Daily use of cosmetics in the body enter dangerous chemicals that can cause skin problems, headaches, fetal malformations and infertility. Makeup abundant chemicals that prolong its life, preserve color and prevent peeling. Experts warn that these chemicals are dangerous to health because even short-term exposure can increase the risk of heart disease, fatigue, memory loss, skin problems and cancer, writes Prevention.
Daily use makeup increases the risks of these diseases because the chemicals accumulate in the body, according to doctors.
Phthalates
These petroleum products are used in perfumes, lipsticks, nail polishes and hair, or in cosmetic preparations which have stated "fragrance" or "perfume". Phthalates enter the bloodstream and mimic the female hormone estrogen disrupting hormonal balance. They can specify the body to reduce or enhance the production of certain hormones. Thus, in men, testosterone levels decrease causing problems with fertility. They promote entry into menopause. Women who have a higher concentration of dangerous phthalates in the blood entered the menopause 2.3 years before the others. Also, are associated with an increased risk of breast cancer, diabetes, obesity and infertility.
Parabens
Parabens are used in cosmetics as a preservative and prevent the formation of bacteria and fungi in makeup. However, the problem is that just as phthalates mimic estrogen and stimulate the growth of tumor cells by changingthe genes. Particular attention should be paid to parabens such as methyl paraben, ethyl paraben and isobutyl paraben which are absorbed directly into the bloodstream, and are found in deodorants, moisturizing creams and preparative cosmetics.
Formaldehyde
Dangerous and carcinogenic formaldehyde protects against bacteria and acts as an antiseptic in shampoos, conditioners, creams, shaving cream, hair gel and milk for skin cleansing. Appears under other names such as imidazolidinyl urea, formalin and formalit. This compound irritates the airways, may favor the development of asthma, and is also responsible for allergic reactions of the skin, dizziness, headaches and eye problems.
Dibutyl phthalate
Chemicals dibutyl phthalate (DBP), which is an integral part of nail polish and prevents peeling is carcinogenic and is associated with infertility in men and malformations of the fetus in women. The European Commission has banned its use in 2004, but the US is still used. Going directly into the bloodstream, and experts say it is even more dangerous inhalation of vapors easy.
Sulfates
Sulfates are an integral part of shampoos, toning cleanser and shower gels. Most contain 1,4-dioxane , which has carcinogenic properties and removes natural oils from the skin making it after washing works drained and tighten . They can cause skin and eye irritation.
Toluene
Toluene is obtained by the distillation of gasoline or dry distillation of coal and used in the manufacture of varnishes and hair color. He condenses the color and prolongs battery life. It can cause breathing problems and immunity, nausea and cancer, and pregnancy is associated with developmental problems.
Mineral oil
Mineral oils are petroleum derivatives that are used in moisturizing creams, conditioners, perfumes, lip balms and chenille. Excellent retain moisture and can be too wet the skin which makes the face dries quickly if it is not smeared with cream. The team creates a kind of dependence on the cream.
Propylene glycol or polyethylene glycol
Oil derivatives including propylene glycol or polyethylene glycol are part of deodorant, aftershave, hair gel, shampoo and cream. They just as mineral oils assist in better retention of moisture in the skin, or preventing the development of new skin cells. They irritate the skin and they are carcinogenic, and polyethylene glycol is used in the preparation of antifreeze.
Butyl hydroxy anisole (BHA )
Butyl hydroxy anisole (BHA ) is just as dibutyl phthalate banned in Europe, but they are still used in the United States. He enters directly into the bloodstream and endocrine changes the composition, and is an integral part of mascara, concealer, blush and lip gloss.
1, 4 - dioxane
Sulfate byproduct 1, 4-dioxane is an integral part of shampoos and foam bath, but usually not listed on the label. Carcinogenic and cause skin problems, cancer and malformations of the child.
