Health

Parabens and Nanoparticles: Harsh on the Skin and the Earth

You may want to reconsider the skincare products you apply every day.

August 4, 2010

The Skinny on Dioxane

Dioxane, which should be regarded as a hazardous chemical when disposing, is not required by the FDA to be listed as an ingredient in personal care items.

By Joey Papa

August 3, 2010

More Nasties Lurking in Your Home

Two harmful toxins, diethanolamine and petroleum distillates, are probably in your home right now.

By Tyler Farmer

August 2, 2010

Holy Hair: p-Phenylenediamine is Probably in There

Found in many everyday products, PPD is difficult to dispose of and poses significant health risks.

By Megan Reilly

August 2, 2010

Formaldehyde: A Helpful Q&A

Found in particleboard, pressed wood, cigarettes, cosmetics and more, formaldehyde is a toxin that is all around, but difficult to properly dispose.

By Jessica Bates

July 30, 2010

Coal Tar: It’s Everywhere You Really Don’t Want it to Be

A toxin commonly found in hair conditioner, dyes, soaps, deodorants and cosmetics is finding its way into more bodies due to improper disposal.

By Elizah Leigh

July 29, 2010

What Your Nose May Not Know: The Truth About Fragrance

Never having been keen on fragrance may benefit your health.

By Lauren Kelley

July 28, 2010

Hydroquinone: Bad for Your Skin, Bad for the Landfill

Hydroquinone, a skin-lightening agent on the Dirty Dozen toxin list, is a known eco-contaminate, so why are we still purchasing hydroquinone products?

By Megan Reilly

July 27, 2010