Have you ever took a shower and looked at the ingredients on the back of your shampoo, conditioner or body wash bottles? Do you know what these ingredients are or where they are derived from:
Sodium Laureth Sulfate, Tetrasodium EDTA, Methylisothiazolinone, Etidronic Acid
or how about...
Cyclopentasiloxane, stearyl alcohol, phenyl trimethicone, or cyclodextrin
Which I found these ingredients on the back of my Secret PH balanced Antiperspirant/deodorant.
What about the very vague ingredients list on the back of your everyday Crest 3D White toothpaste tube ... which lists ONLY the active ingredient (Sodium Fluoride 0.243%). What makes up the other 99% NON-Active ingredients?
Consumers are becoming more aware of the dangerous chemicals and GMO's that are being injected into our everyday foods and are opting for more organic produce, less preservatives, and more hormone free meats and dairy products. BUT... are they considering what dangerous chemicals they are putting on their skin, teeth, hair, and/or nails? I think not!!
Proctor and Gamble which is a key player in producing America's favorite hygiene products has showed no sign of loss when evaluating their stock recently. At $80.79 per share with a Share Volume of over 13,000,000 .. people are buying chemically enhanced toothpaste, shampoos, conditioner and deodorant.
Your Skin is the largest organ on your body.... you need to consider what you put on it and in it.
Here is a list of EVERYDAY Hygiene Products and Ingredients you Will find in MOST Popular Products to Consider and their potential harmful effects
1. Deodorant/Antiperspirant
There are a list of harmful ingredients in Deodorant that you should consider when purchasing.
Look at labels and avoid the following ingredients in your deodorant:
***Avoid Aluminum - it has been linked to some cancers and early stages of Alzheimer's Disease
***Avoid Parabens - Parabens have been linked to BIRTH DEFECTS and ORGAN TOXICITY in CHILDREN. In addition Parabens have been linked to EARLY Puberty in Children and Hormonal Cancers.
Avoid Propylene Glycol - This makes the deodorant slick or petroleum like consistency. It has been linked to damage in Central nervous system, liver and heart.
Avoid Phthalates - Using this chemical during pregnancy has caused birth defects.
Avoid Triclosan - It helps kills odor caused by the body and it has been labeled by the FDA as a pesticide and the EPA listed it as a probable carcinogen. You will find Triclosan in many soaps, hand wipes and gels.
Some examples for Healthier and Non-Toxic Choices for Deodorant/Antiperspirant
1. Dr. Hauschka Deodorant Fresh
Witch hazel and sage extracts absorb odor without clogging pores, and essential oils provide a light citrus scent for all-day freshness.(www.drhauschka.com)
2. Erbaviva Jasmine Grapefruit Organic Deodorant
Essential oils of jasmine, grapefruit, ginger, cedarwood, cypress, sage, and lemon give this spray a subtle, sweet scent. (www.erbaviva.com)
3. Origins Totally Pure Deodorant
Organic white willow bark and lavender-infused alcohol control odor. The spice-scented blend is USDA certified organic. (www.origins.com)
4. Bubble and Bee Organic Pit Putty
Arrowroot powder absorbs moisture while organic lemon and clove oils work to leave the skin smelling fresh. (www.bubbleandbee.com)
5. Terressentials Lavender Fresh Deodorant
The lavender formula helps neutralize odors—even the sulfur compounds that can result from eating garlic. (www.terressentials.com)
6. Kiss My Face Liquid Rock Roll-On Deodorant
This liquefied crystal deodorant rolls on easily and neutralizes body odors without covering them up with other scents. (www.kissmyfacewebstore.com)
Source: http://www.care2.com/greenliving/6-alternatives-to-toxic-deodorants.html#ixzz2yFg8SlYR
*** I recommend strongly avoiding these ingredients when purchasing Deodorant***
2. Toothpaste
When purchasing Toothpaste please consider avoiding these ingredients listed:
Avoid Sodium Fluoride - According to many studies .. it is the same ingredient in Rat Poisoning. Minimal Ingestion of Sodium Fluoride would cause nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and gastric pain. Larger doses of sodium fluoride ingested will cause paralysis, respiratory and cardiac failure.
Avoid FD &C Blue Dyes 1 & 2 - the dyes that tint the toothpaste blue have been linked to asthma, headaches, nausea, behavioral changes, anxiety and some cancer.
Avoid Sodium Lauryl Sulfate (SLS) - it is the agent that causes the bubbling or foaming when scrubbing. IT is has been found in many mascaras and several top names acne medicines. THIS AGENT IS ALSO FOUND IN "NO More TEARS" Soap for Children. It can cause problems with eye development, hair growth issues, and is a skin irritant. If found in eyes it can cause early cataract in adults.
Avoid Tricolsan- IT is a pesticide and you are ingesting that in your mouth. It has been found to be stored in body fat which in turn causes toxicity in your circulatory system.
Click here for more information on Harmful Ingredients in Toothpaste
Alternatives to Everyday Toothpaste
Click here for a recipe for a DIY NON-TOXIC Toothpaste
1. Herbal Choice
Natural Tooth Gels – this brand is my favorite for its short and simple list of ingredients in its
Cinnamon and
Baking Soda flavor (though all flavors have similarly short ingredient lists): Purified Water (pure water), Calcium Carbonate (a natural mineral tooth polish), Cinnamon (organic), Tea Tree (organic), Lavender (organic), Guar Gum (natural plant gum) & Baking Soda (natural mineral).
2. Tom’s of Maine “Clean and Gentle” thoothpaste
3.
Jason natural toothpastes
3. Perfumes and Colognes
The average perfume/cologne bottles contains 14 secret ingredients/chemicals not listed on the bottle. Many of these chemicals have been found in stored fat and breast milk.
Source: http://www.scientificamerican.com/article/toxic-perfumes-and-colognes/
Some of the most common chemicals in perfumes are ethanol, acetaldehyde, benzaldehyde, benzyl acetate, a-pinene, acetone, benzyl alcohol, ethyl acetate, linalool, a-terpinene, methylene chloride, styrene oxide, dimenthyl sulphate, a-terpineol, camphor, and limonene. Some of these chemicals cause irritability, mental vagueness, muscle pain, asthma, bloating, joint aches, sinus pain, fatigue, sore throat, eye irritation, gastrointestinal problems, laryngitis, headaches, dizziness, swollen lymph nodes, spikes in blood pressure, coughing, and burning or itching skin irritations.
Read more: http://www.care2.com/greenliving/toxic-effects-of-perfume.html#ixzz2yFoGaWOG
Acetaldehyde is a huge toxin and is listed as a probable carcinogen. It is known to cause headaches, convulsions, tremors and even possible death.
Use Essential Oils or Jojoba Oils for Alternatives to Perfumes
and Colognes.
4. Soap, Body Wash, Shampoos/Conditioners
Soaps, Body Wash and Shampoos all contain similar ingredients that you will find in toothpaste and Antiperspirants.
Please consider avoiding these ingredients when purchasing your body products:
***Avoid Parabens - These are some of the main ingredients in most soap, Shampoos, and Body Washes. It has been linked to breast cancer and this chemical has been absorbed in the body and has been found in breast tumors.
Avoid Synthetic Colors such as Colors labeled FD & C Blue, Red ... or D & C Red 27 - These are labeled human carcinogens and have been directly linked to ADHD in Children.
Avoid Phthalates - This is found in Most hairsprays, finger nail polishes, deodorants, lotions, and perfumes. It is been linked to early breast development in girls, reproductive birth defects. In addition, they have found a link to breast cancer from this particular chemical.
Avoid Toulene - if pregnant or wanting to become pregnant this agent has been linked to developmental damage in the fetus. Causes immune system toxicity and effects the respiratory system and irritates the skin.
Source: http://www.huffingtonpost.com/vanessa-cunningham/dangerous-beauty-products_b_4168587.html
*** Strongly recommend considering avoiding this ingredient the side effects are horrendous and very alarming***
Great Alternatives to Everyday Body Cleaning Products
The Honest Company has a great line of Healthy NON-toxic Soaps and Shampoos
Click here for the Honest Body Cleaning System Product Line
Click here for the Just Natural Skin Care and Body Care Product Line
5. Makeup
Did you know that you absorb 60% of what you put on your face. So you better make sure what you are putting on your face is free
of paraben, sulfates and agents that alter your hormone levels.
Click here to learn more about Safe makeup alternatives and to support the Campaign for Safe Cosmetics
Many BIG BOX Makeup Companies sell products that contain toxic chemicals that alter your hormonal levels in your body. When you alter your hormones you are at a greater risk for female related cancers. It is important to read labels and Support the Campaign for Safe Cosmetics.
When you think of Mineral Makeup ... what do you think of natural, organic, and safe right??? Actually Mineral Makeup contains many chemicals that are extremely harmful for your skin as well as your body.
Check out some brand name Products that contain harmful toxins and the effects they make on the body.
To protect our children.... we need to educate ourselves on the effects of everyday products we use on our bodies. I believe that the products we use are directly related to childhood cancers, ADHD, Autism, Asthma and many other diseases and conditions that seem to be plaguing our children today. We need to correct the problem and create safer alternatives for our children.
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