1. Aluminum
Aluminum is widely used in antiperspirants.
Inhalation and ingestion of aluminum may aggravate kidney and
lung disorders. Aluminum deposits have been found in the brains
of Alzheimer’s victims.
2. Chlorine
Chlorine
is found in tap water, pools, laundry products, cleaning agents,
food processing, and sewage systems. Chlorine can affect your
health by contributing to asthma, anemia, bronchitis, diabetes,
irritation of the eye, mouth, nose, and lungs, heart disease,
high blood pressure, and other problems.
3. Color pigments
Color
pigments cause skin irritation and sensitivity. These pigments
may reduce oxygenation of the skin. Almost all of them are carcinogenic.
4. DEA; MEA; TEA
Diethanolamine,
monoethanolamine, and triethanolamine are cancer-causing, hormone-disrupting
chemicals.
5. Fragrance
Fragrances
are toxic in many compounds and may be carcinogenic. Fragrances
may contain thousands of separate ingredients. Most of them are
synthetic. Symptoms reported to the FDA include headaches, rashes,
skin discoloration, coughing, and vomiting. Exposure may affect
the central nervous system.
6. Glycerin
Glycerin
draws moisture from inside the skin, making it temporarily feel
better, but drying it out.
7. Isopropyl Alcohol
This
is a poisonous substance, which changes the natural qualities
of other substances. It is derived from petroleum and is also
used in anti-freeze and as a solvent in shellac. Ingestion or
inhalation of large quantities may cause headaches, vomiting,
and coma. A fatal dose is about one fluid ounce.
8. Mineral Oil
Baby
oil is 100% mineral oil and is derived from petroleum. It remains
on top of the skin and coats the skin, much like a plastic wrap.
The skin’s natural immune barrier is disrupted as this plastic
coating inhibits the skin’s ability to breathe and absorb
moisture. The skin is also impeded from releasing toxins, which
may cause acne and other disorders. This slows down the skin’s
natural processes and may cause premature aging.
