Do you know that 60% of skin care products are absorbed by your skin. European Union has banned more than 1300 Chemicals that can cause your skin. Today we are talking about 15 harmful chemicals.
1. Parabens - It is used for Skincare and Makeup. It can also cause Brist cancer. Another problem used by this chemical is reproductive brain function.
2. Phtalets - It is used in Hair Spray, shampoo, and nail polish. It can cause diseases such as Thyroid, Diabetes, and Infertility.
3. Synthetic Colors- It is made of petroleum and Coal tar products. It is used in lipstick and Eyeshadow. Other problems caused by this chemical is Cancer, Skin irritation, and Acne breakouts.
4. Fragrance - It is used to hide stinky smells. It is mainly used in Perfumes. Some problems caused by this are Allergies, Infertility, Diabetes, Thyroid etc.
5. Triclosan - It is used as an anti-bacterial in toothpaste. There are chances that it can cause a Tumor.
6. Toluen - It is a petrochemical solvent which is used in Nail polish, Hair dye. It is dangerous for children. It is known for Blood cancer and makes your immune system weak.
7. Talc - It is used in Powder form, perfumes, Eyeshadow, and blush. There are chances it can cause you ovarian cancer.
8. Oxybenzone - It is to be found in your lip balm, lip shade, and sunscreen the two other chemicals that can be found are an Octinoxate, Octocrylene which can harm your skin.
9. Polyethylene Glycol( PEG ) - It is used in body lotions and sunscreen. If you use it for a long time there might be chances that it can cause you cancer.
10. Formaldehyde - It is used in skin care products such as nail polish, hair gel, face masks, and hair spray as preservatives for stopping the growth of bacteria. It is known for asthma, neurotoxicity, scalp burns, and hair loss.
11. Diethanolamine - It is a known cancer-causing agent. It is to be found in Body wash, soaps etc. It is also known for respiratory toxins.
12. Ethylenediaminetetraacetic acid - It is to be found in toothpaste and is known for toxicity.
13. Mineral Oil - It is found to be in hair oil and lotion. Other harmful substances is also used such as TPHQ, BPT, Artificial Fragrance and various kind of harmful chemicals is also present.
14. Polyethylene Glycol(PEGs) - It is used in body lotions, and sunscreen. It can damage your skin.
15. Sodium Lauryl Sulfate - It is used in hand wash, body washing, and shampoo. It can also lead to cancer.
In the end,
PLEASE TAKE THESE CHEMICALS SERIOUS AND CHOOSE YOUR DAILY SKIN CARE PRODUCTS!
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