Cosmetics overflowing with Toxins?
Posted on 23 February 2023 by team tonradoToxic Make-up products are made up of chemical products. These chemical products help cosmetic products to stay longer. That’s because they don’t break down naturally. This shelf life comes at a cost. A cost you are bearing!
The cosmetic industry is trying to hide this cost from you. It wants to make you believe all cosmetic products are safe. That there are no side effects but the truth is quite the opposite. Cosmetic products especially those containing forever chemicals have been linked to fatal health conditions like CANCER. That’s not all……. these products can also cause birth defects and serious reproductive issues. We know it sounds scary! But let us tell you this. We are just scratching the surface here. There are toxins in all kinds of cosmetics.
These chemicals are usually designed to last longer in the environment. There are usually substances called PFA (Per-And Polyfluoro Alkyl). PFAs are man-made chemicals. There are about 12,000 of them roughly. They repel grease, water, stains and heat. Such properties make it useful for the cosmetic industry. They allow cosmetics on human skin for a long time. They also penetrate the skin deeper. And PFA’s are widely used these days. PFAs are found in most branded cosmetic products.
What are the products which use these PFAs?
->Lipsticks -> Foundation
->Eyeliner -> Concealer
->Mascara -> Lip Balm
->Nail Paints to name a few
All most every woman uses any one of these products if not all. PFA’s can lead to a birth defect which we talked about it already and PFA’s can lead to more complicated issues like:
- Thyroid
- Liver Disease
- Hormonal Disruption
- Even decreased immunity
Brands even claim that their products improve your skin health. But what you use may be a concoction of toxins.
The cosmetic industry is powerful in the world. Let us see how big is the cosmetic industry!
Worldwide cosmetic revenue is $100+ Billion.
In 2020 the market size was close to $290 Billion.
By 2028 it is projected to cross $400 Billion.
The Europe Union has tough regulations and has banned more than 13 hundred
chemicals in cosmetics alone. The US has just banned 11. These ingredients are mutagenic, carcinogenic, toxic for reproduction,and harsh on the skin or eyes. The EU wants to protect people from the region against products that can cause serious side health and environmental effects. Here is a list of some substances that have been banned.
1. Zinc Pyrithione
In 2019, the use of Zinc Pyrithione was capped at 1% for anti-dandruff use only. Other rinse-off products were allowed to have a concentration of up to 0.5%. According to the new publication 2021/1902, any cosmetic products that contain Zinc Pyrithione will not beallowed in the EU region from 1st March.
2. Butylphenyl Methylpropional (Lilial)
Scientists discovered that this ingredient is toxic for animal reproduction. The previous publications allowed 0.1% in rinse-off products and a maximum of 0.001% on other products. However, the latest Annex II amendment prohibits all cosmetic products containing Butylphenyl Methylpropional starting 1st march 2022.
3. Bis(α,α-dimethylbenzyl) peroxide
This product is classified as toxic to the aquatic life of an unborn child, and it can cause serious skin and eye irritation.
4. Imiprothrin
A single exposure to Imiprothrin may cause non-lethal but irreversible mutagenic effects.
5. Hymexazol
Hymexazol is harmful if absorbed through the skin or swallowed directly. It's also harmful to groundwater and aquatic life with long-lasting effects.
6. Mesotrione
Mesotrione is toxic to both humans and the environment. It can cause irritation when it comes into contact with your skin
7. Dichlorodioctylstannane
Dichlorodioctylstannane has been prohibited because of its toxic compounds.
8. Iprovalicarb
Repeated exposure to Iprovalicarb can cause organ irritation. Tests carried out by the EU in 2018 did not find any mutagenicity in this chemical compound.
9. Penflufen
Penflufen causes adverse effects on internal organs. It also causes delicate parts such as the skin and the eyes.
10. Methylolacrylamide
Methylolacrylamide eye irritation and mild irritation for the skin. It has also been proven to cause long-lasting harmful effects on aquatic animals. This compound can easily be absorbed by the skin and trigger an allergic reaction.
11. Flurochloridone
Repeated exposure to Flurochloridone may lead to skin dryness and cracking. Besides, if swallowed, it can cause a skin allergic reaction.
12. Sodium N-(hydroxymethyl)glycinate
Glycinate is added to some skincare products for skin softening. It is a chemical preservative commonly found in cosmetics that helps prevent bacterial or fungal growth.However, it can cause serious health side effects. Human and animal evidence suggests that topical use can cause sensitization and dermatitis.
13. 2-methoxyethyl acrylate
2-methoxyethyl acrylate has been prohibited from cosmetic products because of its adverse effects on the skin and eyes, such as irritation and allergic reactions.
14. Diisooctyl phthalate
Diisooctyl phthalate, used in some lotions and shampoos, can cause skin irritation. If consumed, it can cause adverse body effects.
15. 2,2-bis(bromomethyl) propane-1,3-diol
A study by IARC shows that poor handling of this chemical may cause skin irritations. Long exposure may increase incidences of skin tumors.
16. Paclobutrazol
This chemical compound is very toxic for both humans and the environment. It's harmful when inhaled or ingested.
17. Bis(2-(2-methoxyethoxy)ethyl)ether; tetraglyme
Research shows Bis(2-(2-methoxyethoxy)ethyl)ether; tetraglyme is harmful if absorbed through the skin.
18. Ipconazole
Ipconazole causes eye irritation. It can also cause serious health issues if inhaled or ingested.
19. Dibenzo[def,p]chrysene; dibenzo[a,l]pyrene
According to the EU research, Dibenzo[def,p]chrysene; dibenzo[a,l]pyrene is carcinogenic.
20. Dioctyltin dilaurate and stannane
This compound can cause toxic reactions on the skin and cause eye irritation.
21. Tris (2-methoxyethoxy) vinylsilane; 6-(2-methoxyethoxy)- 6-vinyl-2,5,7,10-tetraoxa-6-silaundecane
This chemical compound has been moved to the Annex I lists because of its adverse health and environmental effects.
22. Silicon carbide fibers
Silicon carbide can irritate the nose and the eyes on contact. Repeated exposure decreases may cause a chronic disease of the lungs known as Pneumoconiosis.
23. Fluxapyroxad
Fluxapyroxad can cause serious eye damage, and skin irritation, or trigger an allergic skin reaction.
So what can you do?
-> Check labels.
-> Pare down.
-> Find alternatives/ go natural.
-> Avoid products with ingredients that are harmful.
-> Avoid cosmetics products that boast about having long-wearing,
water-resistant, waterproof or sweatproof formulas, which are
more likely to contain PFAS.
->Claims of purely natural products are no guarantee of safety. There
is no legal backup for such claims.
->Also if possible consult with a doctor.
Final thoughts
What you used to get a killer look might be in fact killing you! So stay safe by checking the labels!
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Links to explore:
https://pubs.rsc.org/en/content/articlehtml/2022/em/d2em00123c
https://www2.illinois.gov/epa/topics/water-quality/pfas/Pages/default.aspx
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