenediamine (PPD)
For details on each, see this site: http://www.thegreenguide.com/doc/122/dirtydozen
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