Many hand lotions contain toxic chemicals that pose danger to unborn children

• Scientists at The University of Pittsburgh have indicated that some unborn babies could be at risk from shampoos and hand lotions containing Methylisothiazoline if their mothers use them during pregnancy.
• Methylisothiazoline (Mit) is a common ingredient in many shampoos and hand lotions.
• Researchers found that the chemical undermined the growth of structures in the immature nerve cells of unborn rats.
• The researchers believe Methylisothiazoline might also affect the developing nervous system of unborn humans.
• Team leader, Prof. Elias Aizenman, said more research needs to be carried out.
• "This chemical is being used more and more extensively, yet there have been no neurotoxicity studies in humans to indicate what kind and at what level exposure is safe.
• Based on our data, there very well could be neuro-developmental consequences from Mit.
• I would be particularly concerned about occupational exposure in pregnant women and the possibility of risk to the foetus."