Fragrance – Is It Natural?
May 23, 2009 · 1 Comment
By Jane Thurnell-Read
95% of chemicals used in fragrances are synthetic compounds derived from petroleum. It has been estimated that more than 3000 different chemicals are used in fragrance production. Do these figures shock you? Yes, manufacturers are very clever – we see the packaging and the adverts showing flowers and nature, and we assume (as the manufacturer intends us to assume) that the fragrance in the product is derived from nature, but most fragrances are chemically derived. They do not use essential oils because they are too expensive. They do use synthetic chemicals because they are cheap.
We are exposed to perfume or fragrance throughout the day. We may not wear perfume ourselves, but our shampoo, soap, shower gel and cosmetics are likely to contain synthetic perfumes, unless we look at the label and shop carefully.
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Skin-tastic facts!
May 22, 2009 · Leave a Comment
© by Audrey King
One of the hardest hygienic chores is to generate and keep healthy skin.
It takes work but it’s not unattainable.
A daily routine is all you need and must have while drinking plenty of water each and every day.
But first, let’s get to know the skin you’re in.
Natural Skin Care
May 21, 2009 · Leave a Comment
by: Dr. Edward F. Group III, DC, Ph.D, ND, DACBN
You work hard to eat a healthy diet and exercise regularly. You know that organic foods can help you avoid ingesting nasty hormones and chemicals but did you know that these toxins are creeping into your system in other ways? Your moisturizers, eye creams, and make up may seem harmless, but check out the labels and you’ll find a laundry list of tongue-twisting ingredients, many of which could be hazardous to your health.
In a recent survey, conducted by Health, eighty three percent of responding consumers indicated that they would rather use all natural body products. The skin care industry is responding to this demand. The natural and organic skin care product sector has seen a growth of thirty nine percent over the last year. Some of these products may claim to be all-natural, while still containing a slew of chemicals and toxins.
Here’s what you need to know about natural skin care and how to determine if the product you are using is free of harmful chemicals.
