Beware when choosing cosmetic products. Because, until now has been found in many cosmetics that contain various types of hazardous chemicals.
Here are 10 types of toxins that are often found in cosmetics, as told by Christopher Drummond, celebrity makeup artist and creator Christopher Drummond Beauty:
1. Diazolidinyl Urea and Imidazolidinyl Urea
The most commonly used as a preservative other than paraben. Its main ingredient is formaldehyde – which is also used to preserve the body – known harmful to human health.
2. Methyl and Propyl and Butyl and Ethyl Paraben
Used as a barrier to bacteria growth and to extend product durability. This compound is known as a poison, but is still widely used and caused many allergic reactions and skin rashes.
3. Petrolatum
Is a byproduct of gasoline production.
4. Propylene Glycol
Ideally, this compound is a vegetable glycerin mixed with grain alcohol.
5. PVP / VA Copolymer
Is a type of chemical derivative of petroleum used in hairspray and other cosmetics. These compounds can be considered toxic, since particles can be particles foreign bodies in the lungs of sensitive people.
6. Sodium Lauryl Sulfate
This synthetic substance is used in shampoos as a detergent to produce foam. These compounds can cause eye irritation, skin rashes, hair loss, dandruff on the scalp and allergic reactions. In the false natural cosmetics, chemicals are often disguised by the explanation in parenthesis reads”comes from coconuts.”
7. Stearalkonium Chloride
Is a chemical compound used in hair conditioners and creams, as well as causing allergic reactions. This compound was developed by the industry as a fabric softener sheet.
8. Synthetic dyes
Synthetic dyes is believed to be cancer-causing agents. If cosmetics containing this type of coloring, do not use it.
9. Synthetic fragrances
Synthetic fragrances used in cosmetics can have up to 200 content materials.
10. Triethanolamine
Often used in cosmetics to adjust the pH and as a basis for a lot of cleaning. TEA can cause allergic reactions, including eye problems and dry skin and hair. Can be toxic if absorbed into the body in the long term