{"id":24996,"date":"2018-03-12T08:00:28","date_gmt":"2018-03-12T12:00:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.qcmakeupacademy.com\/?p=24996"},"modified":"2018-03-12T08:00:28","modified_gmt":"2018-03-12T12:00:28","slug":"7-dangerous-chemicals-lurking-skincare-products","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.qcmakeupacademy.com\/blog\/2018\/03\/7-dangerous-chemicals-lurking-skincare-products","title":{"rendered":"7 Dangerous Chemicals Lurking in Your Skincare Products"},"content":{"rendered":"<i>Diane Elizabeth is the founder of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.skincareox.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Skin Care Ox<\/a>, a beauty and wellness blog dedicated to spreading awareness through accurate, beautiful, and informative skincare content. Aspiring makeup artists can discover non-toxic makeup alternatives and learn more information on how to avoid harmful chemicals and by using her tool:<a href=\"https:\/\/www.skincareox.com\/ultimate-list-best-organic-makeup-brands-products\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"> The Ultimate List of the Best Organic Makeup Brands and Products<\/a>.<\/i>\n\nEvery day, the average woman applies 515 synthetic chemicals to her body. Products like shampoos, hairsprays, body lotions, deodorants, makeup, and even perfumes contain these harmful chemicals. Linked to a large number of health problems, they cause everything from skin irritation and allergic reactions to cancer and issues having children. There is a lot of concerning research regarding these chemicals, but companies continue to use these dangerous toxins because they are cheap and there are often no laws restricting them (yet).\n\nThe best way to protect yourself and your clients is to become informed. Learn about risky ingredients to look out for, why they are dangerous, and how to find safer alternatives. This is the absolute best way to make better choices!\n\nAlso, every product you buy helps make a difference. As more consumers change their buying habits and demand safer beauty products, manufacturers will have no choice but to change their standards.\n\nHere are seven dangerous chemicals that are hidden in popular skincare products and how you can identify safer alternatives.\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 eztoc-toggle-hide-by-default' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.qcmakeupacademy.com\/blog\/2018\/03\/7-dangerous-chemicals-lurking-skincare-products\/#1_Parabens\" >1. Parabens<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.qcmakeupacademy.com\/blog\/2018\/03\/7-dangerous-chemicals-lurking-skincare-products\/#2_Fragrance\" >2. Fragrance<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.qcmakeupacademy.com\/blog\/2018\/03\/7-dangerous-chemicals-lurking-skincare-products\/#3_Phthalates\" >3. Phthalates<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.qcmakeupacademy.com\/blog\/2018\/03\/7-dangerous-chemicals-lurking-skincare-products\/#4_Triclosan\" >4. Triclosan<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.qcmakeupacademy.com\/blog\/2018\/03\/7-dangerous-chemicals-lurking-skincare-products\/#5_Sodium_Lauryl_Sulfate_SLS\" >5. Sodium Lauryl Sulfate (SLS)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.qcmakeupacademy.com\/blog\/2018\/03\/7-dangerous-chemicals-lurking-skincare-products\/#6_Propylene_Glycol\" >6. Propylene Glycol<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.qcmakeupacademy.com\/blog\/2018\/03\/7-dangerous-chemicals-lurking-skincare-products\/#7_Petroleum_Mineral_Oils_Petrochemicals\" >7. Petroleum &amp; Mineral Oils (Petrochemicals)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.qcmakeupacademy.com\/blog\/2018\/03\/7-dangerous-chemicals-lurking-skincare-products\/#Want_to_learn_more_about_skincare_ingredients_that_actually_benefit_the_skin_Check_out_QCs_new_Skincare_Course\" >Want to learn more about skincare ingredients that actually benefit the skin? Check out QC\u2019s new Skincare Course!<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Parabens\"><\/span>1. Parabens<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"672\" height=\"446\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-25047\" src=\"https:\/\/www.qcmakeupacademy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/plastic-containers-for-skincare.jpg\" alt=\"plastic containers for skin care products\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.qcmakeupacademy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/plastic-containers-for-skincare.jpg 672w, https:\/\/www.qcmakeupacademy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/plastic-containers-for-skincare-300x199.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 672px) 100vw, 672px\" \/>\n\nParabens are cheap preservatives used in a wide range of cosmetic products. They prevent bacteria, mold, fungus, and even parasites from growing. Almost 60% of all cosmetic products contain parabens.\n\nThere are a few major concerns with parabens:\n<ol>\n \t<li>Studies show that these chemicals can be absorbed through our skin and into our bloodstream where they then stay and pile up.<\/li>\n \t<li>They <a href=\"https:\/\/davidsuzuki.org\/queen-of-green\/dirty-dozen-parabens\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">mimic estrogen in the body<\/a> and may disrupt our natural hormonal balance.<\/li>\n \t<li>There may be a link between paraben exposure and breast cancer. This is not certain, but existing research is enough to prompt changes in consumer cosmetic choices.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\nThere are many alternatives to parabens which are safe and just as effective!\n\n<b>Best Alternatives:<\/b> Vitamin E, rosemary extract, fermented radish root, grapefruit seed extract, sodium benzoate, and antioxidant oils such as almond, avocado, and hemp seed oil.\n\n<b>Concerning Alternatives: <\/b>Ethylhexylglycerin and phenoxyethanol (both have been linked to skin irritation).\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Fragrance\"><\/span>2. Fragrance<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\nFragrances (or perfume) are in nearly 50% of all cosmetic products. These blends of aromatics, which give beauty products their trademark scents, are often chemical cocktails. &#8220;Fragrance&#8221; is essentially a catch-all term for \u201csecret ingredients\u201d. The problem with fragrance is that the law does not require companies to tell consumers what is actually in these secret \u201cblends\u201d. It is impossible to know what any blend is made of.\n\nTherefore, some clean cosmetic companies will release products that are fragrance-free. These products are often marketed to those with sensitive skin and babies. Now, this doesn&#8217;t mean the product doesn&#8217;t smell like anything. It just indicates that the products retain their natural scent and are not masked by a fragrance blend.\n\nA <a href=\"http:\/\/www.safecosmetics.org\/get-the-facts\/chemicals-of-concern\/fragrance\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">study by the Campaign for Safe Cosmetics<\/a> looked at 17 brand name fragrance products and discovered 14 chemicals known to have potentially harmful effects on the human body. The FDA also notes that fragrance blends are responsible for up to 30% of all allergic reactions to skincare products.\n\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"672\" height=\"448\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-25048\" src=\"https:\/\/www.qcmakeupacademy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/pipette.jpg\" alt=\"dangerous chemicals in skin care products\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.qcmakeupacademy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/pipette.jpg 672w, https:\/\/www.qcmakeupacademy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/pipette-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 672px) 100vw, 672px\" \/>\n\n<b>Best Alternatives:<\/b> fragrance-free or unscented products and high-quality essential oils\n\n<b>Concerning Alternatives:<\/b> any synthetic fragrance substitute\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Phthalates\"><\/span>3. Phthalates<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\nPhthalates are a group of chemicals used to make products more liquid and less dry. You can find these in products like nail polish, detergents, toys, shampoos, creams, and moisturizers. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hsph.harvard.edu\/news\/features\/phthalates-exposure-pregnancy-loss-gestational-diabetes\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Several studies<\/a> show links to male and female reproductive defects, asthma, ADHD, breast cancer, and even diabetes. Just to be safe, avoid phthalates when possible.\n\nThe problem is that \u201cfragrance\u201d includes phthalates, making them impossible to identify on the product label. The best way to avoid phthalates is to avoid products that contain fragrance and come in cheap plastic packaging. You should also shop from high-integrity beauty brands who say that they avoid using these chemicals.\n\n<b>Best Alternatives: <\/b>Avoid products with fragrance, use products in glass containers.\n\n<b>Concerning Alternatives: <\/b>Bio-based plastics may contain pesticides, petroleum, or other potentially concerning chemicals.\n<h4>Discover the best products are for your skin type! Check out these related articles:<\/h4>\n<ul>\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.qcmakeupacademy.com\/2017\/12\/building-makeup-kit-skin-types\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Building Your Makeup Kit: All About Skin Types<\/a><\/li>\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.qcmakeupacademy.com\/2018\/01\/building-your-makeup-kit-the-best-skin-products-and-brands\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Building Your Makeup Kit: The Best Skin Products and Brands<\/a><\/li>\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.qcmakeupacademy.com\/2018\/03\/skincare-course-sample-identifying-skin-types\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Skincare Course Sample: Identifying Skin Types<\/a><\/li>\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.qcmakeupacademy.com\/2018\/03\/boost-makeup-artistry-certification-skin-care-training\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Boost Your Makeup Artistry Certification With Skincare Training<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Triclosan\"><\/span>4. Triclosan<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"672\" height=\"448\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-25051\" src=\"https:\/\/www.qcmakeupacademy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/natural-recommended-ingredients-for-skin-care-products.jpg\" alt=\"natural recommended ingredients for skin care products\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.qcmakeupacademy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/natural-recommended-ingredients-for-skin-care-products.jpg 672w, https:\/\/www.qcmakeupacademy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/natural-recommended-ingredients-for-skin-care-products-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 672px) 100vw, 672px\" \/>\n\nTriclosan (also known as Microban) is another chemical commonly used as a preservative in skincare products. Any skincare product that claims to have anti-bacterial properties likely includes triclosan.\n\nTriclosan is often added to anti-bacterial soaps and hand-sanitizers. However, they kill both good <em>and<\/em> bad bacteria indiscriminately. Plus, the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fda.gov\/drugs\/information-drug-class\/qa-consumers-health-care-antiseptics\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">FDA has no evidence<\/a> that &#8220;triclosan in OTC (over-the-counter) consumer antibacterial soaps and body washes provide any benefit over washing with regular soap and water.&#8221;\n\nThere&#8217;s also <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cnn.com\/2019\/04\/29\/health\/antimicrobial-resistance-report-bn\/index.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">evidence that suggests Triclosan can lead to the growth of &#8220;superbugs&#8221;<\/a> that are resistant to antibiotic treatment. Triclosan may disrupt your natural hormonal balance and weaken your immune systems. It can build up in your fat cells over time and can be detected in breast milk, blood, and urine.\n\n<b>Best Alternatives:<\/b> Essential oils such as thyme, rosemary, lavender, and citrus.\n\n<b>Concerning Alternatives:<\/b> Benzethonium Chloride (synthetic anti-bacterial linked to health risks).\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Sodium_Lauryl_Sulfate_SLS\"><\/span>5. Sodium Lauryl Sulfate (SLS)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"672\" height=\"448\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-25052\" src=\"https:\/\/www.qcmakeupacademy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/dangerous-chemicals-found-in-skin-care-products.jpg\" alt=\"dangerous chemicals found in skin care products\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.qcmakeupacademy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/dangerous-chemicals-found-in-skin-care-products.jpg 672w, https:\/\/www.qcmakeupacademy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/dangerous-chemicals-found-in-skin-care-products-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 672px) 100vw, 672px\" \/>\n\nSLS is one of the most common ingredients used in shampoos, soaps, body washes, and just about anything that creates a thick foam. Sodium lauryl sulfate (SLS) is in up to 90% of skincare products.\n\nThe ingredient itself is not the biggest health concern. But, the <a href=\"https:\/\/davidsuzuki.org\/queen-of-green\/dirty-dozen-sodium-laureth-sulfate\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">harmful contaminants<\/a> created during the manufacturing process are another story. This includes possible chemicals that may cause kidney and liver defects.\n\n<b>Best Alternatives:<\/b> SLS-free formulations, foam-free natural products, coco-glucoside, decyl glucoside, saponified carrier oils or castile soaps (such as coconut, olive oil, and sunflower oils).\n\n<b>Concerning Alternatives:<\/b> Sodium coco-sulfate (produced in a similar fashion as SLS. This alternative actually contains SLS and a blend of other coconut-derived sulfates, and it carries similar irritation risks as SLS).\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Propylene_Glycol\"><\/span>6. Propylene Glycol<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\nPropylene glycol (also known as PG) is an ingredient in a variety of liquid skincare products, as well as in antifreeze, brake fluid, and paints. PG may allow harmful chemicals to <a href=\"https:\/\/davidsuzuki.org\/queen-of-green\/dirty-dozen-peg-compounds-contaminants\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">seep further<\/a> into your skin and bloodstream than they could otherwise do on their own.\n\nPG has been <a href=\"https:\/\/www.atsdr.cdc.gov\/phs\/phs.asp?id=1120&amp;tid=240\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">linked to some cases of skin inflammation and irritation<\/a>. While PG can prevent moisture loss by creating a seal over your skin, it can also make your skin drier by drawing moisture from the deeper layers of your skin towards the top-most layers.\n\n<b>Best Alternatives:<\/b> Vegetable glycerin.\n\n<b>Concerning Alternatives:<\/b> Propanediol (also known as 1,3 propylene glycol; safety depends on its manufacturing process. Can be derived from natural sources made with GMOs).\n\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"672\" height=\"448\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-25049\" src=\"https:\/\/www.qcmakeupacademy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Stay-away-from-phthalates.jpg\" alt=\"Stay away from phthalates\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.qcmakeupacademy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Stay-away-from-phthalates.jpg 672w, https:\/\/www.qcmakeupacademy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Stay-away-from-phthalates-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 672px) 100vw, 672px\" \/>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_Petroleum_Mineral_Oils_Petrochemicals\"><\/span>7. Petroleum &amp; Mineral Oils (Petrochemicals)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\nUsed in skincare products for a variety of reasons, petrochemicals have been linked to major health concerns. Petroleum-based products can be contaminated with dozens of toxic chemicals, some known to cause cancer and damage nerves.\n\n22% of beauty products contain toxic levels of these harmful chemicals. Petroleum-based ingredients can also penetrate the skin, causing further health hazards. A 2009 study showed that using mineral oil products has the potential to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/books\/NBK304428\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">increase the rate of tumor growth<\/a>.\n\n<b>Best Alternatives:<\/b> Natural moisturizers such as vegetable glycerin, coconut oil, sunflower oil, olive oil, raw honey, and shea butter.\n\n<b>Concerning Alternatives:<\/b> Paraffin wax, toluene, polyethylene glycol, diethanolamine, ethanolamine, and fragrances.\n<h2 class=\"cta\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Want_to_learn_more_about_skincare_ingredients_that_actually_benefit_the_skin_Check_out_QCs_new_Skincare_Course\"><\/span>Want to learn more about skincare ingredients that actually benefit the skin? Check out <a href=\"https:\/\/www.qcmakeupacademy.com\/online-makeup-courses\/skincare-course\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">QC\u2019s new Skincare Course<\/a>!<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Despite what labels may say, many skincare products are filled with harmful chemicals that can cause serious health effects. 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