Moreover, the beauty products that we use are partially assimilated into our bodies through our skin, mouth and nose. So when you think about it, wouldn’t you reconsider the beauty products or at least inspect their label for toxins?
Description: This chemical is an astringent, and it’s used used as an antiperspirant. We’ve all used it at some point, especially in sports deodorants or the extra-strong 24h antiperspirants.
However, aluminum is a neurotoxin that alters the function of the blood-brain barrier, linking it to Alzheimer’s disease and cancer. We don’t know about you, but we’d rather find another way to fight the heat and sweat.
Description: This skin-bleaching chemical is a possible neurotoxin, and of course it cause irritation. In high doses, Hydroquinone can cause a disfiguring skin disease called ochronosis, which results in irreversible lesions and skin discoloration.
Description: Classified as a human carcinogen, Dioxane is a byproduct “ethyoxlation” which involves adding ethylene oxide (a toxin linked to breast cancer) to other chemicals to render them less harsh.
Products that are associated with dioxane, include sodium laureth sulfate, sodium myreth sulfate, polyethylene glycol, and chemicals that end in “xynol,” “ceteareth” and “oleth.”
Description: Parabens are the most common preservatives used in cosmetics to prevent bacterial and fungal growth. The disaster is that they can mimic the hormone estrogen, which plays a role in the development of breast cancer and genital abnormalities.
Description: A compound used in hair dyes and bleaches. It releases a toxic gas that severely irritates the eyes and respiratory tract. We’re sure you know what it smells like right?!
Description: A chemical plasticizer used in nail polish and mascara to help prevent cracking.
You’ll have beautiful nails but it might cause birth defects and even harm male reproductive organs!
Along with other forms of phthalates, Dibutyl Phtalate is also frequently present in fragrances, air fresheners, cleaning detergents, and hair sprays.
A loophole in federal law allows phthalates to be included in fragrances without ever appearing on the product’s label, which means that phthalates are more ubiquitous than we realize. That’s why many of us are allergic to fragrances, or beauty products that have a fragrance.
Skinfluencers have been advocating for fragrance-free products, and we couldn’t agree more.
Description: A preservative and disinfectant, probably a human carcinogen.
Found in cosmetics such as mascara and eye shadows, formaldehyde can cause nausea, coughing, and asthma symptoms, as well as burning sensations in the eyes, nose, and throat.
DO NOT BUY ANYTHING with formaldehyde please.
Description: Used as a preservative and antibacterial agent in cosmetics such as mascara, where it can be listed under the name “thimersoal,” mercury can damage brain function even at low levels.
Look out for it in eye drops, and also skin-lightening creams.
Description: This antibacterial compound found in cleansers, deodorants and other cosmetic products that is classified as a probable carcinogen. Over-exposure to this toxin could also result in strains of drug-resistant superbacteria.
Description: This solvent usually used to dissolve paint is actually a nervous-system toxin! It can be found in some nail polishes. High amounts can affect kidneys and cause birth defects.
Can you imagine that it’s used to fuel internal combustion engines? What’s it doing in beauty products?
As a general rule, if you’re having some kind of skin/health reaction and you’re not sure where it came from, it might be interesting to check your beauty products’ labels.
And don’t hesitate to ask for Dr. Costi’s opinion. You can get an online consultation anytime, anywhere.
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