Dangerous Chemical In Cosmetics

Dangerous Chemicals In Cosmetics

Cosmetics (also known as makeup or make-up) are care substances used to enhance the appearance and odor of human body.In the United States, cosmetics defines as " intended to be applied to the human body for cleansing, beautifying, promoting attractiveness, or altering the appearance without affecting the body's structure or functions."

Cosmetics are widely used among women. However do you know that there are certain chemical that are dangerous?

 

1. Butyl acetate

Butyl acetate is found in nail strengtheners and nail polishes.

Health Hazards: Butyl acetate vapors may cause dizziness or drowsiness. Continued use of a product containing butyl acetate may cause skin to crack and become dry.

2. Butylated hydroxytoluene

Butylated hydroxytoluene is found in a variety of cosmetics and personal care products. It is an antioxidant which helps slow the rate at which a product changes color over time.

Health Hazards: Butylated hydroxytoluene may cause skin and eye irritation.

3. Coal tar

Coal tar is used to control itching and scaling, to soften skin, and as a colorant.

Health Hazards: Coal tar is carcinogenic.

4. Diethanolamine (DEA)

 

Diethanolamine is a contaminant associated with cocamide DEA and lauramide DEA, which are used as emulsifiers and foaming agents in products such as shampoos, shaving creams, moisturizers, and baby washes.

Health Hazards: It can be absorbed into the body through the skin.It act as a carcinogen and converted to nitrosamine,which is also carcinogenic.

5. 1,4-dioxane

This is a contaminant that may be associated with sodium laureth sulfate, PEG, and most ethoxylated ingredients with names ending in -eth. These ingredients are found in many products, most notably shampoos and body washes.Formaldehyde (IUPAC name methanal) is a chemical compound that is the simplest aldehyde.

Health Hazards: It will cause cancer in animal.

6. Formaldehyde

Formaldehyde is used as preservative in a variety of products, such as nail polish, soap, shaving cream, eyelash adhesive and shampoo.

Health Hazards: The European Union has banned the use of formaldehyde in cosmetics and personal care products. It is associated with health concerns, such as respiratory tract eye irritation,cancer and immune system damage.

7. Fragrance

Fragrance may be used to indicate any of a number of chemicals in a personal care product.

Health Hazards: Many fragrances are toxic. Some of these fragrances can act as obesogens (cause obesity) and may disrupt normal endocrine function, including reproductive health. Phthalates may cause developmental defects and delays.

8. Lead

Lead typically occurs as a contaminant, such as in hydrated silica, an ingredient in toothpaste. Lead acetate is added as an ingredient in some lipsticks and men's hair dye.

Health Hazards: Lead is a neurotoxin. It can cause brain damage even at a low concentrations.

9. Mercury

Mercury is a heavy silvery metal that is liquid at room temperature.The use of mercury compounds in eye makeup is at concentrations up to 65 parts per million.

Health Hazards: Mercury is associated with a host of health concerns including allergic reactions, skin irritation, toxicity, neurological damage, and environmental damage. Mercury readily passes into the body through the skin.

10. Talc

Talc is used to absorb moisture and provide a hint of sparkle. It is found in eye shadow, blush, baby powder, deodorant and soap.

Health Hazards: Talc is known to act as a human carcinogen and will cause ovarian cancer and may lead to the formation of lung tumors.

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11. Toluene

Toluene is found in nail polish and hair dye as a solvent.The purpose is to improve adhesion and to add gloss.

Health Hazard: Toluene is toxic and carcinogenic.It will cause damage in reproductive system and developmental.In addition, it will decrease fertility.