Lurking dangers in the cosmetic industry
Author: Mooreganics // Category: cosmetic natural, natural skin products, organic make up“Consumers believe that ‘if it’s on the market, it can’t hurt me.’ And this belief is sometimes wrong.” Director of FDA’s Office of Cosmetics and Colors (FDA 1998)
Known and probable human carcinogens in cosmetics
One-third of all products contain one or more ingredients classified as possible human carcinogens.
Impurities of concern in personal care products
Nearly 70% of all products contain ingredients that can be contaminated with impurities linked to cancer and other health problems.
Unassessed ingredients
89 % of the 10,500 ingredients used in personal care products have not been evaluated for safety by the CIR, the FDA, or any other publicly accountable institution.
Be an informed consumer and read the ingredient labels for pure and beneficial products.
