The things you use to look and feel better can be harming your health. There are many hidden beauty product health risks you probably don’t even know about. In fact, it’s likely you experience a handful but blame it on something else. So maybe it’s time to pay attention to what you are putting on your skin. Believe it or not, many of the “health” products you use every day can contribute to lower health. From allergies to pregnancy issues, here are some examples.

A Higher Potential for Cancer

You may not even know it, but the beauty products you use every day can come with health risks that can be fatal. Everyone loves a good shower, and we all have a routine. One of them is putting on talcum powder to stay dry and fresh. But did you know there are chemicals in talc that have been linked to mesothelioma? That’s the same cancer caused by asbestos! Fortunately, you can bring a lawsuit against manufacturers if you have been diagnosed with mesothelioma.

Beauty Product Health Risks from Allergies

It is believed that around 20% of the population experiences allergic reactions to the ingredients in beauty products. Fortunately, most allergic reactions are relatively harmless and can be sorted out easily. But there are also some severe problems that you need to keep an eye on:

• In severe cases, your face, nose, and mouth can swell up and stop you from breathing.
• Blisters and rashes are common symptoms of an allergic reaction to beauty products.
• Your skin can begin to flake and peel when exposed to something you are allergic to.

Red, Itchy, and Irritated Skin

One of the most overlooked issues from beauty products is irritated skin. Itchy, dry, or red skin is common for many people, especially women. The reason you might not think it is your beauty item is that it could also be a ton of other things. If you get red and itchy skin for no apparent reason, then assess what you use. Switch your soap and shampoo to organics, try going without makeup for a few days, and check what’s in your cleansers. It might surprise you!!

Bacterial Eye Infections

An eye infection is no picnic. Something in your eye causes all kinds of issues, such as not being able to walk around properly, irritation and pain, and obvious visual problems. Under no circumstances share beauty products that touch sensitive areas such as your eyes. If your friend has a lingering infection and you use their mascara brush, you will probably get it, too. In fact, it is perhaps best not to share beauty products at all if you want to reduce the chances.

Beauty Product Health Risks to Hormones

There could be a sinister reason why you are feeling angry all the time, and it’s lurking in your handbag! A UK study found that 83% of women wear makeup every day, so that’s a lot of women with potential hormonal issues from beauty products that need to be addressed.

Disrupting hormone balance

Parabens are preservatives but mimic hormones like estrogen and disrupt hormone balance. Phthalates from plastic are also linked to this, as well as chemicals found in sunscreen.

Developmental problems

Endocrine disruptors can cause problems when you are trying to have a baby, and some beauty product chemicals are also linked to breast cancer and have an effect on children after birth.

Avoiding exposure

You can look for beauty products that are paraben.formaldehyde, and phthalate-free. Organic products are usually free from chemicals and it helps to avoid beauty products when pregnant.

Nervous System and Brain Damage

Okay, so most of what has been covered is pretty much superficial and can be avoided and remedied pretty easily. However, there are some serious problems that can come from beauty products. Products like nail polish contain very strong chemicals, and some of these have been linked to brain damage. Solvents, in particular, are pretty toxic and can even have an impact on the nervous system, losing control of parts of your body, as well as some links to birth defects.

Issues with Reproduction

Further to birth defects, there are some beauty products that can cause fertility problems. Synthetic musks, triclosan, and even UV filters are known to have an impact on the hormonal system. However, the hormone system is vital for healthy reproduction, either when trying to get pregnant or when carrying a baby. Exposure to these can stop you from getting pregnant and impact the health of the baby while you are carrying. Avoid beauty products during these times. 

Pregnancy and Beauty Product Health Risks

Let’s talk a bit more about beauty products and pregnancy. As it stands, there are around 88 dangerous chemicals in 73,000 popular beauty products that are linked to birth defects. However, there are some that you absolutely must avoid if you are carrying a baby:

• Retinoids have been linked to birth defects caused by fetal retinoid syndrome.
• Stay away from chemical peels that contain high amounts of salicylic acid.
• Mineral oils and petroleum jelly are also harmful to babies during pregnancy.

Ingesting Toxic and Heavy Metals

It’s always shocking just how many products you use every day contain things that can kill you. Some of the worst are heavy metals. Heavy metals like lead, mercury, and cadmium are found in common beauty products. However, exposure to these can lead to severe problems such as organ damage and brain diseases like Parkinson’s and cancer. If you are always feeling weak and tired, it could be your beauty products, so try going without them for a little while to see.

Summary

Cancer is just one of the scary hidden beauty product health risks from the items you use every day. Certain chemicals can also disrupt your hormonal system, causing problems like anger and birth defects. There are also heavy metals like lead in many popular items, which can lead to organ failure, neuro issues, and general tiredness and weakness for no apparent reason.

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