Based on the results of a new, yet to be published scientific study, a new lawsuit says many plastic containers used in the U.S. to hold food, drinks, cleaning supplies, personal care items and other consumer products are contaminated with toxic PFAS at extremely high levels.
Category: Personal Care Chemicals
New Federal Act: Oversight of Cosmetics, Personal Care Products
New U.S. federal legislation was just passed that includes an act that will hopefully help protect consumers from chemicals of concern in their cosmetics and personal care products.
Nearly All Skincare Labeled “Natural” Contains Allergens, say dermatologists
A study conducted by dermatologists has revealed the vast majority of skincare products labeled “natural” contain ingredients that can cause allergic reactions.
Chemicals in Food and Products Causing Sperm Counts to Crash: Scientists
Yet another new scientific study has confirmed that toxic, endocrine-disrupting chemicals in our personal care products, food, home care products and general environment may be behind the dramatic drop in sperm counts worldwide.
Phthalate Chemicals in Everyday Products Activate Uterine Fibroid Tumors
Scientists have demonstrated a causal link between phthalates (toxic chemicals found in everyday consumer products like personal care, food and home care products) and the increased growth of uterine fibroid tumors.
RECALL: Carcinogen Present in Dry Shampoos
There is a new recall of several popular brands of dry shampoo due to the presence of benzene–a known carcinogen.
Lawsuit: Carcinogenic Chemicals in Hair Care Products
A new lawsuit alleges the personal care giants L’Oréal and four other companies sold hair relaxers to the public knowing they had a risk of causing uterine cancer.
Will Asbestos Finally be Banned in the U.S.?
The EPA is set to finally outlaw asbestos in the U.S. The big question: Can they win against the money and power of Big Chemical?
Hair Straightening Chemicals Increase Risk for Uterine Cancer: Study
Scientific researchers have found that women who frequently use hair straightening products are more than twice as likely to go on to develop uterine cancer as women who do not use these products.
Toxic Chemicals in Halloween Face Paints, Powders
Halloween activities are just around the corner and parents need to beware of toxic chemicals present in face paint and powders for kids.
