Personal Care Products

Our skin absorbs whatever we put on it, including the hundreds of synthetic chemicals used in shampoos, conditioners, deodorants, makeup, powders, perfumes, skin softeners and nail polish. Many ingredients in these products have well-documented health risks, but the FDA does not require manufacturers to submit their products for third-party testing before they are permitted on the market.

The suspect ingredients in these products are primarily chemicals contained in fragrances, preservatives and coloring agents. Health problems that have been associated with exposure to these chemicals range from contact dermatitis to endocrine disruption and, in some cases, cancer.

To limit or avoid exposure, look for products that contain the fewest ingredients (for example, soap made from olive oil) and those which contain certified organic ingredients. Select the safer alternatives for products you use most often, or those that are used on large body surfaces, such as moisturizers. This is especially important when selecting products for use on children.

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Our skin easily absorbs chemicals in personal care products, especially on the scalp.

Many personal care products contain harmful chemicals that have well-documented health risks, including fragrances, preservatives and colors.

Look for products with the fewest ingredients – use certified organic when available.

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