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Discover the most common toxic substances present in cosmetics that you should avoid taking care of your skin.
The saying "cheap is expensive" has its reason, how nice today can be harmful for tomorrow. Applied in cosmetics, it is not enough with a pretty presentation in an attractive package, but you also have to be seduced by the composition of the product. It is convenient to bet on products with natural ingredients since they are recognized by our skin, by their affinity and similarity with our structure.
Discover what common toxic substances in cosmetics you should avoid for a 100% healthy skin.
Toxins present in cosmetics that you should avoid
1. Sulfates, skin irritant detergent
These well-known synthetic surfactants (and all the sulfate finishes) are found mainly in daily care products, such as shampoo or bath gel, because of the high cleaning power they have on the skin. Its powerful action dissolves the dirt and natural oils that our skin naturally creates a protective barrier against external agents. The high concentration of sulfates in a product for daily use and its continued use can generate problems of irritation and tightness in the skin, dryness or even hair loss.
2. Silicones accumulate in the hair
They act as moisturizers, emollients and cuticle sealers. We find them both in shampoo and in bath gel and their main function is to create a layer on the hair or skin, preventing it from being in contact with the outside. The problem with silicones is that most are insoluble in water, so they usually accumulate on the hair and skin, preventing them from breathing and performing their functions normally. As a result, silicones tend to accumulate in the form of residues in each wash. In the long run, it causes the hair to become more soiled and generates a dependence on the use of shampoos that in turn deteriorate the hair fibers and the scalp.
3. Synthetic perfumes, better without perfumes or with natural perfumes
That pleasant aroma that attracts us first in most cosmetics is due to the perfumes they contain. We can find them in facial creams, in hair products and also in deodorants. Most are synthetic perfumes that you can recognize in the INCI with the word "perfume" and "fragrance". When it comes to a conventional synthetic perfume, the word perfume is a cajón disaster, where we can find innumerable toxic compounds, as well as various ingredients of animal origin, such as musk or ambergris. In toxic-free cosmetics, replace them with natural perfumes that combine citrus fruits with essential oils to give your skin a refreshing natural aroma.
4. Phthalates and toluene, toxic in nail polish
They can be found in conventional cosmetics in nail polish or in perfumes and act as fixatives, solvents, and softeners. These substances come into contact with the skin through the respiratory tract, passing to the press release blood and generating a toxic effect linked to hormonal disorders. Toluene is a clear solvent that facilitates the application of enamel; It is irritating to the eyes and can cause fatigue and headaches.
5. Aluminum salts, present in deodorants
Aluminum is the toxic par excellence in deodorants. It is the artificial antiperspirant that clogs the sweat glands thus reducing the amount of sweat. Did you know that the smell of sweat is generated by the bacteria present in the armpits through the metabolism of it? Aluminum salts have the ability to penetrate the skin, favoring the proliferation of degenerative diseases. The breast cancer has also been linked to aluminum toxicity.
6. Paraffin, false moisturizers for the skin
Commonly used in the preparation of body creams, are responsible for achieving a skin apparently hydrated through its creamy texture. They are usually used in substitution to vegetable oils and do so by extracting moisture from the skin, clogging the pores and preventing the skin from breathing naturally. With the passage of time, the paraffin finishes drying the skin and propitiating the appearance of acne and irritations. In case of use in lipstick, we can get to swallow them and these are stored in kidneys and liver.
7. Ingredients with "chloro", "bromine", "iodine", preservatives to avoid
In cosmetics, preservatives are often used to prevent deterioration of products, lengthen shelf life and protect them from external contaminants. Many of them are toxic to the immune system and cause allergic reactions, irritations, and depigmentation of the skin. It is advisable to avoid ingredients that contain the words "chloro", "bromine", "iodine", and toxic substances such as BHA or boric acid, known broad-spectrum preservatives. Natural or synthetic preservatives such as sodium levulinate, sodium anisette, benzyl alcohol, sodium benzoate and potassium sorbate are accepted by natural cosmetics certification bodies.
Look carefully at the label of the cosmetics you buy and avoid these toxic substances!
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