Chemicals in the Things We Use
Every day, many people expose themselves to hundreds of different chemicals in the things they use without giving it a second thought. Chemicals are used in skin, hair, body and personal care items to preserve them as a scent, active ingredient, or filler. These chemicals are also present in candles, furniture, clothes, and typical household items. Manufacturers and consumers find them cheap to buy, use, and readily available. The Hidden Dangers: Unveiling Chemicals in the Things We Use Common chemicals include Phthalates, Parabens, Talcum powder, Nanoparticles, Formaldehyde and formaldehyde donors, Lead acetate, Coal tar, UV filters, Triclosan, Resorcinol, Toluene, Butylated hydroxyanisole (BHA). These can cause strong smells, minor irritations, full-blown reactions, headaches, and more serious health conditions. In the past, I made most of my buying decisions based on convenience, brands, and price. I gave little thought to those products' potential effects on
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