Could this be a 'skin and paraben' marriage made in heaven or hell? 'For better, for worse, for richer, for poorer' as the case may be, hmmm, let's move on...
Parabens are cheap 'preservatives' which are added to many cosmetic & skincare products to give it long shelf life and kill off bacteria. There are different types and are often found listed right at the end of the 'ingredients' panel of your cosmetic & skincare based product. Methyl and propyl parabens are also used as additives in some foods. (We're not liking the sound of that either).
The image to the right shows the Paraben family, become familiar with the names so you know what you're looking out for.
What harm, if any, can parabens do?
Parabens interfere with the body's natural production of hormones and are known as endocrine disruptors. They also act like the hormone 'oestrogen' (that's 'estrogen' to our American friends) and it has been said that parabens cause, contribute or increase the risk of cancer, yet this is still in debate in the world of science. Past research showed that the chemicals were safe, taking into account that the chemicals would be absorbed quickly, metabolised and excreted as waste.
Since then, science has shown that over time chemicals build up in the body tissue and increase toxic build up and the chance that they can interfere with normal hormonal functions increases. We need to look after our skin sensibly, it is the largest organ after all and thankfully there are companies who create products which are paraben FREE!
Brands such as Temple Spa prefer to use natural oils, such as grape seed, vitamins or extracts which protect the skin's health, preserves the quality of the product, finds and depletes toxins and also provides moisture. Naturally, the products will cost a little more, but they are also 'concentrated' so a little goes a long way. Whereas with the paraben based products, they are 'cheap as chips' and you will need more product to cover the skin's surface. Therefore toxic build up is inevitable over time.
What harm, if any, can parabens do?
Parabens interfere with the body's natural production of hormones and are known as endocrine disruptors. They also act like the hormone 'oestrogen' (that's 'estrogen' to our American friends) and it has been said that parabens cause, contribute or increase the risk of cancer, yet this is still in debate in the world of science. Past research showed that the chemicals were safe, taking into account that the chemicals would be absorbed quickly, metabolised and excreted as waste.
Since then, science has shown that over time chemicals build up in the body tissue and increase toxic build up and the chance that they can interfere with normal hormonal functions increases. We need to look after our skin sensibly, it is the largest organ after all and thankfully there are companies who create products which are paraben FREE!
Brands such as Temple Spa prefer to use natural oils, such as grape seed, vitamins or extracts which protect the skin's health, preserves the quality of the product, finds and depletes toxins and also provides moisture. Naturally, the products will cost a little more, but they are also 'concentrated' so a little goes a long way. Whereas with the paraben based products, they are 'cheap as chips' and you will need more product to cover the skin's surface. Therefore toxic build up is inevitable over time.
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Crimson love, Crimson Catz, XX
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