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(#1) Saw Palmetto May Interfere With Birth Control Medication
Tati Westbrook's adoring YouTube subscribers were incredibly excited when she launched Halo Beauty, her own line of beauty supplements to support hair, skin, and nails. However, the excitement quickly turned into rage when people found out Halo Beauty's supplements included an ingredient called saw palmetto. It has been known to both boost hair growth and interfere with prescription medications like birth control.
The jury is still out on this one, but New York dermatologist Joshua Zeichner says: "There is currently no data showing that saw palmetto will interfere with your birth control." But OB-GYN Leah Millheiser believes otherwise:
"I don't agree with the blanket statement that saw palmetto does not interfere with hormonal contraception. Saw palmetto does have estrogenic activity and may affect endogenous hormone levels."
Without any conclusive evidence on either side, it's best to arm yourself with information. Supplements don't require regulation or approval for distribution from the Food & Drug Administration, so you really never know what's in them.
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(#12) Formaldehyde, A Known Human Carcinogen, Is Still Found In Nail Polish
Yes, the chemical used in embalming fluid is also floating around in your nail polish, hair products, and more. Even though The International Agency for Research on Carcinogens named it as a human carcinogen, formaldehyde is still found in many beauty products in order to preserve the ingredients and offer a longer shelf life. But overexposure to formaldehyde can potentially damage your nose, throat, and lungs, as well as lead to cancer. Leave this one to the high school science experiments and out of your skincare routine.
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(#6) Phthalates May Increase Risk Of Cancer And Birth Defects
Phthalates could seriously scary. Phthalates may increase your risk of breast cancer and reproductive birth defects, and they can be included in your hairsprays, perfumes, and moisturizers without you even knowing. Due to a product labeling loophole, phthalates are often included under the umbrella of "fragrance." They don't have to be specifically listed on the ingredients list. The best way to avoid them is to purchase all natural products, or products that are fragrance-free.
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(#9) Fluoride May Cause Issues In People With Sensitive Skin
Many toothpastes and mouthwashes count fluoride as a main ingredient, and for most people, that's okay. However, if you have highly sensitive skin, you may have fluoride to thank for your seemingly random reactions. There is some evidence that contact with fluoride can result in anything from dermatitis outbreaks to eczema to gastric issues, but those claims remain unsubstantiated. Good news, though. If fluoride is the cause of all your problems, your symptoms should clear up immediately after you switch your toothpaste to a fluoride-free version.
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(#10) Coal Tar Is A Carcinogen
It seems odd to some people that coal tar is included in beauty products, but it's surprisingly prevalent. The substance - labeled as aminophenol, diaminobenzene, or phenylenediamine on ingredient lists - is still found in hair dyes and shampoos today. In the early 1900s, coal tar was prominent in mascara formulations, and some women allegedly went blind from exposure. The International Agency for Research on Cancer said that it's a carcinogen - a cancer-causing chemical.
While all of Europe has banned the use of coal tar, the US hasn't taken that step yet and the FDA endorses its use in dandruff and psoriasis shampoos. Be careful when reading the labels on your hair care products, and if you get your hair professionally dyed, be sure to ask your colorist what kind of dye they are using.
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(#3) Charcoal May Actually Make Your Teeth Weaker And More Sensitive
Charcoal is one of the most popular health and wellness ingredients, and it's showing up in many forms - in water, in supplements, in face masks, and in teeth whitening treatments. While charcoal is pretty healthy, you may want to pump the brakes when it comes to using it in your dental routine. There's evidence to suggest that the harsh powder breaks down tooth enamel, making your teeth weaker and more sensitive. A few studies of charcoal tooth whitening reported negative outcomes, including increased cavities, enamel abrasion, and other negative impacts.
However, the results are inconclusive. If you're still interested in brushing your teeth with charcoal, just be aware that the ingredient's antibacterial, antifungal, antiviral, and oral detoxification claims are not based on hard scientific evidence.
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Beauty products are all chemical synthetic products. Although they have good functions, they also emit various harmful substances more or less. Checking the ingredients of beauty products is the first step in the pursuit of health and beauty. The ingredients that cause serious side effects in cosmetics are usually heavy metals such as mercury, lead, and arsenic. When choosing cosmetics, people are always attracted by the efficacy of freckle removal and whitening, while ignoring its essence.
Long-term use of many common beauty products will have side effects, such as hard-to-repair damage and various adverse reactions in the body, and even serious damage to the central nervous system. The random tool lists 13 common beauty products that may have harmful side effects.
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