All posts tagged with Cosmetics
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-(Natural News) Scientists now warn that colored tattoos can increase the risk of cancer. The pigmented dyes used by most tattoo parlors contain a controversial chemical known as titanium dioxide. This compound is added to tattoo ink to give certain colors. But while the chemical is efficient in exacting the correct shade desired, it is […]
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-(Natural News) Despite the evidence suggesting that there are many possible dangers associated with birth control drugs, an estimated 12 million women in the United States take an oral contraceptive, commonly referred to as “the pill,” to prevent pregnancy. While birth control pills are convenient and, for the most part, effective at preventing unwanted pregnancies, […]
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-(Natural News) When we hear stories in the news of botched plastic surgery, the more natural-minded among us often wonder why someone would put their health in jeopardy in the name of looking good. Yet many of us continue to use cosmetics that are doing exactly that without giving it a second thought. Whether it’s […]
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-(Natural News) Aldehydes, a common class of everyday chemicals, have been found to increase cancer risk by interfering with the body’s natural DNA repair mechanism, a new study reported. The study, conducted by researchers at the University of Cambridge, looked into the effects that aldehydes can have on human health. Aldehydes are made in our […]
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-(Natural News) People could be buying toxic makeup without realizing it. The safety of the ingredients in personal care products is assessed through a voluntary industry program, reports SafeCosmetics.org. Called the “Cosmetic Ingredient Review”, this program has reviewed only 20 percent of the Food and Drug Administration-estimated (FDA) 12,500 chemicals used in cosmetics. Of those 12,500 […]
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-(Natural News) There is no denying that the face of our world is changing, and at a rate that most people have trouble keeping up with. For those of us raised to believe that men are men and women are women, successfully navigating our way through society has become an overwhelmingly bewildering experience. So many subjects […]
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-(Natural News) Chinese police have seized $120 million worth of counterfeit luxury cosmetics in an ongoing series of raids against a major crime ring. The fake merchandise, consisting of 1,200 boxes falsely branded with the labels Chanel, Christian Dior, Estée Lauder, and L’Oréal SA’s Lancôme, was seized in a series of seven separate raids. Fifteen […]
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FDA suggests new limit on lead used in lipstick… are you painting your face with toxic heavy metals?
-(Natural News) Responding to widespread and growing concern about heavy metals in personal care products, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recently issued a new draft guidance recommending lower limits for lead in many popular cosmetic products, including lipsticks, lip glosses, lip liners, eye shadows, blushes, body lotions, and shampoos. While not binding, the […]