THE DIRTY DOZEN

Search for the Cause has an excellent list on chemicals that you may want to avoid in your daily use. I like this list because it also explains why we may want to be concerned about the specific chemical listed.

You may read about some products not containing parabens, here is a little more information on why you may want to avoid them from Search for the Cause:

CHEMICAL: PARABENS (methyl, ethyl, propyl and butyl)

Function: Parabens are a group of chemicals widely used as preservatives in
cosmetics to inhibit bacteria, yeast and mold growth and are antibacterial
agents in antibacterial toothpaste.

Present in: Moisturizers,shampoos,conditioners,hair styling gels,nail
creams,foundations,facial masks,skin creams,and deodorants,baby lotions,
and other personal care products for children.

Health Concerns: May alter hormone levels,possibly increasing risks for
certain types of cancer, impaired fertility or alteration of the development of a
fetus or young child. May cause skin irritation,rash or allergic skin reactions;
studies have found parabens in breast tumors.

This is just one of the chemicals that "Search for the Cause" has listed. I encourage you to read the others, it never hurts to understand a little more about what we put on and consequently in our bodies.