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From Belly Fat to Belly FLAT: How Your Hormones Are Adding Inches to Your Waistline and Subtracting Years from Your Life C. W. Randolph, M.D. See book keywords and concepts

The Safe Cosmetics Campaign began in 2002 with the release of a report, Not Too Pretty: Phthalates, beauty products and the FDA. For the report, environmental and public health groups contracted with a laboratory to test seventy-two name-brand, off-the-shelf beauty products for the presence of phthalates, a family of industrial chemicals linked to permanent birth defects in the male reproductive system.

Exposed: The Toxic Chemistry of Everyday Products and What's at Stake for American Power Mark Schapiro See book keywords and concepts

Executives with some of America's top cosmetics companies were watching, for they could see that, despite their best efforts, European laws would soon challenge what was in their beauty products. Diplomats from the U.S. mission to the European Union were watching; they had been trying to orchestrate end runs around rising EU authority for the past three years. A posse of public relations experts from Burson-Marsteller, Hill & Knowlton, and other expert opinion shapers and manipulators, representing dozens of U.S.

Toxic Overload: A Doctor's Plan for Combating the Illnesses Caused by Chemicals in Our Foods, Our Homes, and Our Medicine Cabinets Dr. Paula Baillie-Hamilton See book keywords and concepts

Chemical-Free Home and Beauty Products NOT ONLY ARE WE SUBJECTED to a barrage of chemicals in our food, we also are breathing them in every time we clean our house, and are smothering ourselves with them every time we put on suntan lotion, face or body creams, or the many other beauty products available. While it is virtually impossible to cut chemicals out of your life entirely, it is possible to dramatically slash the amount that gets through by paying attention to the products you use to furnish and clean your house and those that you put on your face and body.

Exposed: The Toxic Chemistry of Everyday Products and What's at Stake for American Power Mark Schapiro See book keywords and concepts

The mystery behind beauty products' magic was laid bare: Cosmetics are far more dependent on synthetic chemicals than on natural "essences" of anything. The seventh amendment mandates that chemicals determined to be carcinogens, mutagens, or reproductive toxins—known collectively as CMRs—be removed from cosmetics sold in Europe6 (It also mandates a phase-out in the testing of cosmetic ingredients on animals.) Amendment seems almost too soft a word to evoke the radical impact the Europeans are having on the multibillion-dollar global cosmetics industry.

Not Just a Pretty Face: The Ugly Side of the Beauty Industry Stacy Malkan See book keywords and concepts

The bored & the lonely with Internet connections • Cosmetic companies profiling their uniqueness against their competition • Non profit "Watch Dog" organizations who survive on donations of "motivated" donors • Scientifically naive journalists seeking "eyes" 150 cosmetics companies agree: beauty products don't need to be toxic. Every day, we use as many as 25 personal care products on our bodies. Some of the chemicals in these products are linked to cancer, infertility and birth defects—and most have never been evaluated for their health effects.

Safe Trip to Eden: Ten Steps to Save Planet Earth from the Global Warming Meltdown David Steinman See book keywords and concepts

When testing seventy-two name-brand, off-the-shelf beauty products for the presence of phthalates, the Campaign for Safe Cosmetics found phthalates in nearly three-quarters of the products tested, though the chemicals were not listed on any of the labels.14 A second report from the same group, "Pretty Nasty," documented similar product test results in Europe. In September 2004, the European Union put into force a new amendment to their Cosmetics Directive that prohibits the use of known or suspected carcinogens, mutagens, and reproductive toxins in cosmetics.

Not Just a Pretty Face: The Ugly Side of the Beauty Industry Stacy Malkan See book keywords and concepts

Together, they hatched a plan: they would purchase a range of beauty products and send them to an independent laboratory to test for phthalates. "First we batch tested," Charlotte explained. "We would buy African-American hair products, take a tiny bit of each, stir them together and test that mixture, because we didn't have much money. Eventually we figured out that we wanted to test products that were most in use. So we found our way to the chain drugstore weekly, which publishes a report every year of the most popular brands.

Safe alternatives to phthalates are already being used in many beauty products. Now is the time for the federal government—and for companies like Calvin Klein and Unilever—to act decisively. After all, Eternity is a long time. Learn more at wrww.NotTooPreffy.org This ad sponsored by Women's Voices for the Earth, Environmental Working Group and Health Care Without Harm Women's Vokes for the Earth, 1!

And it's not just about beauty products, it's about clothes, iPods, books, TV shows, everything," Anne said. "What needs to happen is that we have to reconnect with who we really are." Mirror, Mirror on the Wall Ken Harris admits to feeling a bit guilty about what he does for a living. As a "digital photo retoucher," he airbrushes fashion photos of the glamorous models who broadcast idealized images of beauty around the world. We know, of course, about the airbrushing. Still, it's surprising to see Harris in action in Jesse Epstein's award-winning documentary film Wet Dreams and False Images.

Part of the reason, Felicia believes, is a special love affair with beauty products that stems from African heritage. The Egyptians were the first to discover and use cosmetics for the purposes of adornment some 6,000 years ago, and the bath ritual has always been an important part of African culture. "So I would say that we are subconsciously remembering what it was like to be in the motherland," said Felicia. But another part of it, according to Felicia, is "the whole legacy of racism, the feeling that you need to look a certain way to be accepted in this society.

Similar to what the US groups had done, Norin and her collaborators at Women's Environmental Network in the UK and Health Care Without Harm Europe had bought beauty products from stores in Britain and Sweden and sent them to a lab to test for phthalates. For baby, it could really be poison. Toxic chemicals linked to bifth c al alarming levels in worn©! of ¦ And according to new laBGtatoi right), these same chemicals a popular cosmetics and beat.tfy perfume to And Er.'a Extra 0; Manufacturers use theSe:Gftern phthalates iuis-iatst) tr> adii !

Don't Go to the Cosmetics Counter Without Me, 7th Edition Paula Begoun and Bryan Barron See book keywords and concepts

So I am still the Cosmetics Cop, sharing with you the information you need to make wise decisions about the beauty products you buy. BEAUTYPEDIA.COM Don't Go to the Cosmetics Counter Without Me is now online at www.Beautypedia.com (this site can also be accessed from www.cosmeticscop.com). The online version is a subscrib-able database of this book that will be updated weekly.

Timeless Secrets of Health & Rejuvenation: Unleash The Natural Healing Power That Lies Dormant Within You Andreas Moritz See book keywords and concepts

Among these are antibacterial agents such as Sulfa; the aforementioned PABAs and other sun lotion ingredients; hypoglycemic agents used by diabetics; diuretics for control of high blood pressure; tranquillizers and anti-depressants; broad-spectrum antibiotics; anti-arrhythmic Quinidine used to suppress abnormal heart rhythms; halogenated, antiseptic compounds used in cosmetics; many types of soaps; synthetic ingredients in most commercial beauty products ; and antihistamines used for colds and allergies.

If you have cancer or wish to prevent it, make certain to avoid the following things: Chlorinated water; fluoridated water; pesticides and other chemical toxins as found in non-organic foods, commercial beauty products, chemical hair dyes, chemical shampoos and skin lotions; unnatural makeup products; artificial sweeteners such as Aspartame and Splenda; exposure to ionizing radiation (X-rays, mammograms, etc.); alcohol; cigarettes; sunscreens; microwave ovens; pharmaceutical drugs. (Almost all drugs are toxic for the body and can contribute to or directly cause cancer.

The top five nutrients for healthy skin Mike Adams, the Health Ranger See article keywords and concepts

However, treating outer blemishes with expensive, chemical-laden beauty products does little to address the root cause of the problem: poor nutrition and exposure to toxins in dietary and personal care products. "Your skin is the fingerprint of what is going on inside your body, and all skin conditions, from psoriasis to acne to aging, are the manifestations of your body's internal needs, including its nutritional needs," says Dr. Georgiana Donadio, founder of the National Institute of Whole Health.

From Belly Fat to Belly FLAT: How Your Hormones Are Adding Inches to Your Waistline and Subtracting Years from Your Life C. W. Randolph, M.D. See book keywords and concepts

For the report, environmental and public health groups contracted with a laboratory to test seventy-two name-brand, off-the-shelf beauty products for the presence of phthalates, a family of industrial chemicals linked to permanent birth defects in the male reproductive system. You can find a listing of who has pledged not to use harmful chemicals and to implement substitution plans that replace hazardous materials with safer alternatives in every market they serve on the Safe Cosmetics Campaign website: www.safecosmetics.org/companies/signers.cfm.

Prescription for Natural Cures: A Self-Care Guide for Treating Health Problems with Natural Remedies Including Diet and Nutrition, Nutritional Supplements, Bodywork, and More James F. Balch, M.D. and Mark Stengler, N.D. See book keywords and concepts

Keep cosmetics and beauty products out of children's reach. Remember that hair permanents and relaxers are toxins as well. Carbon monoxide (CO) is an invisible, odorless, poisonous gas that can also cause sickness and death. The incomplete burning of fuels such as natural gas, oil, kerosene, propane, coal, and wood produce carbon monoxide. Also, fuel-burning appliances that are not working properly or are installed incorrectly can produce fatal concentrations of carbon monoxide in your home.

Evening primrose oil is often used in beauty products because it promotes skin repair and health and helps prevent premature aging. It does spoil easily, however. Flaxseed oil is full of vitamin E, making it valuable for skin healing and regeneration. It spoils quickly. Grapeseed oil is a good choice for oily or acne-prone skin because it is light and slightly astringent. Hazelnut oil helps skin maintain firmness and elasticity. It is expensive. Jojoba oil, which is actually a wax ester, softens and moisturizes skin while helping to control acne and oily skin.

Toxic Overload: A Doctor's Plan for Combating the Illnesses Caused by Chemicals in Our Foods, Our Homes, and Our Medicine Cabinets Dr. Paula Baillie-Hamilton See book keywords and concepts

When you combine this with the explosive increase in the amount of heavy metals and synthetic chemicals in our food, homes, and beauty products, the result is that we are exposed to levels of chemicals far higher than our bodies were ever designed to withstand. This increase has effectively overloaded our natural coping mechanisms, which are now struggling to deal with their increased burden. The more saturated with chemicals these natural mechanisms become, the less able they are to protect us.

Then, you will learn how to treat your body to clean and rejuvenating beauty products that will limit your exposure to many common toxins. Sources of Chemicals in a Typical Room Most chemicals that contaminate the home stem from the use of the following groups of substances: >• Pesticides in pest-control products (such as roach and flea treatments), wood treated for dry rot, mothproofing in wool carpets, paints, air pollution, and contaminated water.

Critical Condition: How Health Care in America Became Big Business Donald L. Barlett and James B. Steele See book keywords and concepts

A onetime Playboy bunny, Hutton began her career as a model and went on to make movies, host her own syndicated television talk show, invent her own beauty products, and finally return to modeling, a symbol of graceful and elegant aging as she approached sixty. Given het youthful appearance and oft-stated opposition to plastic surgery, Hutton made the perfect pitchwoman for Wyeth's hormone replacement therapy drugs Prempro and Premarin, especially at a time when the oldest Baby Boomers were entering menopause.

Nontoxic, Natural and Earthwise Debra Lynn Dadd See book keywords and concepts

There are many recipes for facial masks; check your natural-food store for books on making your own beauty products and herbal recipes. Here are just a few recipes to try. • Peel and slice half a cucumber. Place in blender or food processor and puree. Mix in one tablespoon yogurt. Leave on for 20 minutes. • Puree a half cup fresh mint leaves and three ice cubes (made from pure water) in blender. Strain liquid and apply. Leave on until dry. • Puree one ripe avocado in blender or food processor.

Biomarkers William Evans, Ph.D., and Irwin H. Rosenberg, M.D., with Jacqueline Thompson See book keywords and concepts

As medical researchers, we're not focusing on the cosmetic aspects of aging, those visible signs of decline—sagging skin, age spots, receding hairlines, more pronounced facial features, and the like—that cause people so much anguish and create a huge market for beauty products companies. Even without the purely cosmetic indicators, we were still left with a rather lengthy list of biomarkers. Many of those remaining were internal, physiological functions that most people don't know much about and generally overlook when they think about growing old.

Eat and Heal (Foods That Can Prevent or Cure Many Common Ailments) the Editors of FC&A Medical Publishing See book keywords and concepts

It's no wonder you'll find acerola in natural vitamin C supplements, beauty products, and juice drinks. Unfortunately, the whole fruit is harder to come by, mainly because it doesn't travel well. If you leave it out for only a few hours, it will begin to spoil. The acerola grows in warm climates from southern Texas and California, through Mexico and the Caribbean, and down into South America. If you'd like to try an acerola and you live far away from these areas, just visit a nearby farmer's market and ask for it by name — "Ah-sah-roll-lah." It's worth a try.

Herbs for Health and Healing Kathi Keville See book keywords and concepts

SEVENTEEN Skin and H air Care The beauty products industry can dazzle with packaging and seduce with slick advertising. Perfect skin and hair is its promise, but what it is really selling is hope. The fancy ingredients in most conventional products make them look, feel and smell tremendously appealing—that is, until you read the labels! Chances are you will need a chemical dictionary to decipher them.

Alternative Medicine the Definitive Guide, Second Edition Larry Trivieri, Jr. See book keywords and concepts

Latex gloves • beauty products (hair dyes, cosmetics, etc.) Injectants • Insect stings/bites • Some medications time indoors, often in energy-efficient buildings that recirculate the same stale air, indoor air irritants are triggering more cases of allergic hay fever than outdoor sources. In the 1980s, physicians began using the term sick building syndrome (SBS) to refer to a host of symptoms produced by sensitivities to low-grade toxic environmental conditions found in living or office spaces.

Nontoxic, Natural and Earthwise Debra Lynn Dadd See book keywords and concepts

Secret Health and beauty products, Earth Herbs, InterNatural. Body Love Herbal Facial Steams (Body Love). ED ® The Compassionate Consumer, My Brother's Keeper. Desert Essence Jojoba-Aloe Vera Facial Mask (Desert Essence Cosmetics). French clay, jojoba oil, and honey. ED ® Desert Essence Cosmetics, Ecco Bella. Earth Science Mint Tingle Mask (Earth Science). ED ® Earth Science. Earthen Joys. Hetbal facial steams. B Fluir Herbals. Almond facial mask with natural cosmetic sponge. ED MS Kiss My Face Daily Scrub/Weeky Masque (Kiss My Face). ED M Eco-Choice, EveryBody Ltd.

HOW I RATE PERSONAL-CARE PRODUCTS As more people become aware that what they put on their bodies should be as pure as what they put in them, the number of natural personal-care and beauty products is increasing. Some people are even beginning to use organically grown or wildcrafted ingredients. Earthwise personal-care products are: • safe to use; • nonpolluting in their manufacture, use, and disposal; • made from natural, renewable ingredients that are organically grown or wildcrafted— devoid of petrochemical ingredients; and • biodegradable.

Many beauty products fot sale may be unsafe because cosmetics ate not legally required to be tested for safety. The FDA can take action only after a cosmetic is on the market and enough evidence exists to prove in court that it is hazardous, after which the FDA may halt its production and sale. The ingredients used to make many cosmetic items ate detived from nonrenewable petrochemicals that can be hatmful to use and create toxic waste in their manufacture.

Nor do the labels tell you whether the ingredients in "natural" beauty products are actually derived from natural sources. Some clever manufacturers create "natural" formulas by adding natural-sounding ingredients such as honey or herbs or jojoba oil, instead of actually making a more natural formula by removing unnecessary artificial colors, fragrances, and preservatives. If you have allergies, beware of products labeled "hypoallergenic." No one product can be truly hypoallergenic to everyone.

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