{"id":16474,"date":"2020-01-16T20:18:14","date_gmt":"2020-01-17T04:18:14","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/everjoyn.com\/?p=16474"},"modified":"2021-04-29T15:39:29","modified_gmt":"2021-04-29T19:39:29","slug":"8-harmful-ingredients-found-in-baby-care-products-and-why-you-should-avoid-them","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/everjoyn.com\/8-harmful-ingredients-found-in-baby-care-products-and-why-you-should-avoid-them\/","title":{"rendered":"8 Harmful Ingredients In Baby Care Products"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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There\u2019s nothing more precious than a baby. From the day that we lay eyes on our infant we do everything in our power to make sure that they are taken care of to the absolute best of our abilities. From what we feed them to the products we put on their skin, we believe that the decisions we make are with their best interests in mind and that nothing harmful with come from them.<\/p>\n

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But did you know that our little ones are constantly exposed to irritants from the moment they enter this world? From environmental pollutants to skin care and household products, even the items that claim to be \u201call-natural\u201d still can have adverse effects on their health, as well as their delicate and highly absorbent skin?!<\/p>\n

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Whether it be rashes, allergic skin reactions, eczema outbreaks or other skin irritations, there are numerous personal care products available on the market that contain these potentially harmful ingredients and artificial fragrances \u2013 and as a Mom of 3 myself, I want nothing to do with them!<\/p>\n

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This is why I choose to use organic and all-natural products with the least amount of ingredients as possible!<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n

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But how do we know which of the ingredients listed are actually causing potential harm so we can avoid those? Let me help!<\/p>\n

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What To Avoid In Baby Care Products <\/strong><\/h3>\n

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Here is a list of 8 ingredients that should be avoided in baby products \u2013 and yours too for that matter!<\/p>\n

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1. Artificial fragrance<\/strong><\/h4>\n

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The majority of baby shampoos and soaps contain various synthetic fragrances in order to make babies smell great and to encourage parents to keep buying these products. Unfortunately, artificial fragrance can irritate a little one\u2019s respiratory system, as well as cause various skin irritations. Moreover, the chemical compounds that create a scent are generally identified as trade secrets, so it is impossible to know what you are truly getting[1].<\/a><\/p>\n

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With thousands of different ingredients falling under the generic \u201cfragrance\u201d term, the unidentified mixture of ingredients can include carcinogens, allergens, respiratory irritants, endocrine disruptors, neurotoxic chemicals and environmental toxicants. In fact, A National Academy of Sciences points out some vital facts [2]<\/a>:<\/p>\n

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About 95 percent of chemicals used in synthetic fragrances are derived from petroleum (crude oil). They include benzene derivatives (carcinogenic), aldehydes, toluene and many other known toxic chemicals linked to cancer, birth defects, central nervous system disorders and allergic reactions. And many on the list are known or suspected endocrine disruptors, compounds that mess with hormonal health and can trigger weight gain and even set you up for diseases decades down the line.<\/em><\/p>\n

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2. Formaldehyde<\/strong><\/h4>\n

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Formaldehyde has been used for decades to embalm dead bodies for open casket burials, and is a preservation fluid that replaces the blood. However, it\u2019s also a common ingredient in beauty products to prevent bacteria growth. Recognized as a cancer-causing agent (carcinogen) by the National Cancer Institute, formaldehyde is a severe respiratory irritant that can cause damage to the central nervous system [3].<\/a><\/p>\n

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3. Parabens<\/strong><\/h4>\n

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Designed to prevent bacteria from growing, parabens are a chemical preservative that have been deemed xenoestrogens \u2013 agents that mimic estrogen in the body[4]<\/a>. \u201cEstrogen disruption\u201d has been linked to breast cancer and reproductive issues. And in 2004 British cancer researcher Philippa Darbre, Ph.D., found parabens present in malignant breast tumors, and is why experts in many countries have recommended limits on paraben levels in beauty products[5]<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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Furthermore, watchdog organizations worry that if parabens can be stored in the body, they could have a cumulative effect and pose a health risk, and is why they are best avoided altogether.<\/p>\n

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However, please be aware that these chemicals are often not listed as parabens on the ingredients label but rather such things as butylparaben, propylparaben and methylparaben.<\/p>\n

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4. Phthalates<\/strong><\/h4>\n

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First off, it\u2019s pronounced tha\u00b7lates \u2013 you\u2019re welcome for that. I had no idea for a long time either.<\/p>\n

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So now that we got that out of the way\u2026 phthalates are a group of industrial chemicals that are used to make plastics more flexible and durable. Often found in plastic toys, water bottles, etc., you will be surprised to learn that they are also used in beauty products. The most common types are as follows:<\/p>\n

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