Author: Mitchell. S.Kuko / Translator: Xie Yangu
The most commonly used preservatives in the cosmetic industry, as well as parabens, are trea imidazolidinyl and trea diazolidinyl – which have been confirmed by the American Academy of Dermatology This is the main cause of skin irritation.
Two other chemical preservatives, Germall II and Germall 115, are not very effective at killing bacteria, so they must be mixed with other preservatives. Both chemicals are toxic, with Germall 115 releasing formaldehyde at temperatures above 37°C.
◆ methyl (methyl)), propyl), ethyl paraben)
It is mainly used to prevent the growth of microorganisms and extend the shelf life of products. Although these ingredients are widely used by the cosmetic industry, they are very toxic and can cause allergic reactions.
◆ petrolatum)
Mineral oil tends to cause a lot of problems when used on the skin. Petrolatum makes the skin more prone to sunburn, interferes with the body’s natural moisturizing mechanisms, and causes dry, rough skin. Using cosmetics containing petrolatum is often counterproductive. Cosmetic manufacturers use petrolatum because the raw material is very cheap.
◆ propylene glycol)
Originally a very pleasant substance, it is a natural combination of vegetable glycerin and grain alcohol. However, most propylene glycol today is an artificial petrochemical product, which acts as an emulsifier in cosmetics and tends to cause allergic and toxic reactions.
◆ PVP / VA Heteropolymers (copolymer PVP / VA)
Chemicals derived from the breakdown of petroleum, commonly used in hairspray, perms and other cosmetic products. Not only is this substance toxic, the particles can even accumulate in the lungs.
◆ Sodium lauryl sulfate)
It is an artificial surfactant used to make foam. The substance can irritate the eyes, cause skin rashes, hair loss, allergic reactions, and more. Some cosmetics often like to label this ingredient as “from coconut”, falsely claiming that the product’s raw materials come from natural sources.
◆ stearalkonium chloride)
A chemical that can cause allergic reactions, commonly found in pomades and lotions. This raw material was originally a fabric fiber softener in a fabric factory, Because the price is cheaper than protein and natural herbs, it is often used in conditioners, but this substance is toxic.
◆ artificial pigment
All kinds of artificial pigments that can make people more “beautiful” should be avoided as much as possible. Artificial pigments are often labeled on the product as either pigment precipitate (FD&C) or pigment (D&C) followed by a color name and number, such as FD&C Red No. 6 or D&C Green No. 6. Studies have confirmed that pigments can artificially cause cancer.
◆ artificial fragrance
More than 400 types of artificial fragrances are used in cosmetics. However, cosmetics are generally only labeled with the word “fragrance”, making it completely impossible to know the chemical ingredients in them.
These chemicals can cause many problems, including headaches, dizziness, rashes, hyperpigmentation, severe coughing, and skin irritation. When cosmetics do not clearly indicate the raw materials and only indicate “fragrance”, the products usually contain artificial fragrance, and it is best to stay away from such cosmetics.
◆ triethanolamine)
Cosmetic manufacturers often use triethanolamine to balance the pH of their products. Many manufacturers also use triethanolamine, which converts fatty acid acidity into stearate, which is used as a basic raw material for cleaning products.
However, triethanolamine can trigger many allergic reactions in the eyes, hair and skin. In addition, long-term absorption of triethanolamine will cause toxins in the body.
This article has been taken from:Reconstructive Immunotherapy: The 28-Day Cell-Molecular Corrective Detox Bibleprovided by Booz Think Tank Press.
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