Happy 2013! It has been almost a year since I did the Toxin a Day series (you can find the wrap up and links to all… Read more “Cleaner Living: It’s a New Year!”
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Cleaner living: Toxin a Day Wrap Up
Whew… that was exhausting! I’m sure you are thinking right about now that this is completely overwhelming, so many things to remember, look for, learn about. I… Read more “Cleaner living: Toxin a Day Wrap Up”
Cleaner Living: Toxin #12- Nitrosamines
Well, we have made it to the 12th day… But no Partridge in a Pear Tree here, we are learning about Nitrosamines today! Nitrosamines are not actually an… Read more “Cleaner Living: Toxin #12- Nitrosamines”
Cleaner Living: Toxin #11 BHA (Butylated hydroxyanisole)
Butylated hydroxyanisole (BHA)- not to be confused with beta hydroxy acid (also abbreviated BHA)- is a preservative found in food and cosmetics. It is used to keep… Read more “Cleaner Living: Toxin #11 BHA (Butylated hydroxyanisole)”
Cleaner Living: Toxin #10- Formaldehyde
Formaldehyde. Yes, the stuff they use for embalming bodies to temporarily prevent decomposition can be found in your personal care products. Formaldehyde is a known human carcinogen, skin irritant,… Read more “Cleaner Living: Toxin #10- Formaldehyde”
Cleaner Living: Toxin #9- 1,4 Dioxane
1,4 Dioxane is a carcinogenic compound that is used in dry cleaning solvents, lacquers and automotive coolant. It is listed on the State of California’s list of chemicals known… Read more “Cleaner Living: Toxin #9- 1,4 Dioxane”
Cleaner Living: Toxin #8- Hydroquinone
Hydroquinone is most commonly found as a skin lightener and in products marketed towards women of color. In addition to this purpose it is also found as in… Read more “Cleaner Living: Toxin #8- Hydroquinone”
Cleaner Living: Toxin #7- Parabens
Sorry for the break, but 2-year-old birthdays are a lot of work- especially when you are travelling to a different state to host them! So, let’s get… Read more “Cleaner Living: Toxin #7- Parabens”
Cleaner Living: Toxin #6- Fire Retardants
I know I said Parabens were next, but after yesterday’s press event here in CT , and Michelle’s post a few days back about fire retardants in popular… Read more “Cleaner Living: Toxin #6- Fire Retardants”
Cleaner Living: Toxin #5- Triclosan
Triclosan is an anti-microbial chemical that is found in a number of soaps, detergents, deodorants, and even toothpaste. According to the Campaign for Safe Cosmetics it was originally developed as a surgical… Read more “Cleaner Living: Toxin #5- Triclosan”
