5 toxic ingredients in cosmetics not everyone know

ParabenParabens are used as preservatives in cosmetics to help prevent the growth of bacteria. However, it became controversial in the financial world to science when chemicals are found in the tumors of cancer of the breast and is capable of detecting breast cancer development similar to the hormone estrogen. Paraben also proved to be contributed to hasten the skin aging and DNA damage.

PhthalatePhthalate is used as a solvent in cosmetics help dissolve fast chemical compounds to create a complete solution. Phthalates are a type of bad influence toxicity to reproduction, development and can lead to adverse health problems such as cancer.

TriclosanAs an antibacterial substance in cosmetics, triclosan is suspected to hinder the function of the hormone in the body and there is the risk of increasing the incidence of allergic diseases. Triclosan can counteract the effects of antibiotic resistance.

Propylene glycolPropylene glycol (also known as antifreeze) is used as a detergent, dissolved substances, substances create moist, foam and skin. Multiple exposure with propylene glycol may cause the accumulation of chemicals in the body and lead to skin irritation, nausea, headaches and other symptoms.

Mineral oilMineral oil (petroleum) as moisturizers, used to control and balance the moisture on the skin. This is the residual liquid of distilled gasoline from crude oil. This byproduct is hard to take out, it is likely to clog pores and also can reduce lung function, leading to pneumonia.=

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