A first of its kind study, released today by the Environmental Networking Group (EWG), has proven that chemicals from cosmetics such as preservatives have been found in teenage girls.
The study took a sample of teenage girls from across
Preservatives in cosmetics, know as parabens, have been shown in past studies to affect hormones in the human body. Parabens are dangerous due to their mutagenic qualities; they have an effect on the body which closely mimics oestrogen. This indicating that over exposure to parabens can possibly affect the male and female reproductive organs.
Rebecca Sutton, PhD, author of the report and staff Scientist at EWG comments, “hormone-altering chemicals shouldn’t be in cosmetics, particularly those used by teenage girls. Their bodies are still developing and may be especially vulnerable to risks from these exposures”.
The study is ground breaking as it is the first data made available on the levels of synthetic chemicals that are actually present in the bodies of teenage girls.
Nearly all cosmetics contain some type of chemicals, often parents aren’t aware of this fact. Teenage girls are at a vulnerable age, who knows what effect continued exposure to chemicals commonly found in cosmetics will have on their health in the future.
Parents should definitely be aware of cosmetic products on the market which are chemical free. You can find effective and reasonably priced natural chemical free alternatives to your usual cosmetics.
For instance, Alvin Connor provides a great range of natural deodorants, bath products and body polishes. All the products by Alvin Connor are 100% chemical free, work really well and are completely effective.
The Alvin Connor Crystal Deodorant Stick is priced at £6:50.
