Hypoallergenic Skin Care Products

Harmful Ingredient Awareness

What is hypoallergenic skin care?

Hypoallergenic is a term that describes beauty products. It indicates that products that are labeled hypoallergenic have fewer ingredients (allergens) in the formula that could cause an allergic reaction or irritate the skin.

It also suggests hypoallergenic products to be safer to use and gentle for sensitive types.

This information gives the consumer guidance in choosing which products might be best for their skin, and it helps reduce the possibility of an ingredient that may cause a problem.

Many skin care products contain harmful fragrances, chemical, and plant-based substances that can disrupt your skin and cause harmful side effects.

The product label may be seen as familiar terms such as hypoallergenic skincare, “100% organic,” “Dermatologist-tested,” “Safe for,” “Allergy tested,” “Non comedogenic,” and “Non-irritating” although it doesn’t mean they are entirely safe for you- There are no assurances - since hypoallergenic label usage has no FDA official regulation.

Since the use of the term “hypoallergenic” can be very misleading, it is best to be accountable for ourselves and research the best we can.

Hypoallergenic Skin Care Benefits

With the huge rise in popularity of natural products, people are looking for safer, environmentally–friendly products. For those people with sensitivity to many conventional beauty products, trying hypoallergenic skin care products that are designed safe for sensitive types can provide an additional measure of safety.

People living with allergies need to be very careful to avoid triggering an unwanted allergic reaction. Products that are based on the gentleness of the ingredients and free of irritants are one solution.

Hypoallergenic Skin Care Products

While some companies, unfortunately, will loosely-label their products there are many reputable companies out there that have taken the steps to reduce the allergens in their hypoallergenic skin care products and cosmetics. The trick is to find just the right product that has a formula suited for you.

Shopping for hypoallergenic products from a trusted source could greatly improve your chances that you will find something less likely to cause a problem, but you still have to do your homework.

Keep in mind that everybody is different and finding the right product may take some patience and “trial and error” testing. To start narrowing down the odds, it’s best to start with products that contain only a few ingredients. A simple ingredient list will give you an edge to be able to keep track of what ingredient may give you a bad reaction.

As you become familiar with ingredients and discover which ones cause a problem, you can start to weed out certain products simply by reading labels.

Hypoallergenic Skin Care Ingredients

The good news is that some companies offer safe, quality products so there is no reason why we should continue using products that contain toxic chemical ingredients.

Make it your business to learn what ingredients pose a health threat. Learning what to look for and eliminate the harmful ingredients in your beauty regime could make great improvements in your appearance and overall health.

Eliminating harmful chemicals from possibly building up in the body over time may prevent certain health conditions later on.

Selecting the best non-toxic product may be some what of a challenge. Recognizing possible dangerous ingredients will help you avoid them and help you make a better decision.

Ingredients To Watch Out For-

• Parabens ( propylparaben, methlyparaben, butlyparaben, ethylparaben isoparaben)

Parabens are chemicals used in a variety of personal care products, cosmetics and many other products. They are commonly used as preservatives. They are an inexpensive choice to prevent the growth of fungus and bacteria.

Synthetically produced preservatives are the biggest culprits for causing rashes, allergic reactions, damage to the immune system, reproductive issues, and some studies have shown them related to severe health risks especially breast cancer.

Look for paraben-free products.





• Mineral oil:(Liquid paraffinum,Paraffin wax, Paraffin oil,Petrolatum)
  
  Mineral oil is a petroleum by-product that is frequently used in many products to help prevent moisture loss and because it's inexpensive. It is a potential irritant for some people. It clogs pores, promotes acne, interferes with toxin release, and slows down cell turnover causing premature aging.
  
  Petroleum products are harsh, toxic substances often contaminated with impurities that have been shown to cause cancer.
  
  Mineral oil has been the subject of great debate over the years. Using products containing mineral oil is truly a personal choice.
  
  Did you know?- One of the worlds high end luxury beauty creams (Crème de la Mer) contains mineral oil as well as Elizabeth Arden’s 8 hour cream, and baby oil is pure mineral oil with fragrance.





• Alcohols:(Isopropyl alcohol, Benzyl alcohol, Ethyl alcohol, Methanol, SD alcohol, Ethanol)
  
  Alcohols are commonly used in the cosmetics industry for their effectiveness as preservatives, solvents, and they help act as a delivery carrier.
  
  Alcohols tend to be very drying and irritating because they strip away the natural protective oils on the surface of the skin.





• Synthetic Fragrance: There are hundreds of synthetic fragrances (phthalates) that should be avoided because it is an un-necessary risk.
  
  They are cheaper to use than natural oils and can cause irritation, headaches, dizziness, hormonal imbalances, and they are linked to cancer.





• DEA (Diethanolamine), TEA (Triethanolamine), and MEA (Monoethanolamine):
  
  These harsh chemicals help adjust the PH levels of a product, and are used in formulations as emulsifiers, thickeners, wetting agents, and detergents.
  
  They are found in many personal care beauty products, and almost always in products that foam. They are easily absorbed and can cause allergic reactions and they have been linked to an increased risk of cancers.





• Propylene Glycol (PG)(PEG):
  
  This toxic substance is primarily used in cosmetics and beauty products to help retain moisture content and help in the absorption of other ingredients.
  
  This harmful ingredient is easily absorbed and can cause a number of irritations and allergic reactions and has been linked to many severe health problems.





• Butylene Glycol: This questionable product is similar to propylene glycol. It is a petroleum derivative commonly used as a humectant.
  
  

This is just a partial list of thousands of synthetic chemicals – To find out more check out Skin Deep Cosmetics Safety Database-

Hypoallergenic skin care can be the solution to sensitive types.

Be a smart consumer -Learn more about what to look for and what to avoid when it comes to taking care of your complexion and use this knowledge when shopping for sensitive skin products.

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