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odorants, where the concentration
is greater than in most
industrial applications.
parabens (methyl, ethyl, propyl,
iso, & butyl) – Parabens are
just one of a large bunch of
toxic chemicals that no-one
has any idea of what the long
term effects are if you use
them every day on your skin.
Leave-on products such as facial
makeup and skin lotions
are of greatest concern because
of the long exposure time and
opportunity for migration via
the skin into the bloodstream.
The recently discovered estrogenic
effects of certain synthetic
chemicals, such as the
parabens, and their subsequent
effects on the endocrine system
of humans and wildlife, is
of growing concern—
especially in relation to
women's risk of breast cancer
(a recent study found that 18
out of 20 breast tumors biopsied
contained parabens!)
Reproductive abnormalities in
young boys exposed to such
chemicals either prior to puberty
or as fetuses also may
increase risk for undescended
testicles, testicular cancer,
sperm abnormalities and prostate
disorders.
DEA (aka diet hanolamine),
MEA (monoethanolamine),
and TEA (triethanolamine)--
Best of Health
with Bootsy
Often used in cosmetics to adjust
the pH, and used with
many fatty acids to convert
acid to salt (stearate), which
then becomes the base for a
cleanser. TEA causes allergic
reactions including eye problems,
dryness of hair and skin,
and could be toxic if absorbed
into the body over a long period
of time. These chemicals
are already restricted in Europe
due to known carcinogenic
effects. (why are we so behind
the 8-ball?) Dr. Samuel Epstein
(Professor of Environmental
Health at the University
of Illinois) says that repeated
skin applications . . . of DEAbased
detergents resulted in a
major increase in the incidence
of liver and kidney cancer.
Diazolidinyl Urea - Established as
a primary cause of contact dermatitis
(American Academy of
Dermatology). Contains formaldehyde,
a carcinogenic
chemical, is toxic by inhalation,
a strong irritant, and
causes contact dermatitis.
FD&C Color Pigments – Synthetic
colours made from coal
tar. Contain heavy metal salts
that deposit toxins onto the
skin, causing skin sensitivity
and irritation. Animal studies
have shown almost all of them
to be carcinogenic.
Isopropyl Alcohol (SD-40) - A
very drying and irritating solvent
and dehydrator that strips
your skin's natural acid mantle,
making us more vulnerable to
bacteria, moulds and viruses. It
is made from propylene, a petroleum
derivative. It may promote
brown spots and prema-
ture aging of skin.
Mineral Oil – a petroleum byproduct
that coats the skin like
plastic, clogging the pores.
Interferes with skin's ability to
eliminate toxins, promoting
acne and other disorders.
Slows down skin function and
cell development, resulting in
premature aging. Used in
many products (baby oil is
100% mineral oil!) Any mineral
oil derivative can be contaminated
with cancer causing
PAH's (Polycyclic Aromatic
Hydrocarbons). Manufacturers
use petroleum because it is
unbelievably cheap.
Kind of makes you wonder why we’re
putting these major skin irritants (that
being the least of their effects) onto our
precious skin!!!
Go look at any of your bottles. I guarantee
at least one, if not more, of these
ingredients will be in just about everything
you use. I was amazed and I think
you will be too.
I don’t want to overwhelm you with
too much information this week, nor do
I want you all to panic and throw out
all of your personal care products (like
I did!) – You can save money and more
importantly, your health, by making or
buying products with healthy ingredients.
Once you know the ingredients
that are toxic / harmful, it’s easy to
make decisions for yourself.
To Your Good Health,
Bootsy
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