If you are signed up to the Conscious & Chic Fix you know that we are currently doing a deep dive into non-toxic beauty just in time for spring cleaning. First, we looked into five commonly used toxic ingredients that could be making you sick, ingredients like toluene, propylene glycol and phthalates. Then, we added seven more toxic ingredients to the list, chemicals such as 1,4-dioxane, PEG compounds, and formaldehyde which can cause irreversible damage to your health.
Many toxic ingredients found in personal care products have been tested and associated to a variety of health issues. Here are 5 important ones:
- Cancer,
- Endocrine disruption,
- Allergies,
- Birth defects,
- Immunotoxicity.
*Non-toxic beauty products enter stage left.*
The health hazards I listed above are not to be taken lightly. That is why I am so passionate about researching and promoting the use of non-toxic products.
What to avoid (in a nutshell)
All beauty products are not created equal. Some are highly effective while others are a waste of money. Moreover, mixed-in at different levels of performance are healthy and not-so healthy products because of synthetic ingredients like parabens, sulfates, petro-ingredients, PEG-compounds, phthalates, etc. These toxic ingredients come in many forms and are pervasive in everyday personal hygiene products. These ingredients should be avoided at all costs and replaced with natural options because you can’t put a price on your health.
Ingredients to kiss goodbye:
- 1,4-Dioxane
- Triclosan
- Formaldehyde
- Dimethicone
- Heavy Metals
- Petro-ingredients
- PEG Compounds
- Fragrance
- Toluene
- Phthalates
- Parabens
- Sulfates
- Propylene Glycol
- Sunscreen Chemicals
What now?
In light of everything I’ve share so far, I recommend you embark on a non-toxic journey of your own starting with taking inventory of the products you currently use. I also encourage you to invest in natural, organic and non-toxic skincare like Osea Malibu which is one of my favorite brands because your health and your family’s wellbeing are priceless.
Stay tuned for more toxic ingredients to avoid, how to replace them and information on this important topic. Also, don’t miss next week’s email send, sign up here.
