According to recent research, it has been revealed that putting chemicals on the skin is worse than ingesting them. Because when we eat something, the enzymes in our saliva and stomach help to break it down& flush it out of our body. But chemicals applied on our skin, are absorbed straight into the blood stream. Hence the body is not protected against the toxin.
The toxic chemicals absorbed from the use of beauty products go directly to the delicate organs. So you need to be careful while using the cosmetics. Here are some of the cosmetic items & the chemicals they contain.
Lipsticks.
These are considered to be the most toxic among all cosmetics. The perfume oils & indelible dyes used in lipsticks can cause health hazards like numbness, respiratory problems, swollen gums & inflamed eyes.
Exfoliating products.
Products such as cleansers & skin peels can cause damage to the skin. Too much of exfoliating removes the top layer of the skin, which is the protective layer.
Foundation.
Liquid foundation contains mineral oil which is considered a petro-chemical pollutant. This can play havoc with our hormones. Foundations may also contain agents that slow down the process of cell renewal, which results in premature ageing.
Nail Polish.
It contains toxic products like toluene, phenol & xylene. These ingredients can cause bleeding under the nails, discolouration & roughen the smooth texture of the nails. Phenol, when in contact with the skin, can cause pimples. While toluene can cause headaches, nausea& loss of appetite.Go for the cosmetics made with natural products. Spices & condiments like turmeric & saffron are some of the natural cosmetics. Milk & lemon make very effective natural cleansers. Fruits can be excellent face packs. The Almond &coconut oils can be used to massage the skin& hair. They also help to control wrinkle &crease formation on the skin.
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