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Paraben-Free Cosmetics More
Published: 9 years, 5 month(s) ago by Richard Kearney | permalink
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Parabens are chemical preservatives that have been identified as estrogenic and disruptive of normal hormone function. Estrogenic chemicals mimic the function of the naturally occurring hormone estrogen, and exposure to external estrogens has been shown to increase the risk of breast cancer. Want
For further reading: http://www.bcaction.org/our-take-on-breast-cancer/environment/safe-cosmetics/paraben-free-cosmetics/ ^[1]

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Safe Cosmetics More
Published: 9 years, 5 month(s) ago by Susan Perkins | permalink
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Because testing is voluntary and controlled by the cosmetic manufacturers, many ingredients in cosmetic products are not tested for safety. The Environmental Working Group’s Skin Deep states that 89 percent of ingredients used in personal care products have not been evaluated for safety by the Cos
For further reading: http://www.bcaction.org/our-take-on-breast-cancer/environment/safe-cosmetics/ ^[2]

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18 Paraben-Free Beauty Products Worth Checking Out More
Published: 9 years, 5 month(s) ago by Ravi Goel | permalink
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The FDA doesn't regulate a lot of the chemicals in your makeup and skin care, and it's up to you to know what's in your favorite nail polish and foundation. We're lucky to live in a time when there are increasingly products with natural and organic

For further reading: http://www.popsugar.com/beauty/Paraben-Free-Beauty-Products-6495701 ^[3]

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What Are Parabens―and Do I Need to Worry About Them? More
Published: 9 years, 5 month(s) ago by Briarley Mann | permalink
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These preservatives are common, but health concerns have cropped up.
Tags: beauty with brains, do I need to worry about parabens, parabens, paraben-free skincare, paraben-free cosmetics, skin care, natural beauty products

For further reading: http://www.realsimple.com/beauty-fashion/skincare/worry-about-parabens ^[4]

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Parabens: Are They Really a Problem? More
Published: 9 years, 5 month(s) ago by Angie Dotchin | permalink
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For further reading: http://www.paulaschoice.com/expert-advice/myths/_/parabens-are-they-really-a-problem ^[5]

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10 Paraben-Free Skin Care Products For Soft, Safe Skin More
Published: 9 years, 5 month(s) ago by Darcy Beeman | permalink
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Clear out your medicine cabinet of skin care options that may harbor harmful chemicals.
Tags: Beauty Treatments,Chemicals,Parabens,Skin Care

For further reading: http://www.treehugger.com/slideshows/health/10-paraben-free-skin-care-products-soft-safe-skin/ ^[6]

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Angie Dotchin, Ravi Goel, Richard Kearney, Susan Perkins, Briarley Mann, Darcy Beeman

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1. http://www.bcaction.org/our-take-on-breast-cancer/environment/safe-cosmetics/paraben-free-cosmetics/

2. http://www.bcaction.org/our-take-on-breast-cancer/environment/safe-cosmetics/

3. http://www.popsugar.com/beauty/Paraben-Free-Beauty-Products-6495701

4. http://www.realsimple.com/beauty-fashion/skincare/worry-about-parabens

5. http://www.paulaschoice.com/expert-advice/myths/_/parabens-are-they-really-a-problem

6. http://www.treehugger.com/slideshows/health/10-paraben-free-skin-care-products-soft-safe-skin/