23 Feb 2008 11:15:17 | Kathy Joyce
Many women wear make-up every day. It enhances appearance and
can add confidence. However many cosmetics and skin care
preparations contain carcinogenic ingredients.
Foundation creams often contain bentonite which is used to put
out fires.It suffocates the flames so that oxygen can't get
through to inflame the fire. In skincare preparations bentonite
suffocates the skin, stopping it from breathing.
Liquid foundations may contain mineral oil which is a potential
carcinogenic.
Most of us use a moisturiser every day on our skin in the hope
of improving our skin and protecting it from the elements.
However the majority of them contain molecules that are to large
to enter the pores of the skin. As a result these creams sit on
the surface of the skin gradually blocking the pores and glands.
The sweat glands are unable to work properly and the oil glands
can't drain effectively resulting in the build up of toxins and
bacteria in the skin. This in turn can cause black heads, spots
and a dull complexion.
Propylene glycol is also commonly found in skincare products.
It's a cosmetic form of mineral oil found in industrial
antifreeze, and brake fluid. It acts as a moisture retainer by
preventing the escape of water or moisture from the skin.
Material data safety sheets warn against skin contact with
propylene glycol as it can be an iritant and cause liver
abnormalities and kidney damage.
You would be better off drinking 2 litres of water a day to
rehydrate the skin than spending a fortune on some of these
expensive moisturisers.
Many eyeshadows and blushers contain talc which is very similar
to asbestos. Talc is a known carcinogen and has been linked to
ovarian and lung cancer. Numerous tests have shown a link
between using talc in the genital area and ovarian cancer. It
also posses a health risk when inhaled into the lungs.
Other powders found in these products contain artificial
fragrances which is the most common cause of allergic reactions
to cosmetics.
Mascara may contain alcohol, formaldehyde and plastic resins.
Sensitivity to these ingredients can cause iritation to the eye
in the form of redness, swelling and burning.
9%-25% of toxins that we are exposed to are absorbed into our
bodies from cosmetics and personal care products that we use
each day. The skin is very permeable and some chemicals can
penetrate the skin in large amounts. This is especially true of
facial make-up which is often worn all day.
The average woman has 4 times more toxins in her blood, and a
hairdresser has 4 times more than the average woman.
Dr Samual Epstein is the chairman of the Cancer Prevention
Coalition. He has researched into the use of toxins in our
personal care and everyday products and has written many books
including "The Safe Shopper's bible", and "Cancer in Britain"
Read Samual Epstein's report on cosmetics
http://www.preventcancer.com/consumers/cosmetics/cosmetics_person
al_care.htm
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