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Professor
Posts: 39
Registered: ‎01-27-2014

Which Ingredients are the worst eco-offenders in Mainstream Cosmetics?

Here are a few in my list to be aware of:

 

1. Sodium Lauryl Sulfate (SLS) and Sodium Laureth Sulfate (SLES)

2. Retinyl Palmitate, Oxybenzone and Octyl Methoxycinnamate (in common sunscreens)

3. Triclosan

4. Hydroascetyl Alcohol

5. Dibutyl Phthalate

6. Catalase

 

I found this great video. I highly recommend it!

 

https://youtu.be/pfq000AF1i8

 

The Story of Cosmetics, released on July 21st, 2010, examines the pervasive use of toxic chemicals in our everyday personal care products, from lipstick to baby shampoo. Produced with Free Range Studios and hosted by Annie Leonard, the seven-minute film by The Story of Stuff Project reveals the ...
Community Manager
Posts: 91
Registered: ‎01-28-2014

Re: Which Ingredients are the worst eco-offenders in Mainstream Cosmetics?

Great Idea to share this valuable safety information! Thanks Hailey.