Friday, November 02, 2007
What's In Your Make-Up?
Since we heard the news that some lipsticks contain lead, we've been on a mission to safe-up our makeup -- which is why we love the Environmental Working Group's Skin Deep database.
They've paired ingredients in 25,000 products against 50 toxicity and regulatory databases -- within seconds you'll know if your beauty booty makes the cut.
You can also keep things simple by avoiding 7 of the most problematic ingredients, as identified by The Campaign for Safe Cosmetics:
Mercury: Often listed as thimerosal. Check: eye drops, ointments and mascaras.
Placenta: Interferes with the body's normal hormone function. Check: hair relaxers, moisturizers and toners.
Lead Acetate: A developmental toxin that's banned in the European Union. Check: hair dyes and cleansers.
Petrochemicals: The byproduct of crude oil appears as petrolatum, mineral oil and paraffin. Check: hair products, anti-aging creams, make up and perfumes.
Phthalates: Dibutyl and diethylhexyl, 2 common types, have been banned in the E.U. Check: nail polishes, fragrances and hair sprays.
Hydroquinone: Possible carcinogen. Check: skin lightening products and moisturizers.
Nanoparticles: Untested particles capable of being absorbed by the bloodstream. Found in some eye shadows, bronzers, sunscreens and lotions.
They've paired ingredients in 25,000 products against 50 toxicity and regulatory databases -- within seconds you'll know if your beauty booty makes the cut.
You can also keep things simple by avoiding 7 of the most problematic ingredients, as identified by The Campaign for Safe Cosmetics:
Mercury: Often listed as thimerosal. Check: eye drops, ointments and mascaras.
Placenta: Interferes with the body's normal hormone function. Check: hair relaxers, moisturizers and toners.
Lead Acetate: A developmental toxin that's banned in the European Union. Check: hair dyes and cleansers.
Petrochemicals: The byproduct of crude oil appears as petrolatum, mineral oil and paraffin. Check: hair products, anti-aging creams, make up and perfumes.
Phthalates: Dibutyl and diethylhexyl, 2 common types, have been banned in the E.U. Check: nail polishes, fragrances and hair sprays.
Hydroquinone: Possible carcinogen. Check: skin lightening products and moisturizers.
Nanoparticles: Untested particles capable of being absorbed by the bloodstream. Found in some eye shadows, bronzers, sunscreens and lotions.
Labels: chemicals, make-up, skincare
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