Paraben Free Skincare

A number of recent studies have questioned the claim that parabens are ‘safe’.

One of the concerns rests with the ability of parabens to mimic the hormone estrogen.  This hormone has been linked to incidents of cancer.

Companies using these products in their manufacturing claim they are fine to use them, because the percentage of the chemical compound is so tiny and that it does not enter into the body.   But is this true?

• What is the effect of long term low level exposure?
• With such widespread use of products containing the chemical, can they build up, and can they cause cancerous cells in the body to develop?

Read more: Recent Studies

Parabens are chemical compounds.  They that are used in many skin care products, cosmetics, shampoos, shower gels, deodorants and moisturizers.  They are also found in foods as an additive adding colour and flavour.  Whilst they are used extensively many people are unaware that they are consuming them and using products which contain them.  Because they are so widespread it is often difficult to find products that are paraben free.

Read more: What Are They?