5 Skin Care Ingredients You Should Absolutely Avoid

The manufacturing of skin care products have been around for thousands of years.  Most of us tend to purchase products made by well-known brands, however do you pay any attention to the ingredients the products you use is made from?  Most people don’t.  We use skin care products because we have a problem that needs taken care of but many times we do not get the result we are looking for.  Most are not effective because of the harsh chemical ingredients that they contain.

Here is a list of 5 Ingredients you should avoid in your skin care products:

1.        Dioxane: This ingredient is commonly used in skin care products.  It contains a high amount of 1,4 Dioxane which is easily absorbed by the skin.  Dioxane is thought of as a chemical that causes cancer.  It is derived from petrochemical ethylene which is a known cancer causing substance.  It is also know as a respiratory, kidney and neurotoxicant and is said to be a ground water contaminant.

2.       Alcohols: Alcohols such as ethyl, ethanol, methanol, benzyl and isopropyl are used in many skin care products.  Alcohol irritates and dries the skin as they strip away the natural oils of your skin.  This will cause you to become very susceptible to bacteria and viruses.  Alcohol can cause age spots and premature skin aging.

3.       Mineral Oil: Also known as paraffin wax, petrolatum and liquid paraffin.  Mineral oil will clog your pores and prevents the skin from getting rid of toxins which can lead to acne and other skin disorders.

4.        Fragrances: There are literally hundreds of different fragrances. It has been suggested that fragrances can affect your central nervous system when applied to the skin in a cream.  This will lead to hyperactivity, depression and makes you irritable.

5.        Parabens: Commonly found in skin care products as it is used to preserve the shelf of life of products.  Parabens are found in the following form: ethyl, propyl, methyl and butyl.  Studies shows that Parabens can cause cancer and will affect your body’s endocrine system causing rashes and allergic reaction.

Most skin care companies do not want you to learn about these harmful ingredients because they use them to make their products.  However you do not need to be alarmed as there are natural alternatives.  Natural ingredients do not cause negative side effects and are safe enough to be eaten and effective.

When next you go shopping for skin care products read the label to ensure none of the above ingredients are listed on them.

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