Paba, Benzophenone, Parabens, Padimate-O
So what exactly do you need to avoid when choosing a sunscreen? Here are some unsavory, even toxic, ingredients you will want to stay away from if you can: PABA: This is not widely used anymore, but...
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In the quest to find viable ways to strengthen a child’s immune system, I have discovered essential oils. These oils are volatile substances extracted from plants. Pure essential oils have powerful...
View ArticleJust Say No to Phthalates
Phthalates, while not a household name, are abundant in a lot of skin care products. Phthalates are making their way into the news lately due to the potential dangers to the long term health of our...
View ArticleTop 10 Reasons for Going Organic
1. Organics are Healthier Typically organic food contains higher levels of vitamin C enzymes and essential minerals such as calcium (63 percent higher), magnesium (118 percent higher), iron (73...
View ArticleActive Ingredients for Sunscreens and Sunblocks
The principal ingredients in sunscreens are usually aromatic molecules conjugated with carbonyl groups. This general structure allows the molecule to absorb high-energy ultraviolet rays and release the...
View ArticleFDA Allowable Ingredients in Sunscreens
The following are the FDA allowable active ingredients in sunscreens: UV-filter Other names Maximum concentration Permitted in these countries Results of safety testing p-Aminobenzoic acid PABA 15% (5%...
View ArticleSunscreen Ingredients Approved within the EU
Other ingredients approved within the EU and other parts of the world, which have not been included in the current FDA Monograph: UV-filter Other names Maximum concentration Permitted in...
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Sunscreen – Key Ingredients For Sunscreen Protection
Usually sunscreens carry aromatic molecules conjugated with carbonyl groups as their principal ingredients. This general structure is to facilitate absorption of high energy ultraviolet rays and...
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