Ken Cook, President, Environmental Working Group — Ever looked at the labels on your shampoos, moisturizers and cosmetics? Do you really know what chemicals you’re putting on your body?
Most Americans use about 10 personal care products a day. And they think that the government is making sure these products are safe – but the scary truth is, it’s not. That’s why Environmental Working Group scientists have put together easy-to-use tips on how to read labels on personal care products. Check out the new video featuring EWG’s Senior Analyst Nneka Leiba on what to watch out for before you buy.
Click here to watch the video and get simple tips on how to read personal care product labels.
Some products have major safety concerns – skip those likely to contain dangerous chemicals, such as:
• Hair straighteners
• Loose powders
• Perfumes
• Dark permanent hair dyes
• Skin lighteners
• Products with “fragrance” listed as an ingredient
• Ingredients that have harmful contaminants, including:
o DMDM hydantoin
o Diazolidinyl urea
o Imidazolidinyl urea
o Ceteareth
o Polyethylene glycol
o PEG
EWG is committed to helping you live healthier and greener all year long.
[Editor: Here are the chemicals they suggest avoiding that may be in your product:
• DMDM hydantoin
• PEG
• Ceteareth
• Polyethylene glycol
Happy safe label watching!]
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