(Source: Rodale)
The birds are chirping away, the sun is hanging around longer and the weather is absolutely superb! What does that mean? Spring is in the air. But before you get to the beach parties, cocktails, sundresses and cottages, business needs to be taken care of. And that’s not a problem because we’re here to help you rule out some non-ingredients for your upcoming (or ‘in-progress’) spring cleaning sessions.
Triclosan & Triclocarban
As much as possible, try not to mess with these non-ingredients and the reason is simple: while it is used in many consumer products, these anti-bacterial and antifungal agents are suspected to hinder normal hormone function. What may potentially result is a greater risk of breast and prostate cancer. Environment Canada has even suggested that we stay away from antibacterial products because they kill even the good bacteria that fight bad germs. And if you have an aquatic pet of any sort, be even more careful because triclosan is categorized as toxic to them.
(Source: CBC)
Found in: antiperspirants, disinfectants, cosmetics, soaps, dish detergents, garbage bags, toothpaste, utensils
Nano-silver
Don’t get too excited when you hear that these silver nano particles have the ability to kill the HIV virus. Other than its toxic properties to the human liver and brain, it is also introduced as a hazard to beneficial bacteria and aquatic organisms. Equipped with the potential to damage brain cells and cause inflammation – which isn’t something you’d want to be equipped with – nano-silver has been deemed an environmental pollutant. All in all, benefits have not been solidly proven and with the negatives stacking up against this non-ingredient, it’s best to keep your distance.
(Source: Homemakers)
Found in: plastics, soaps, air fresheners, textiles, packaging, bandages
Sodium Lauryl Ether Sulphate/Sodium Laureth Sulfate (SLES)
It’s inexpensive and often used as the primary foam enhancer in products. Being inexpensive one of the main reasons why harmful non-ingredients are used. SLES conquers greasy surfaces but there’s a hefty price to pay besides its foaming property. It is a skin and eye irritant that can also cause miserable allergic reactions. An even more risky possibility is that it can be contaminated with 1,4-Dioxane, a possible carcinogen (cancer-causing agent). Another huge issue with this ingredient is that it’s widely used in a large array of different products.
(Source: Dolceta)
Found in: soaps, shampoos, toothpaste, laundry detergents, dish liquids, cosmetics
Benzalkonium Chloride
If your immune system isn’t cooperating well with you, take extra caution in having this antibacterial agent living in your products at home. It has been linked to being an immune system toxicant and thus, can cause allergic reactions and far-from-pleasant skin irritation. Not only should you stay away – solutions of 10% or more are toxic to humans – but so should your pet fish as it is highly toxic to them.
(Source: Adventure Rob)
Found in: hand sanitizers, soaps, body wash, wet wipes, cosmetics, household cleaners, leave-on skin antiseptics, disinfectants
Some believe that certain sacrifices have to be made for desired outcomes and in many cases, it may be true. However, one thing you should never sacrifice is your well-being. And this is the one thing Nature Clean® will stress forever!
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