Dangerous Ingredients to Watch Out For in Cosmetics

The manufacturing and selling of cosmetics is a multi-billion dollar industry. Although cosmetics manufacturing has improved greatly over time and fewer toxic compounds are utilized, many products still contain lead, mercury, and other hazardous chemicals. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) does not fully regulate safety of either U.S.- or foreign-made cosmetic products. This slideshow covers a few chemicals that you should look out for in your cosmetics

Lead Acetate


Lead is a highly toxic metal associated with neurological and organ toxicity. It also can play a role in cancer development. Lead poisoning is exceptionally dangerous for children. Although the FDA has requirements with regards to lead in certain dyes, it does not have stringent regulations on lead found in other cosmetics, such as lipstick. Imported cosmetics may also have high lead content. For safety, keep all cosmetics away from children

Mercury Compounds


The FDA regulates the use of mercury compounds for use as a preservative in eye shadow and other eye makeup. Certain skin-whitening creams may also be contaminated with mercury. Mercury is a very toxic element that can be absorbed through the skin, which in turn can cause damage to the brain. There is some controversial scientific evidence that links mercury exposure to autism in children

Triclosan


Triclosan is a compound commonly found in anti-bacterial products such as soap, lotions, and toothpaste. Triclosan overuse in society is thought to be one cause of the increased rise in antibiotic resistant bacteria. Triclosan is considered safe for humans, but the FDA is presently reviewing animal research that supports potentially harmful effects of triclosan, including altering hormone levels in the body, potentially affecting reproduction, child development, and cancer.

Formaldehyde


Formaldehyde is a known carcinogen that occurs naturally at low levels, but is commonly used as embalming fluid to preserve bodies after death. Higher levels of this compound can be irritating to the skin and exacerbate asthma. Formaldehyde is also found in certain cosmetics, particularly nail-hardeners. Use products with formaldehyde in a well-ventilated room, and keep them away from children






1,4-dioxane


Low levels of 1,4-dioxane, a byproduct of chemical manufacturing, are found in many cosmetics. 1,4-dioxane induces cancer in rats, and exceptionally high levels may cause organ damage in humans. The FDA assures the level of 1,4-dioxane in cosmetics poses no harm to humans, but the actual health effects of 1,4-dioxane are not fully understood. Avoiding products with these ingredients: PEG, polyethylene, polyethylene glycol, polyoxyethylene, polyethoxyethylene, and polyoxynolethylene. They may reduce your 1,4-dioxane exposure.

Coal Tar


Used in anti-dandruff shampoos, hair dyes, and treatments for psoriasis, coal tar is a known human carcinogen. By causing DNA damage, exposure to coal tar can increase the likelihood of cancer development. Coal tar can also increase the sensitivity of your skin to sunlight, increasing your susceptibility to sunburns, and potentially increase your chance for contracting skin cancer. Products with coal tar should be used cautiously or avoided all together.

Diethanolamine


Diethanolamine (DEA) is a compound often used in shampoos, lotions, and other cosmetics as an emulsifier and a foaming agent. There is some fear that DEA is a carcinognen. Although animal studies from the US Department of Human Health services did show that DEA could induce tumors, the overall results were actually inconclusive. DEA is not considered a human carcinogen, but it still perhaps should be used cautiously

Phthalates


Dibutylphthalate (DBP), dimethylphthalate (DMP), and diethylphthalate (DEP) belong to a class of chemicals known as phthalates: common cosmetic additives found in hairspray, nail polish, soap, shampoo, and perfume. According to the FDA, phthalate exposure from cosmetics is safe for humans, but others feel exposure may cause health risks, including potential harm to an unborn child. Cosmetic products must declare all ingredients on their packaging, except for perfumes, which may contain phthalate.






How to Avoid Using Cosmetics with Dangerous Chemicals?


Avoiding cosmetics with unsafe compounds is difficult because cosmetic companies are not required to ensure a product is safe. Furthermore, most scientific studies are based on worst-case scenarios and certain “dangerous” compounds may not greatly affect your health if used as directed. The best advice is to do your research and purchase cosmetics from a reputable company that you trust.

You can learn more about dangerous chemicals in cosmetics at the The Center of Disease Control, Food And Drug Administration, and ToxNet.
http://www.healthline.com/health-slideshow/dangerous-ingredients-in-cosmetics?utm_medium=yahhp#10

nice post

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So many dangers....
Noodles....danger!
Lagos air-danger!
Cosmestic-danger!
0ral sex-danger!
Sleep too much-danger!
No sleep enough-danger!
Soft-drinks-danger!
Alcohol-danger!
Tobacco-danger!
...all just to stay alive while not living at all!
O lagbara!!!

na whaa oooo

I no even remember when last i rub cream seff... The only cream wey i dey rub na for inside my belle in the form of fruits and good food,and e dey manifest outwardly...
###Team ori oyo/coconut oil/olive oil***

Almost all of my creams contains one or two of these. What do i do? Or do i fall back to the traditional "ude-aku" which is 'kernel oil' cream....see me see wahala o

First to comment..*dancing etighi*.Bt How does one know d particular cosmetic that contains the afore mentioned.Cuz I know some cosmetic companies do not list out all ingredient contained in a particular product.















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Issues

Actually, when you look at the composition of most cosmetics, about 90% of them are not fit for human use. But can one really do without these cosmetics? Even if these harmful components are there will the manufacturers let you know?

ideee03: First to comment..*dancing etighi*.Bt How does one know d particular cosmetic that contains the afore mentioned.Cuz I know some cosmetic companies do not list out all ingredient contained in a particular product.















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My dear you missed it. Try harder again.

ideee03: First to comment..*dancing etighi*.Bt How does one know d particular cosmetic that contains the afore mentioned.Cuz I know some cosmetic companies do not list out all ingredient contained in a particular product.















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My dear you missed it. Try harder again.

ideee03: First to comment..*dancing etighi*.Bt How does one know d particular cosmetic that contains the afore mentioned.Cuz I know some cosmetic companies do not list out all ingredient contained in a particular product.















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You are not even fourth to comment. Onuku

We should just go back to using petroleum jelly and washing our hair and body with dudu osun

Kerosine+palm oil is d best cream.

Looking good is a good business, but now, what is it becoming?........ Its better to eat good food, u will see d result on your skin.

aglomar: Kerosine+palm oil is d best cream.

U wan keeee personNa person go rub dis one for body!!

slimyem: So many dangers....
Noodles....danger!
Lagos air-danger!
Cosmestic-danger!
0ral sex-danger!
Sleep too much-danger!
No sleep enough-danger!
Soft-drinks-danger!
Alcohol-danger!
Tobacco-danger!
...all just to stay alive while not living at all!
O lagbara!!!

Sweerie, God will protect us if you gimme a chance with that one...

The basic principle is that anything that is used for adornment and beautification is permissible. Allaah says (interpretation of the meaning):

“He it is Who created for you all that is on earth”

[al-Baqarah 2:29]

That may be consider if the intention is to beautify yourself for your husband, because this is something that is prescribed in jurisprudence .

But this is subject to the condition that nothing unlawful is involved, such as adorning yourself for men other than your husband to whom it is not permissible to show your beauty. It is also subject to the condition that it does not contain any substance that may harm the body or that is impure such as pig fat. In that case it is unlawful, because we are forbidden to do things that will harm us, as the Prophet (peace and blessings of Allaah be upon him) said: “there should be no harming or reciprocating harm.”

Shaykh Ibn ‘Uthaymeen said:

There is nothing wrong with using lipstick because the basic principle is that things are permissible until it is made clear that they are unlawful… But if it becomes clear that it is harmful to the lips, that it dries them out and makes them lose their moisture, then in this case it is not allowed. I have been told that it may cause the lips crack. If that is proven then we are forbidden to do things that harm us.

Fataawa Manaar al-Islam, 3/831

Dr Wajeeh Zayn al-‘Aabideen wrote an article in al-Wa’i al-Islami magazine about the harm that the cosmetics which are widely used by women nowadays may cause. In this article he said:

Lipstick may cause swelling of the lips or drying and cracking of the thin skin of the lips, because it removes the protective layer of the lips.

Quoted from Zeenat al-Mar’ah al-Muslimah by Shaykh ‘Abd-Allaah al-Fawzaan, p. 51

So Muslim women should make sure, before using any of the commonly-used cosmetics, that it will not cause any damage to her body.
And Allaah knows best.

And this is what pursued me out of chem. Engr. Department. Those terms can make you go mad. Mech. Engr all d way...

in the end death will kill you

slimyem: So many dangers....
Noodles....danger!
Lagos air-danger!
Cosmestic-danger!
0ral sex-danger!
Sleep too much-danger!
No sleep enough-danger!
Soft-drinks-danger!
Alcohol-danger!
Tobacco-danger!
...all just to stay alive while not living at all!
O lagbara!!!

Let me add to ur list
Skimpy clothes danger!
Music danger!
Tattoo danger!
Uv danger!
Over eating danger
Under eating danger!
Tv danger!
Infact everything danger!!!

saying lol is dangerous too..

Kslib:
###Team ori oyo/coconut oil/olive oil***

Yes o!

lrguru: Almost all of my creams contains one or two of these. What do i do? Or do i fall back to the traditional "ude-aku" which is 'kernel oil' cream....see me see wahala o

Please do, your skin will never be the same again. Please also include Coconut oil and Olive oil too.

ehie: in the end death will kill you

Lol.

Ladies would rather die from dangerous chemicals in cosmetics than not use them at all. It is way better than dying ugly.

ideee03: First to comment..*dancing etighi*.

sori yung lady, bt u were 6mins late, beta luck nxt time

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Ori (shear butter)

ideee03: First to comment..*dancing etighi*.Bt How does one know d particular cosmetic that contains the afore mentioned.Cuz I know some cosmetic companies do not list out all ingredient contained in a particular product.















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You were busy typing this long post and other people's short posts came in b4 urs. Sorry o

lrguru: Almost all of my creams contains one or two of these. What do i do? Or do i fall back to the traditional "ude-aku" which is 'kernel oil' cream....see me see wahala o

. A weird scientist out there has found out it causes cancer too. . Try red oil for a change.

The best option is to abstain from it but these ladies and old age women that wanted to re young had been deceived by evil of their soul and they are brainwashed by western ideology which as difficult to reconcile with their base civilization which make them forget their base . Now they have become compromised through some kind of wrong intellectuality. Allahu Alam

Bawss1:

Lol.

Ladies would rather die from dangerous chemicals in cosmetics than not use them at all. It is way better than dying ugly.