Problem with Parabens 30 companies, amongst then L’Oreal, Oriflame, Revlon, Lancome, Yves St Laurent, Vichy, Maybelline, Molton Brown and the Body Shop, will not commit to removing parabens from their products
In contrast a recent report from the Danish Consumer Council show that
What is a paraben?
Parabens are a group of chemicals used as preservatives in lotions, conditioners, shampoo, deodorant and even food and drinks. This material is listed on the label, with names such as; methylparaben, butylparaben, ethylparaben, benzylparaben, isobutylparaben, and propylparaben. This material is also sold under the names of different cosmetic, including Germaben II and Oil LiquiPar. images4 Paraben Dangers in Beauty Care Products Tubuhimages21 Dangers of Parabens in Beauty and Body Care
What's the problem?
Since 2000, various studies have shown that parabens display estrogenic activity.
Other studies have also shown that parabens accumulate in breast cancer tissue. Although many people who support the claim that the use of parabens and chemicals that the body can be separated into the body, but the same study also found that parabens accumulate in tumor cells and can not be separated / destroyed by the body. It has also been proven that parabens act like estrogen and accumulate in the body and cause reproductive cancers such as breast cancer, bladder, etc.). In fact, The European Journal of Cancer Prevention reported that the use of products containing parabens and frequent wearing deodorant is related to breast cancer terdiagnosanya beginning. It is possible if parabens and other chemicals contained in personal care and beauty products cause a negative impact on our health.
Does everyone agree on this?
Of course not. Chemical and cosmetic companies love parabens because they produce products that have a shelf life that is long and cheap.
Why does not the government banned?
Because they