Is your baby safe from Propylene Glycol?
Posted by Claudine
Propylene Glycol is a cosmetic form of mineral oil found in automatic brake and hydraulic fluid and industrial antifreeze. In the skin and hair, propylene glycol works as a humescent, (a product which helps the skin and hair retain moisture).
The Material Safety Data Sheet warns users to avoid skin contact with propylene glycol as this strong skin irritant can cause liver abnormalities and kidney damage.
Known health effects.
Eye irritation, skin irritation, skin drying, defatting. Ingestion has serious health effects similar to above.
Propylene glycol is Commonly found in:
• makeup • shampoo • deodorant • detangler • styling mousse • cleansing cream • mascara • soap • skin cream • bubble bath • conditioner • toner • after shave
and also in:
• Tyre sealant • Rubber cleaner • De-icer • Stain removers • Fabric softener • Degreaser • Paint • Adhesive • Wallpaper stripper
Wow, what a product. The problem is that most of us are not aware that this wonderful additive is also an ingredient in some very well known baby products including BABY POWDER (TALC) AND BABY WIPES.
So many parents are incredibly careful about what they feed their babies, protecting their babies from the sun and other evident dangers and are blissfully unaware of the dangers that are right under their noses.
There are some wonderful alternatives to these products and I will post later on how to make your own absolutely natural and safe baby powder and wipes which will not cost the earth and will ensure the safety of your little ones!
Please do not just assume that because a product bears the name “Baby” in the title, that it is 100% safe for you baby to use. Make a note of the ingredients and look them up. You will be horrified at what some manufacturer’s are getting away with…. Be safe, not sorry!!!
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