Cosmetics findings: Not too pretty
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Many popular perfumes, make-ups and deodorants contain phthalates, chemicals that can cause birth defects
WASHINGTON - A new face has been put on the notion of suffering for beauty - many popular beauty products contain phthalates, chemicals that can cause birth defects.
Three environmental and advocacy groups asked a national laboratory to test 72 products that included popular perfumes, make-up and deodorants.
The study, called Not Too Pretty, found phthalates in 52 of the products.
More than 10 contained more than one phthalate, a result which surprised researchers because it indicated just how widespread use of the chemicals has become.
The study was commissioned by the Environmental Working Group, Coming Clean, and Health Care without Harm.
'Chemicals that can damage the development and future fertility of babies don't belong in products marketed to women,' said Coming Clean campaign coordinator Bryony Schwanm.
Phthalate, an industrial chemical used as a plastic softener, has been shown to cause damage to the human reproductive system as well as liver, kidney and lung damage in animals. -
BM done his homework for .. gals... hmm...
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Hmmm......Originally posted by Xavier:BM done his homework for .. gals... hmm...
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Know thy liking, then can get closer mah Xavier.
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Sodeska! me mus learn frm veteran
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Save Your Skin: Know Your MakeUp
The clock starts ticking from the moment any cosmetics product is opened and exposed to air, moisture and light. Skin care experts agree that keeping container sealed tightly and away from direct sunlight will prolong the life of cosmetics.
Pay extra attention to products that are preservative-free, have all-natural or active ingredients such as retinol and AHA, or are water-based.
Also, take care of makeup for sensitive areas like eyes and lips, and avoid sharing such items.
Above all else, use your common sense. If an eye cream smells rancid or if a lipstick has changed colour, chances are it has gone bad. Toss it.
MASCARA
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Shelf Life: 3-6 months
Toss it: If the mascara smells sour, looks clumpy and does not transfer evenly onto lashes
LIPSTICK
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Shelf Life: 1-2 years
Toss it: If the oil turns rancid, the colour fades or oil droplets form on the surface
LIQUID FOUNDATION
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Shelf Life: 3-6 months
Toss it: If the fluid starts to separate or settle at the bottom, or if it smells off.
PRESSED POWDER
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Shelf Life: 1-2 years
Toss it: If there is a glaze on the top of the cake of powder and it smells off
LOOSE POWDER
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Shelf Life: 1-2 years
Toss it: If powder is no longer fine and cakes together, or if it smells off
EYE SHADOW AND BLUSHER
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Shelf Life: Over a year
Toss it: If the powder cracks or crumbles, or if a glaze forms on top
EYE AND LIP PENCILS
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Shelf Life: Over a year
Toss it: If it dries out or crumbles
CREAMS
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Shelf Life: Over a year
Toss it: If the texture changes from smooth to grainy, it smells sour, or a layer of liquid forms on top -
Wah din know you know much more than me wor xav!!
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know what more than u
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All the information you posted above lor...some i dun even know...Originally posted by Xavier:know what more than u -
Well anyway gald you posted it Xavier...I am sure alot of gals also dunno the lifespan of such stuff or how to know whether they have gone bad.......
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You're mistaken..topazz posted it.. not me
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Helo!! long long tiem since i came in here liaoz...changed so much!!keke this topic's rather interesting hah...good siaz...now i know what are teh stuff to be dumped liaoz...kekek -
Opps....sorry ar...wrong person....dina abit the blur blur from not enuff sleep.......Originally posted by Xavier:You're mistaken..topazz posted it.. not me -
Dun worry sis...I have dumped all your stuff at home already!!Originally posted by Michiko22: Helo!! long long tiem since i came in here liaoz...changed so much!!keke this topic's rather interesting hah...good siaz...now i know what are teh stuff to be dumped liaoz...kekek