Beware, There Toxins in Cosmetics

Some cosmetics contain harmful materials that are used to it can be absorbed into the body. A study carried out Environmental Working Group (EWG) on blood and urine samples in 20 young women aged 14-19 years showed that it contains hazardous materials. Most of the triggers of cancer, some can affect the hormonal balance.

In the researchers identified no fewer than 16 kinds of harmful compound is believed to have originated from either powder cosmetics, perfume and so on. To-16 hazardous materials are then classified into 4 groups. Quoted from Rodale.com, Sunday (1/16/2011), here are 4 classes of hazardous materials in question.

A. Synthetic fragrances
Some animal species naturally spend fragrance called pheromones, whose function is to attract mates in the breeding season. By man, this fragrance made copies and used in perfumes, as well as some types of scented soaps and hair care products. Several types of synthetic fragrances are known to cause cancer in animals. Although not yet tested in humans, is strongly suspected this compound also increases the risk of cancer in humans.