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04/11/2018 / By Frances Bloomfield

From makeup wipes to wet wipes: How these non-woven fabrics do more harm than good

There’s no denying the convenience provided by wet wipes. Originally marketed for babies, wet wipes have since seen more use by adults the world over (makeup wipes, anyone?). Though they make life easier for people, their impact on our infrastructure and the environment is anything but positive. After use, wet wipes are usually tossed in […]

01/15/2018 / By Frances Bloomfield

The U.K. has banned microbeads from beauty products, protections the oceans and environment

As of Jan. 9, 2018, the U.K. will no longer allow manufacturers to use plastic microbeads in personal care products and cosmetics. To follow is a full ban on the sale of microbead-containing products, which will be implemented in July of this year. According to the DailyMail.co.uk, this is part of a nationwide effort to […]

09/29/2017 / By Frances Bloomfield

5 Questions to ask before buying sunglasses

The outdoor grills aren’t the only things heating up as barbecue season goes into full swing. A brighter, hotter sun has come with summer, signaling all to bring out their sun hats and sunglasses. But are your sunglasses doing the job of protecting your eyes from the glare of the sun? When it comes to […]

07/26/2017 / By Frances Bloomfield

Is your insect repellent made from toxic ingredients?

As people emerge from their homes to enjoy the sunny weather, so too do the various insects creep out of the figurative and literal woodwork. It seems that summer just wouldn’t be summer without mosquitoes, ants, and flies skulking about. These bugs are the bane of every outdoor barbecue and woodsy jaunt, as well as […]

07/18/2017 / By Frances Bloomfield

Extremely toxic sunscreen ingredients you want to avoid

With summer in full swing, more people are bringing out the staples of the season: grills, pool toys, sunglasses, and of course, sunscreen. The last item is especially important since so many of us rely on sunscreen to protect ourselves from excessive UV radiation. In theory, slathering on a bit of sunscreen should do you […]

07/12/2017 / By Frances Bloomfield

The top 7 most toxic ingredients in your deodorant… are you poisoning yourself every morning?

A great number of personal care products are loaded with toxic chemicals, and deodorant is no exception. Your average deodorant is made up of toxic ingredients that have no place being anywhere near you. What’s worse is that repeated exposure will cause these toxins to build up in your body over time. So before you […]

07/12/2017 / By Frances Bloomfield

Two deaths and 23 cases of rare cancer in the U.K. linked to controversial textured breast implants

Since the year began, two women in the U.K. have died from cancer after receiving breast implants, revealed the Medicines and Healthcare Products Regulatory Agency (MHRA). The organization has reported another 23 cases of women who’ve developed the same type of cancer: anaplastic large cell lymphoma (ALCL). The disease is a rare type of non-Hodgkin […]

07/11/2017 / By Frances Bloomfield

A common soap and toothpaste ingredient can cause antibiotic resistance, warn researchers

Is a common antimicrobial ingredient contributing to antibiotic resistance in superbugs? According to a study conducted by researchers from the University of Birmingham and Norwich Research Park, that may very well be the case. Through their collaborative efforts, the scientists discovered that triclosan, a chemical used in antibacterial soap, toothpaste, and other personal care products, […]

07/06/2017 / By Frances Bloomfield

Researchers discover link between antibiotic resistance and antibacterial ingredient triclosan

Rather than killing bacteria as intended, a common antibacterial ingredient may actually be contributing to antibiotic resistance. According to researchers, bacteria that had become resistant to quinolone antibiotics developed a resistance to triclosan as well. The findings, which have been published in the Journal of Antimicrobial Chemotherapy, focused on the phenomenon of cross-resistance: wherein the […]

04/20/2017 / By Frances Bloomfield

Senators ask FDA to ban cancer-causing chemical from bath products

Your shampoo could be harming you. The substance 1,4-dioxane, is a carcinogen that’s commonly found in personal care products that create suds, such as in shampoos, hand soaps, and shower gels. According to the Environmental Working Group, at least 8,000 products contain 1,4-dioxane. In spite of this, companies are not required by the U.S. Food […]

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