A new study has demonstrated that toxic paraben chemicals (which are endocrine disruptors) commonly used as a preservative in hair care and personal care products, may be one of the culprits linking personal care products with cancer.
Tag: chemicals of concern in personal care products
Phthalate Chemicals Linked with Preterm Births
A U.S. government National Institutes of Health study has found that pregnant women who were exposed to multiple phthalates during pregnancy had an increased risk of preterm birth.
Fragrance Additives that Trigger Allergic Reactions: Study
Researchers have now identified the fragrance additives most likely to cause either immediate or delayed allergic reactions.
Toxic Chemical Found in Disposable Face Masks: Researchers
New research has revealed traces of heavy metals like lead and other toxins such as carcinogenic chemicals in disposable face masks.
Carcinogenic Chemical Found in Deodorant
An independent lab has found concerning levels of Benzene, a known cancer-causing chemical, in over half of 108 batches of antiperspirant and deodorant body sprays from 30 different brands.
Premature Deaths Linked to Hormone-Disrupting Phthalate Chemicals
A new study has revealed that daily exposure to toxic chemicals called phthalates, commonly used in the manufacture of plastic food containers and many cosmetics, may lead to roughly 100,000 premature deaths among older Americans every year.
Obesity Link with Chemicals in Food, Products under Scrutiny from scientists
According to evidence presented at a recent scientific conference on endocrinology (hormonal system) everyday exposure to obesity-promoting chemicals (obesogens) represents a significant risk to public health.
Makeup Contains Toxic PFAS Chemicals, say scientists
New scientific research has found toxic PFAS chemicals (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances) in most waterproof mascara, liquid lipsticks, and foundations tested.
The UTI-Triclosan Connection
We have reported on previous scientific studies linking recurring UTIs and nine chemicals of concern used as food additives. This … More
Chemicals in Personal Care Products may Soon Start to be Regulated
As we have been beating the drum about for the past decade, scientific research has revealed there are numerous chemicals … More
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