When
selecting kinder cosmetics and toileteries, choose products
which do not have any of the following ingredients
DEA,
MEA, TEA
cause allergic reactions, irritate the eyes and dry the hair
and skin
Petrolatum
also known as mineral oil jelly, liquid
vaseline, paraffinum liquidium and baby oil. Can cause photosensitivity
and strips the natural oils from the skin causing chapping
and dryness, also premature ageing. Prevents elimination of
toxins, can cause acne and other disorders.
Imidazolidinyl, Urea and DMDM
Hydrantonin these formaldehyde
forming preservatives can cause joint pain, allergies, depression,
headaches, chest pain, chronic fatigue, dizziness, insomnia
and asthma. Can also weaken the immune syatem and even cause
cancer. Found in skin, body and hair products, ani perspirants
and nail polish.
Alcohol, or Isopropyl a
poisonous solvent and denaturant(altering the structure of
other chemicals). Found in hair colour rinses, body rubs,
hand lotions, after shave lotions, frangrances. Can
cause nausea, vomiting, headaches, flushing, depression. Also
dries skin & hair creates cracks and fissures in the skin
which encourage bacterial growth.
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Sodium
Laurel Sulphate (SLS) found in
shampoos, hair conditioners, toothpastes, body washes.Strong
detergent which can cause eye irritation permenent damage to
the eyes, especially in children,
skin rashes, hair loss, flaking skin & mouth ulceration.
PVP/VA coplymer a
petroleum based ingredient used in hair sprays.
Padimate-O also
known as Octyl Dimethyl, PABA is found mostly in sunscreens.
Like DEA a nitrosamine-forming agent. There is concern that
energy adsorbed by the sunscreen s the turned into free radicals,
which may actually increase the risk of skin cancer.
Methyl, Propyl, butyl and Ethyl
paraben used to extend a products
shelf life and inhibit microbial growth. Highly toxic. Can cause
rashes and other allergic reactions.
Synthetic colours coal-tar
dyes are generally labelled FD&C or D&C followed by
a number. Carcinogenic
Talc found
in baby powders, face powders and body powders as well as on
some contraceptives such as condoms. Known carcinogen. A major
cause of ovarian cancer when used in the genital area. Can also
lodge in the lungs, causing respiratory disorders.
Frangrance usually
petroleum based. Can cause headaches, dizziness, rashes, respiratory
problems, vomiting, skin irratation and multiple chemical sensitivity. |