Known human carcinogens, FDA warnings, thousands of studies to show links to neurotoxicity, organ toxicity and so on… these are just a few descriptions of very common ingredients used in our cosmetic and personal care products today. I know it is hard to believe that products sold in the US can contain such harmful ingredients, especially since many of these ingredients are banned in other countries. Unfortunately, what is allowed to be sold here, in the US, has clearly crossed the line of safety.
As if that wasn’t disappointing enough, many cosmetic manufacturers will often make a product with different formulations; one for sale here in the US and another with cleaner and safer ingredients for sale in other countries. Upon learning of this information, an obvious question might be – why wouldn’t they make just one formulation for all the countries? And the answer is… MONEY.
It is much less expensive to use synthetic and potentially dangerous ingredients than it is to use a safer, cleaner version of the same type. We can certainly do more to change this by openly discussing this issue and sharing our knowledge with friends and family. We can also continue to make purchases of safe, natural products and force a shift in what manufactures create and bring to market.
Great products! I would say that I really started to see results after a full two weeks of use with all three products. The products have significantly cleared up my pregnancy skin. The only thing I would add is that I feel I need to use more than just a small amount of the cleanser …
Give yourself the type of makeover that makes your heart sing. With so much emphasis on outer beauty, inner beauty is often ignored. The two exist simultaneously because when you act in a way that is beautiful, your outside can’t help but reflect your actions. A kind heart is among the most attractive qualities a …
Many expecting women are not aware of the unintentional chemical exposure they encounter on a daily basis by just applying topical skin care products. Pretty Mommies Skin Care discusses why they are committed to eliminating personal care product safety concerns by offering safe, chemical free, maternity skin care. In a recent Medical News Today article titled Pregnant Women …
How to Switch to a Pregnancy-Safe Skincare Routine Pregnancy brings with it a whole range of hormonal concerns, which can change many women’s skin. On top of that, pregnant women have to be careful of the ingredients they put in their bodies because the wrong ingredients can negatively affect the developing baby. Luckily, at Pretty …
What’s in your skin care?
Known human carcinogens, FDA warnings, thousands of studies to show links to neurotoxicity, organ toxicity and so on… these are just a few descriptions of very common ingredients used in our cosmetic and personal care products today. I know it is hard to believe that products sold in the US can contain such harmful ingredients, especially since many of these ingredients are banned in other countries. Unfortunately, what is allowed to be sold here, in the US, has clearly crossed the line of safety.
As if that wasn’t disappointing enough, many cosmetic manufacturers will often make a product with different formulations; one for sale here in the US and another with cleaner and safer ingredients for sale in other countries. Upon learning of this information, an obvious question might be – why wouldn’t they make just one formulation for all the countries? And the answer is… MONEY.
It is much less expensive to use synthetic and potentially dangerous ingredients than it is to use a safer, cleaner version of the same type. We can certainly do more to change this by openly discussing this issue and sharing our knowledge with friends and family. We can also continue to make purchases of safe, natural products and force a shift in what manufactures create and bring to market.
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Great products! I would say that I really started to see results after a full two weeks of use with all three products. The products have significantly cleared up my pregnancy skin. The only thing I would add is that I feel I need to use more than just a small amount of the cleanser …
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Pretty Mommies Comments on a Recent Article Published in Medical News Today in Regards to Unintentional Chemical Exposure During Pregnancy
Many expecting women are not aware of the unintentional chemical exposure they encounter on a daily basis by just applying topical skin care products. Pretty Mommies Skin Care discusses why they are committed to eliminating personal care product safety concerns by offering safe, chemical free, maternity skin care. In a recent Medical News Today article titled Pregnant Women …
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How to Switch to a Pregnancy-Safe Skincare Routine Pregnancy brings with it a whole range of hormonal concerns, which can change many women’s skin. On top of that, pregnant women have to be careful of the ingredients they put in their bodies because the wrong ingredients can negatively affect the developing baby. Luckily, at Pretty …