Phthalates are some of the Dangerous Chemicals in Cosmetics

          Not many people are aware that there is great need to check all their beauty products and other items for a dangerous chemical known as phthalates.  Most consumer products have traces of this chemical in varied proportions.  However, it is still possible to identify some great cosmetics that do not contain this dangerous stuff.  It is important for word to be out there about the dangers that lurk in cosmetics which use toxic substances. Always check the label before buying any makeup as the best option for good health.

This poisonous substance is in wide use today in the production of many items.  The unsuspecting consumers buy them for home use; such as lubricants, building materials, pesticides, adhesives, and all polyvinyl chloride plastic or PVC base materials. It is quite scary that some food containers or wraps, clothing, and toys are also loaded with this toxic substance. Such items are labeled as DEHP, DBP, DINP and BBP; which stand for Butyl Benzyl Phthalate. Its toxicity is relatively low in adults, since research showed that bigger animals needed a larger dose to make any lasting impact in their internal organs; ovaries, testes and liver.  However, the humans who are exposed to any products with traces of phthalates, which include cosmetics, are in danger of suffering from the effect of toxicity.  

      DEHP is a content which leaks from the polyvinyl chloride plastic; that is commonly known as the PVC.  Never be too complacent or be caught napping; be informed. This chemical is often applied to manufacture products used in the medical sector.  Tests have shown people who presented with similar doses that cause serious health problems.  Even with the effort to label food and other items as wholly natural or purely organic; always make an extra effort to verify further in order to get the right items. With this cautionary information; many people are able to stop falling into a trap of using dangerous chemicals without realizing it.  Look at the labels and make the selection with this information about the toxic effect of phthalates in mind; for safe cosmetics.  Do the same when buying other products for use around the home.