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1) Candles

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Fragrance oils soften wax in candles. In order to keep wicks on the candles nice and firm, they contain lead. 40% of scented candles contain lead wicks. These lead wicks contain five times the permissible amount of lead children can breath in.

Children exposed to high amounts of lead may encounter serious health problems such as: hormone disruption, learning disabilities, and behavioral problems. If you're using candles in the home, make sure they beeswax candles, which contain cotton wicks instead.


2) Air Fresheners

Most air fresheners contain toxins and compounds which are carcinogens. Studies have shown, most of the common air freshener brands used in homes cause asthma and may affect reproductive development. Some of the toxins released, which are not shown on the ingredients label, may cause cancer. Rather than air fresheners, opt for natural essential oils.


3) Art Supplies

If you have children or are into DIY projects, you might have numerous art supplies which can be harmful to your health. Rubber cement glues, permanent markers, acrylic paints, and solvents, which can damage organs and cause cancer. Most importantly, if there are kids in the home, they are at a higher risk because their immune systems are not as strong as a grown ups.


4) Antipersperants

Deodorants and antiperspirants stay on your skin for longer periods of time, so the skin absorbs all of the harmful chemicals they contain. Some of the ingredients cause virulent cancer.


5) Shampoos

Many shampoos contain ingredients which may are harmful to your health, such as toxic chemicals. When given the option, always choose natural or homemade shampoos.


6) Shower Curtains

The vinyl curtains you use in your showers, contain chemicals called Volatile Organic Compounds (VOC). Hundreds of VOCs can be released into the air after you shower in just a month's time. They can contribute to respiratory irritation, damage to the central nervous system, liver and kidney, nausea, headaches and loss of coordination. Instead, purchase shower curtains made of cotton, polyester, or nylon.

very informative

Really Candles have different utilities.

I'm knowing these for the first time. Very informative
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shugadude:
very informative

mattonnairaland:
I'm knowing these for the first time. Very informative
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Glad to know.


Dominique and Lalasticlala, can we have this on HP for more people to be aware.
Thanks

Really? Very informative but, i can't do without some of these items.

Everything now is harmful abi...
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