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Consumer 101 – Killing Beauty by Indiann Davinos
Drop Dead Gorgeous
How far would you go to be the fairest of them all? In Elizabethan times, women rubbed lead on their face and mercury in their lips to achieve beauty. The health problems were innumerable and serious. During the Italian Renaissance, a certain Signor Toffano created an arsenic-laced face powder. This lovely little gimmick was marketed as a way for rich women to rid themselves of their unwanted husbands. One flick of a powder puff was enough to see him buried. Today we would baulk at such a risk but we still happily slather ourselves in chemicals so strong they are handled with protective clothing in laboratories. Is it possible the cosmetic industry is still peddling beauty to die for? How do we know, after all just reading the ingredient list in a moisturiser seems to require a biology degree.
Lets start with the ubiquitous sodium lauryl sulfate (SLS). This chemical is used in almost everything from toothpaste to shampoos. But its side effects can include eczema, irritated eyes and skin (with prolonged exposure) and possible inflammation and infection of the urinary tract and vagina. Checking children’s products to make sure they use the less harsh sodium laureth sulphate is a good idea as SLS has been shown to permanently damage children’s eyes.
Other dodgy ingredients include EDC’s. These gender-bending chemicals are linked to falling sperm counts in men. Some, like Nonylphenol used in cosmetics, Butylated hydroxy anisole (BHA) and E320 (which can leach into cosmetics from PVC containers) are restricted by the EU with a defined tolerable daily intake. However, overtime they build up in our body tissues and some experts consider there is no safe level for use.
Alpha hydroxy Acid (AHA). The cosmetic industrys favourite discovery AHA and BHAs are fruit and milk sugar exfoliates respectively. They work by rubbing off the outer layer of skin to expose the younger-looking? skin beneath. They cannot, as advertisers suggest, permanently improve your skin. In fact, they could ruin it. The epidermis (top layer) of skin is an important barrier protecting the body from UV rays and chemicals we come in contact with. The body’s natural reaction to having it rubbed away is to create a thicker tougher epidermis, trapping you into a cycle of exfoliating. If you choose to regularly use products containing AHA’s then you will also need to use a stronger sunscreen. AHA’s have only been around ten years and their long-term effects are still unknown.
Natural products and extracts show the beauty industry has got wise to our desire for a more natural life. But too often “natural” ranges are just repackaged old products with small amounts of “extracts” added to keep the consumer happy. Really ?natural? products may also need higher levels of preservatives to keep them from going off, and so end up with the same number of chemicals found in all cosmetics and toiletries. Finally of course natural products such as plants and animal extracts can easily be as poisonous as chemicals.
Baby soft skinBabies and young children are particularly susceptible to infection, so products for children under three must have 50 times less microbes then adult products- according to EU law. This does mean they have many more preservatives in them- including benzoates. Benzoates can cause gastric irritation, mouth numbing and urticara and are often used in baby wipes. Perhaps the best option is to choose products with the smallest list of ingredients possible, and use baby soap and water where possible.
Animal magicThe Romans once painted their nails with a mixture of animal blood and fat. While this would horrify the public today there are a surprising number of animal products on our bathroom shelves. If you are a vegetarian this can make life difficult. Some animal-derived ingredients are pretty easy to spot other telltale names include:
Tallow, CI 77267, CI 77268, Collagen, Elastin, Gelatin, Hyaluronic Acid Keratin, Musk, Serum Albumin, Unipertan
Even if cosmetics say they have not been tested on animals, the individual ingredients are sure to have been tested, but not necessarily by the manufacturer.
Are you worth it?
Before you get too alarmed remember few people suffer serious health problems from cosmetics although many find certain products don’t agree with them. Buying simpler products, that don’t make us pay for wildly unrealistic advertising is probably a good idea. Cosmetics and toiletries can clean us, make us smell sweeter and enhance our looks but for real health and beauty, throwing money at the beauty counter is not an answer.
Boring but true: the only way to make your skin and hair healthier, and eyes brighter are the old tried and tested methods of health and nutrition. This means eating a balanced diet, drinking plenty of water and getting enough sleep. It also means staying out of the sun, exercising regularly and quitting smoking. It may not come in the most glamorous package- but your body and health are definitely worth it.
Find organic beauty products in our directory which also sells fairtrade shoes plus we have Ethical Company articles for you to read or publish.
Article Source: http://www.earticlesonline.com/Article/Consumer-101—Killing-Beauty/156806
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Chinese Herpes Lip Cure , Eczema Cream, Night Eye Treatment and Longevity Book $54.30 |
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Moringa Lip Balm – 100% All Natural, Eczema Free, Feat. On DR. OZ $8.89 |
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Moringa Lip Balm – 100% All Natural, Eczema Free, Feat. On DR. OZ $8.89 |
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100% Natural Organic Herbal Dry Crack Skin Lip Feet Eczema TOVA Dead Sea Israel $24.99 |
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Bee Healthy! Lip & Skin Repair Beeswax Balm, 5 tubes. Heals eczema & cold sores! $13.99 |
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Natural Lip Balm Body Eczema Balm or Acne Stick U pick $4.00 |
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Natural Lip Balm Body Eczema Balm or Acne Stick U pick $3.00 |
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Natural Lip Balm Body Eczema Balm or Acne Stick U pick $3.25 |
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Natural Lip Balm Body Eczema Balm or Acne Stick U pick $3.25 |
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Natural Lip Balm Body Eczema Balm or Acne Stick U pick $3.25 |
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Natural Lip Balm Body Eczema Balm or Acne Stick U pick $3.25 |
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Natural Lip Balm Body Eczema Balm or Acne Stick U pick $3.25 |
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Natural Lip Balm Body Eczema Balm or Acne Stick U pick $3.25 |
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Natural Lip Balm Body Eczema Balm or Acne Stick U pick $3.25 |
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Natural Lip Balm Body Eczema Balm or Acne Stick U pick $3.25 |
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Natural Lip Balm Body Eczema Balm or Acne Stick U pick $3.25 |
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Natural Lip Balm Body Eczema Balm or Acne Stick U pick $3.25 |
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Natural Lip Balm Body Eczema Balm or Acne Stick U pick $3.00 |
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Natural Lip Balm Body Eczema Balm or Acne Stick U pick $3.25 |
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Natural Lip Balm Body Eczema Balm or Acne Stick U pick $2.25 |
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Aquaphor Healing Ointment Advanced Therapy, 14-Ounce Jars (Pack of 2) $23.59 Aquaphor Healing Ointment Advanced Therapy is ideal for babies’ skin care routine. It helps restore smooth, healthy skin by acting as a skin protectant. Temporarily protects and helps relieve chapped or cracked skin and lips and protect skin from the drying effects of wind and cold weather. It also helps treat and prevent diaper rash…. |
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Egyptian Magic All Purpose Skin Cream Facial Treatment Products Buy Egyptian Magic Moisturizers – Egyptian Magic All Purpose Skin Cream 118ml/4oz. How-to-Use: Take moderate amount and rub in your palms until it takes the form of oil. (It helps the skin absorb effectively.) Apply over skin gently…. |
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Nad’s Hypoallergenic Facial Wax Strips, 24 strips (Pack of 2) $11.44 24 Strips (12 Double-Sided). For sensitive, delicate areas. Contour Weave Paper Technology. Softer Contour Weave ensures perfect adherence to your body’s curves. If you’re looking for a hair free, longer lasting smoothness to sensitive, delicate areas, Nad’s Facial Hair Removal Strips are perfect. Easy to use anywhere, anytime Nad’s Facial Hair Removal Strips remove hair by the roots and with regu… |
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Adhesive Bandages Perfect for the young or young at heart…. |
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DCI Yummy Pocket, Sushi $2.95 This Sushi Yummy Pocket keeps your loose coins tucked safely inside, like California rolls in a bento box! Resembling a fresh spread of exotic sushi rolls, this compact novelty coin purse is small enough that you won’t have to dig deep in search of lost pens or dollar bills. This unique wallet even features a zipper to keep all your necessities extra safe. Just don’t accidentally pour some soy sau… |
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DCI Pocket Money $3.70 This pouch puts the fun in funcational…. |
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DCI Yummy Pocket, Hot Dog $2.80 This pouch puts the fun in funcational…. |
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Accoutrements Lip Balm – Bacon $0.01 Every time you eat bacon don’t you wish you could taste that cured meat flavor all day long? Well, now you can! Just carry around a tube of this Bacon Lip Balm and you can keep your lips moist and meaty around the clock. Warning: Your lips will smell like bacon, but they are not bacon. Do not bite your lips. Each tube is 2-1/2″ (6.4 cm) long with a twist bottom dispenser…. |
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Boo Boo Kisses Bandages Novelty $2.30 Boo Boo Kisses bandages come in the shape of lips in assorted lipstick colors. Each metal tin includes 15 die-cut, sterile bandages and a free toy. Bandages are 1″ x 2.25″ and ready to take on scratches, small cuts and boo-boos…. |
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Accoutrements Lip Balm – Wasabi $0.99 This unconventional lip balm features the unique flavor of wasabi without the tear-inducing shock to your sinuses. Great for sushi lovers and fans of really weird lip balm. Each tube is 2-1/2″ (6.4 cm) long with a twist bottom dispenser…. |
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Eczema $58.94 Eczema is a disease in a form of dermatitis, or inflammation of the epidermis. The term eczema is broadly applied to a range of persistent skin conditions. These include dryness and recurring skin rashes that are characterized by one or more of these symptoms: redness, skin edema (swelling), itching and dryness, crusting, flaking, blistering, cracking, oozing, or bleeding. Areas of temporary skin discoloration may appear and are sometimes due to healed lesions, although scarring up is rare. In contrast to psoriasis, eczema is often likely to be found on the flexor aspect of joints. Author: Miller, Frederic P./ Vandome, Agnes F./ McBrewster, John Binding Type: Paperback Number of Pages: 68 Publication Date: 2010/07/27 Language: English Dimensions: 5.98 x 9.01 x 0.16 inches |
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Eczema Ointment $19.99 Eczema Ointment – Premium Poster |
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Lips $10 Lips |
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Eczema by Jones, Maggie Edition , 0 $11.49 Eczema. Jones, Maggie |
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Understanding Childhood Eczema $16.99 General Self-Help : Understanding Childhood Eczema |
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Eczema Therapy Cream $14.49 Aveeno harnesses the soothing power of Active Naturals oatmeal in Eczema Therapy Cream to help you care for your skin with eczema. |
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Eczema-Free for Life – Adnan Nasir – Paperback $15.99 Eczema-Free for Life |
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Hand Eczema, Second Edition $169.95 Discusses the various types of hand eczema, including the types seen in different occupations. |