Podcasts about Oxybenzone

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☀️ Summer's approaching fast (it's already here in Portugal!), so let's talk about sunscreen.A good sunscreen provides broad-spectrum protection against UVA & UVB rays, both of which contribute to skin aging, burns, and cancer risk. What you want in a sunscreen:• Look for Zinc oxide and Micronized Zinc Oxide (which is cosmetically safe)• Always choose an SPF 30 or higher to block 97% of UVB rays.• Opt for reef-safe sunscreens without Oxybenzone and Octinoxate to protect marine ecosystems. Plus, exciting news from Stanford University shows potential for a new type of biodegradable sunscreen using bacteriophages to absorb harmful UV rays, very promising for the next generation of sunscreen!

Anthony Jay, PhD discusses ways to minimize your exposure to common chemicals that are harming your hormones and health. Support you body's Glutathione (GSH) Synthesis* and Sleep with the new NAC + Glycine Supreme by MYOXCIENCE: Save with code podcast at checkout Anthony's Book: https://amzn.to/3eIE50u Video Version of the Episode: https://bit.ly/3LamZ7y Episode Time Stamps:   02:20 Average total male testosterone now is 250.In the 1980s the average male had 500 total testosterone. That average drops about a percentage point every year. In the 1990s it was about 400. In the early 2000s it was about 300. 02:55 Paleo ancestors had an average total testosterone of 1500. 03:05 Breast cancer rates have risen 250% in the past 20 to 30 years. 03:25 Fake estrogen chemicals mess with estrogen and progesterone ratios and block testosterone from binding to the receptor. They lower your total testosterone and free testosterone. 05:04 If the recycle symbol on the bottom of your bottle is 7, there is bisphenol (probably BPS), even if it says BPA free. BPS is worse than BPA. 05:55 Find and address the root cause of decreasing testosterone. 07:15 Phthalates leach into your water. Filter your drinking water. Don't store water in plastic. Use glass or stainless steel. Water in your house is transported through plastic pipes. Dr. Jay likes the water filters mounted on the spigot of the kitchen sink. Water from a plastic pitcher filter can be stored in a glass pitcher. 08:20 Activated charcoal (carbon) is the key to removing estrogen chemicals. 09:05 Chicken is full of phthalates from injected preservatives. 10:15 Plastic containers leach into liquids, especially if it is heated or at room temperature. 10:55 The black plastic on TV dinners is from recycled electrical cords and other gear. 11:58 Low testosterone is linked to poor metabolic health, cardiovascular disease, and depression. 12:15 Doctors are trained as pharmaceutical reps. There is no incentive to fix the root cause. 14:40 Testosterone protects your arteries against plaque, protects your brain against Alzheimer's, and protects your metabolism through blood sugar regulation. 15:10 The medical/pharmaceutical system is a money driven machine. It does not optimize for you health. It is optimized for selling more drugs. 15:35 Testosterone is an action hormone for both men and women. It is motivating and improves sex drive. Estrogen in the brain can increase aggressive behavior. 16:45 Natural estrogen protects against Alzheimer's, heart attacks and depression. By decreasing natural estrogen in women, and add fake estrogen chemicals, you make the women more masculine. 17:33 Atrazine exposure creates male feminization. Atrazine is the second most used herbicide, after glyphosate, in the North America. It is illegal in Europe. A male frog sitting in water with 200 ng/dL of atrazine turns the male frog into a female frog. US safety limit for atrazine in drinking water is 3,000 ng/dL. 19:00 Oxybenzone in sunscreen is an estrogen endocrine disruptor. Seven days after one application of sunscreen brought blood levels of oxybenzone above government adult safety limits. 19:40 The “new car smell” is often oxybenzone. It perverts your brain into thinking it is attractive. 20:20 No one is studying the additive effect, bioaccumulation, or long-term impacts of fake hormones. 21:00 Fake estrogens influence the way cells behave, but it does not kill the cell. That means that it is not toxic. Adding BPA to cells in a dish does not kill them because the cells think it is more estrogen. When your cells are placed in a plastic research dish, 80% of them die from the plastic. The remaining ones are robust, and those are the ones studied. 22:40 If you see the word “fragrance” on a label, don't buy it. 23:00 China has stricter regulations on parabens and phthalates than the US to circumvent the feminization of males. 24:35 Use the sauna. Sweat out your chemical exposures. 25:05 Gender dysphoria may be linked to chemical exposures. 27:10 Polar bears in northern Alaska have parabens and phthalates in their bodies.  These chemicals can cause them to become infertile. 28:05 Children with high levels of urine BPA have high rates of depression. 28:30 There are two estrogen receptors and one testosterone receptor, an androgen receptor. Women have 3 main estrogens: estrone, estriol, and estradiol. The alpha estrogen receptor is important for sexual development in the womb. After the womb, the alpha receptor should not be activated. 29:10 Alpha estrogen receptor is linked to breast cancer and prostate cancer. Prostate cancer is not a testosterone problem. It is an alpha estrogen receptor problem. 29:20 Beta estrogen receptor (ESR2) is protective against breast cancer, prostate cancer, Alzheimer's and heart disease. It should be activated throughout your life, for both men and women. 29:54 Fake estrogens activate the alpha estrogen receptor, which shuts off the beta receptor. 30:20 Soy is a risk. It acts like estrogen. Soy activates both the alpha and beta estrogen receptors. Some people have a higher risk of breast cancer from soy because they have more estrogen alpha receptors. 32:10 Lignins in flax are good for you if your gut bacteria can break them down. If they don't, lignins activate the alpha receptor. 32:20 Soy and flax have 100,000 units of estrogen. Other plant foods have under 1,000 units of estrogen. Fermented soy (tempeh, miso and fermented soy sauce) is under 100 units of estrogen. 34:30 Estrogen chemicals likely trigger early menopause and early puberty for girls. If you want to give mice and rats PCOS, give them estrogen chemicals. 37:50 Estrogen chemicals are released in sweat. Shower it off immediately. Our fat tissue stores estrogen chemicals.  Rats given low dose atrazine got fat.    

We've all been told to slip, slop, slap but with concerns of not getting enough vitamin D or the type of chemicals found in some sunscreens, we thought it's time to get an expert in. Linda Long is an experienced Dermal Therapist with more than 20 years of knowledge. She helps clear up any myths that are flying around. As mentioned during this podcast ep, the following ingredients are to be avoided in sunscreens:Oxybenzone , Octinoxate and Homosalate. Follow Linda on Insta @yourskinfluencer_   www.thebigsismovement.com Sound production by SoundCartel.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

To Grab doTERRA Sun's Care Line: Available on July 1 https://doterra.me/IQJ3yycS On July 1 the following products will be available for purchase individually: • dōTERRA sun Face + Body Mineral Sunscreen Lotion. Wholesale $29 | 20 PV  • dōTERRA sun Face + Body Mineral Sunscreen Stick. Wholesale $25 | 20 PV • dōTERRA sun Body Mineral Sunscreen Spray. Wholesale $28 | 20 PV On August 1 the *dōTERRA sun After Sun Restorative Body Spray will be available for purchase. Wholesale $25 | 20 PV   Learn more about our Sun Care line by watching this WEBINAR Ingredients that must be avoided: Oxybenzone (most worrisome) Homosalate Octinoxate (Octyl methoxycinnamate) Avobenzone Octocrylene Octisalate Titanium dioxide and zinc oxide (especially if potential to inhale)   Additional science on ingredient toxicity: https://www.ewg.org/sunscreen/report/the-trouble-with-sunscreen-chemicals/?                         After Sun Restorative Body Mist:        KEY INGREDIENTS:      Astaxanthin Aloe Vera Topical Prebiotics & Probiotics Arnica Montana Flower Extract Vitamin E   HERO ESSENTIAL OILS • Copaiba • Lavender • Peppermint • Helichrysum   Face + Body Mineral Sunscreen Lotion: KEY INGREDIENTS: Non-Nano Zinc Oxide Raspberry Seed Oil Avocado Oil Turmeric Extract Jojoba Esters Vitamin E Body Mineral Sunscreen Spray KEY INGREDIENTS: Non-Nano Zinc Oxide Raspberry Seed Oil Avocado Oil Turmeric Extract Jojoba Esters Vitamin E Face + Body Mineral Stick: KEY INGREDIENTS Non-Nano Zinc Oxide Shea Butter Cocoa Butter Vitamin E HERO ESSENTIAL OILS Helichrysum Frankincense Carrot Seed                

Oxybenzone (benzophenone-3; BP-3) is a toxic endocrine-disrupting chemical (EDC). Alarmingly, this chemical has been identified as a common ingredient in some brands of sunscreen. Oxybenzone can often be found in humans, household dust, fish and, due to its widespread human use, the water environment—causing harm to coral reefs and other murine life. Previous studies have shown that environmental toxins and estrogenic chemicals have emerged as potential culprits in the promotion of breast cancer. Furthermore, oxybenzone has been known to have estrogenic and anti-estrogenic properties. “Although BP-3 has a very short half-life, its presence is widespread in human urine [9], in as much as 98% of the general U.S. population [13].” Researchers from the Breast Cancer and the Environment Research Program at Michigan State University studied the diet-dependent effects of oxybenzone in mouse models of mammary tumorigenesis during puberty and adulthood. Their paper was published by Oncotarget in 2020, and entitled, “Benzophenone-3 promotion of mammary tumorigenesis is diet-dependent.” “We [previously] demonstrated enhancement of mammary tumorigenesis by a diet high in saturated animal fat (HFD) [5–8]. Thus, examination of the activity of EDCs in a dietary context may provide additional insight into the potential role of EDCs in promoting breast cancer.” Full blog - https://www.oncotarget.org/2021/11/17/sunscreen-ingredient-promotes-breast-cancer-in-diet-dependent-manner/ Sign up for free Altmetric alerts about this article - https://oncotarget.altmetric.com/details/email_updates?id=10.18632%2Foncotarget.27831 DOI - https://doi.org/10.18632/oncotarget.27831 Full text - https://www.oncotarget.com/article/27831/text/ Correspondence to - Richard C. Schwartz - schwart9@msu.edu and Sandra Z. Haslam - shaslam@msu.edu Keywords - oxybenzone, benzophenone-3, mammary tumorigenesis, dietary animal fat, breast cancer About Oncotarget Oncotarget is a bi-weekly, peer-reviewed, open access biomedical journal covering research on all aspects of oncology. To learn more about Oncotarget, please visit https://www.oncotarget.com or connect with: SoundCloud - https://soundcloud.com/oncotarget Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/Oncotarget/ Twitter - https://twitter.com/oncotarget Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/oncotargetjrnl/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/OncotargetYouTube/ LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/oncotarget Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.com/oncotarget/ Reddit - https://www.reddit.com/user/Oncotarget/ Oncotarget is published by Impact Journals, LLC please visit https://www.ImpactJournals.com or connect with @ImpactJrnls Media Contact MEDIA@IMPACTJOURNALS.COM 18009220957

Zinc Oxide (ZnO) is a mineral UV filter that has become very popular in the last few years. In this episode, we will discuss the regulatory changes in Europe and United States that impacted this ingredient, how to formulate with it, and also why Zinc Oxide is a good option to create products that follow trends like natural origin, clean beauty, and inclusive suncare. In these links you will find more information on the topics discussed: FDA PROPOSED RULE: SUNSCREEN DRUG PRODUCTS https://www.fda.gov/media/124655/download Hawaii Has A Ban On Sunscreen Chemicals But No One's Sure Who Should Enforce It - Honolulu Civil Beat  https://www.civilbeat.org/2021/08/hawaii-has-a-ban-on-sunscreen-chemicals-but-no-ones-sure-who-should-enforce-it/ Zinc toxicology following particulate inhalation https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2796768/ Federal Register :: Amending Over-the-Counter Monograph M020: Sunscreen Drug Products for Over-the-Counter Human Use; Over the Counter Monograph Proposed Order; Availability https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2021/09/27/2021-20780/amending-over-the-counter-monograph-m020-sunscreen-drug-products-for-over-the-counter-human-use-over Hawaii's Ban on Oxybenzone and Octinoxate-Containing Sunscreen Takes Effect - Lexology https://www.lexology.com/library/detail.aspx?g=dc777751-66bf-4b68-abe4-3176bb93a589 Registration Dossier - ECHA https://echa.europa.eu/registration-dossier/-/registered-dossier/16139/6/1 Zinc Oxide Nanoparticles for Revolutionizing Agriculture: Synthesis and Applications https://www.hindawi.com/journals/tswj/2014/925494/ Why You Need to Be Careful About Zinc in Aquaponics - Upstart University https://university.upstartfarmers.com/blog/be-careful-about-zinc-in-aquaponics What is the impact of zinc above the permissible limit in potable water? https://www.researchgate.net/post/What_is_the_impact_of_zinc_above_the_permissible_limit_in_potable_water Public Health Statement: https://www.atsdr.cdc.gov/ToxProfiles/tp60-c1-b.pdf Learn more about Kobo at: www.koboproducts.com

I had a great catch up with my friend Jade Chan, Founder of @sunslayeraus. Jade's business idea to develop and produce a reef-safe sunscreen for the Australian market started two years ago when she went on a dive trip. Did you know that Oxybenzone, one of the common active ingredients in sunscreens, is bad news for corals as it decreases their defences against bleaching? Find out what makes Sun Slayer Sunscreen different from other sunscreen brands. Check out https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/sunslayer/sunscreen for more info!   Perth Entrepreneurs Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/perthentrepreneurspodcast/ Entrepreneurs Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/neilgibbpeptalk/Perth Entrepeneurs LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/neil-gibb-14a618185/  HMO Property Co Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/thehmopropertyco 

#041 - Autumn Blum, CEO of human-safe and reef-safe sunscreen maker Stream2Sea teaches us how to be better skin care products detectives by explaining which skin care ingredients are or may be dangerous and how to identify cleaner formulas.  In addition, she discusses the recent sunscreen recalls, the differences between sunscreens formulas, and the importance of using high quality hand sanitizer.  DOWNLOAD: Pocket Guide of Stream2Sea's Ingredients to Avoid in Skin CareCarefully Healing Blog Post:  Sunscreen:  What You Need to Know Before You Buy You can find Stream2Sea on social media atFacebook at Stream2SeaInstagram at @stream2seaAnd online at Stream2Sea.com and on the Resources page of my website at CarefullyHealing.com/resources.THANK YOU FOR LISTENING! If you have been enjoying Quest for Healing, please hit subscribe so that you don't miss an episode! Also, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts or your podcast provider.SHOW NOTES:Downloadable Pocket Guide of Stream2Sea's Ingredients to AvoidThe 3 O's:  Oxybenzone, Octocrylene, OctinoxateIngredients of Emerging Concern, not included in the Pocket Guide but mentioned in the episode:  Butyloctyl salicylateReports and Press Releases:Subsequent to taping this episode, Stream2Sea had its products independently-tested for benzene through a third-party and the results for all of its products came back benzene-free!  To read that release, use this link.Valisure Report highlighting benzene levels in sunscreens (5/24/21)July 2021 Sunscreen Recall Notices:Johnson & Johnson for Neutrogena and Aveeno sunscreens (7/14/21)Recall news from CVS HealthThe Quest for Healing Podcast is hosted by Kerstin Ramstrom. For more information about Kerstin and her health coaching practice, Carefully Healing, please find her atCarefullyHealing.comFacebook: Carefully HealingInstagram: @CarefullyHealingWithKerstinYouTube: Carefully Healing with KerstinIf you want save up to 25% off supplements that you're taking every day, check out Wellevate in the Resources section of my website at CarefullyHealing.com/Resources and go to the Wellevate section. Shipping is FREE for orders over $49, US only. ($)

It's summer! I was just sitting here at the kitchen counter and had just finished my lunch and I thought, I need to do a podcast on safe sunscreen. We are just after Memorial Day and it may not be officially summer yet, but it's coming soon. I don't know about you, but I'm spending a lot more time outside. It's great! I remember growing up in California and heading to the beach with my Coppertone. You know that cute little girl with the dog pulling down her bikini bottoms? Coppertone is what I grew up with. It has that incredible smell. Well, Coppertone or the traditional sunscreen is a chemical sunscreen. Now unfortunately, those chemicals have some pretty negative health impacts and also impacts to the animals and the reefs in the water. We need to protect our skin from the sun. But we also want to be careful about those ingredients so we can protect ourselves from the harmful toxic chemicals that are commonly found in sunscreen.  Safe Sunscreen - Protect Your Skin from the Sun and Your Health from Harmful Toxic Chemicals Commonly Found in Sunscreen get weekly toxin-free tips Why do you need sunscreen everyday? First of all, if you are spending good money on anti-aging products and you're not wearing a daily sunscreen, this is your wake up call! The sun's rays are very damaging and can cause fine lines and wrinkles. The sun is related to so much of our aging on our face and our hands.  Hello, we're all getting older, we need to take care of our skin. It's so much better to prevent aging instead of trying to reverse the signs of aging through skincare. So yes, for our face, definitely for our hands, but also on our bodies, right? But I only need sunscreen if I'm going to the beach or doing yard work, not everyday. Not true! We need to protect our skin from the UV rays that impact us whenever we are outside OR near a window. We are soaking in those rays when we're in the car and even inside at home. Chemical Sunscreen vs. Physical Barrier Sunscreen So like the Coppertone that I grew up with or whatever your mom forced onto you while you tried to run to the water; those are chemical sunscreens. It works because the chemicals in it get absorbed into your skin. And that is what makes it so you don't get burned. There are some nasty chemicals to watch out for: Oxybenzone- affects breast development, infant birth weight and sperm function. Banned in Hawaii for the potential damage it can cause to coral reefs. Avobenzone- hormone disruption, skin allergy concerns Octocrylene- skin penetration and skin allergy concerns Homosalate- causes hormone disruption, enhances absorption of pesticides Octisalate- skin penetration concerns Octinoxate- causes hormone disruption, reproductive toxicity and is toxic to coral reefs (also banned in Hawaii) The FDA did a study on all these ingredients and found that these chemicals entered the bloodstream after the first day of use and were still found up to 3 weeks after! So it's banned in Hawaii but not on my skin? No thanks! When I first learned about this years ago, I switched to a mineral sunscreen which create a physical barrier. That's why they often are that white color and can be hard to rub in.  I remember my friend brought a spray-on mineral sunscreen and that stuff did not rub in! She ended up having like white speckles all over her body. And that's not fun. And if it's not rubbing in the way you want it to, let's be honest, you're probably not going to use it as much or you're gonna get frustrated. There are great mineral sunscreen options out there! Most importantly, you want a non-nano sunscreen. Non-nano zinc molecules are a little larger so they won't absorb into your skin and will sit up off the skin instead. And don't forget to read those labels and check for things like fragrance. We don't want to get greenwashed by our sunscreen. My favorite brands for body are: All Good- rubs in the best. You can find it here at my shop!) Badger Thinksport For your face, of course I love the newly reformulated Crunchi Sunlight SPF 30! It rubs in like you wouldn't believe, it feels so lightweight. It's like just a traditional daytime moisturizer. It's completely invisible. You can get your Crunchi Sunlight here! Further reading: https://www.fda.gov/drugs/news-events-human-drugs/spotlight-cder-science-new-fda-study-shines-light-sunscreen-absorption

The dangers of overexposure to UV solar radiation have led to the extensive production and use of sunscreen products.  It is generally understood that many of the chemical compounds used in sunscreen products have toxic effects on marine organisms, but research in this area is relatively limited. There are estimates that as many as 82,000 […]

Redheads are prone to melanoma more than any other hair color. Sunscreen knowledge is so essential and if you've listened to our podcast (or read HowtobeaRedhead.com for the last decade), you know we're passionate about skincare for redheads. The month of May is the beginning of Melanoma Awareness Month and we're kicking it off with a very special Saturday episode! Our guest is Evelynn Moz from VERTRA Premium Suncare. She is the Product Line Manager and passionate about sunscreen. It's scary because a recent study found that many of the American sunscreen products labeled as “broad spectrum” block UVB rays but don’t block UVA rays. UVA penetrates the skin more deeply than UVB. Vertra is committed to creating a premium sunscreen line that is infused with non-nano, mineral UVA/UVB blockers that meet the maximum 80-minute FDA water and sweat resistance ratings. They’re also paraben-free and great for redhead skin. *Hint, Hint*: The May H2BAR Box ships today and VERTRA is one of the sunscreen brands inside! Subscribe: www.h2barbox.com For over a decade now Vertra has provided the ocean’s best athletes with superior UV protection with a patented processes. Vertra is now considered the ultimate skincare for anyone who enjoys the outdoors. We talk with Evelynn about her work with Dior, Chanel, Estee Lauder, Kate Somerville and now VERTRA. As an athlete herself, she was a competitive soccer player in her teens and even played in two world cup tournaments in Europe, so she knows how bad sunburns can be. We discuss about the following: 1. Let’s talk about VERTRA! Tell us a bit about the brand? Why was it created? 2. Although the brand has roots in the professional surf industry, the products that Vertra makes can be used not only for any sport, but also for daily wear.  Vertra is so beneficial for young athletes, so that they are better protected and more knowledgeable than the generations that came before us. We heard you were a competitive soccer player in your teens and even played in two world cup tournaments in Europe! 3. We’re so excited to have your Pearl White Sticks 50+ a part of our May H2BAR Box. It’s an amazing product. Why is this product so unique? 4. Why is reef-safe important? 5. Not a lot of consumers know the difference between all the ingredients in sunscreen. Why is Octinoxate & Oxybenzone harmful? 6. We know the VERTRA products are 80 minute water-resistant. What does that exactly mean? 7. What are some tips for after-sun care? Want to help us spread the news about the How to be a Redhead brand and this podcast? Please give us a 5 star review and tell your friends (redheads and everyone else) to subscribe! You can listen to this podcast directly on HowtobeaRedhead.com, on Apple iTunes, Spotify or wherever you listen to podcasts. And don’t forget to look at the podcast notes to find links with products mentioned.. and so much more.  Rock it like a Redhead!  

Green sun safety  With the high temperatures of the past week, we've all been flocking to the beach. But what are the most environmentally-friendly ways to keep sun safe at the beach? First off, stay out of the sun between 10am-4pm, September to April. The beach is wonderful early in the morning or late afternoon. If you’re at the beach outside of these times, sun shades you put up are a good idea. Make sure you get a good one, not a cheap throw away.  If you need more protection, you'll be slapping on the sunscreen. But which kind? There are two varieties: chemical and physical. Chemical sunscreen absorbs UV light to prevent it from causing damage. But the chemicals; like oxybenzone, octinoxate, octocrylene, octisalate, avobenzone and homosalate, have been identified as being particularly dangerous for eco-systems. There's evidence they have been making coral more susceptible to bleaching, deforming baby coral and degrading its resilience to climate change. Hawaii is now looking at banning these chemicals. They are also proven hormone disrupters that can seep through human and animal skin into other bodily tissue.  And it’s not just the environment: Oxybenzone was recently found in 96 per cent of the population by the Center for Disease Control and Prevention in the US. That’s an alarming statistic when you learn that this chemical can affect a man’s sperm count and contribute to the development of painful endometriosis in women.  So you might like to consider physical sunscreen, which sits on top of the skin, using the minerals titanium dioxide and zinc oxide.  The Cancer Society says whether it’s a chemical or physical sunscreen, check the sunscreen you’re using does the job it’s meant to do. It needs to be broad-spectrum (which protects from UVA and UVB rays), water-resistant, SPF30+ and meet the Australia-New Zealand standard. LISTEN TO AUDIO ABOVE 

We smeren ontzettend veel producten op ons lichaam en gezicht. De meeste producten zitten vol schadelijke stoffen die worden opgenomen door ons lichaam, terwijl onze huid ons grootste orgaan is waar we goed voor moeten zorgen. Voor ons een reden dat we het liefst natuurlijke producten gebruiken. Daarom spreken we met Floor & Erin van de natuurlijke huidverzorgingswebshop Nourished om alles te weten te komen over het belang van natuurlijke producten. Meer lezen van Nourished? Check Bedrock.nlPodcast notes Cleanser van Esse (uit Rosa’s ritueel)3 stappen ritueel van Loïs Lee (uit Lisannes ritueel)Activator 7 Oil (Favoriet van Floor)Een artikel over het merk BiologiVitamine C serumsLittle Urchin zonnebrand (zonder Oxybenzone filter)Nourished eigen collectie

This summer's extreme weather prompts Katrina Krämer to investigate the history of sunblock and the ingredient blamed by some for bleaching coral reefs

In a nutshell: Avoid chemical sunscreens.  Some are worse that others.  Oxybenzone, avobenzone, octisalate, octocrylene, homosalate and octinoxate should all be avoided. Use daily sunscreen on your face.   Sunscreen should be a last resort.  Plan your outdoor time wisely.  While 10-15 minutes at noon in the sun is great for your body, 2 hours of exposure will burn you and this is when you need a sunscreen. Never use a spray sunscreen as it can enter your lungs. Choose a mineral based product with Titanium Dioxide or Zinc Oxide. www.ewg.org has the sunscreen guide you need. www.theguudcompany.com/shop has products that I love and use and are safer for you.

Going beyond the treatment room door to get a peek at what happens when clients drop their undies. Spoiler alert, it's not pretty. Never one to dodge controversy, EsthyOnTheEdge defends Oxybenzone...well, sort of. And the shiny wrapping is pulled away to reveal the ugly truth about skincare marketing. Music from Royalty Free Music/Artist Dan Henig/Song ArpyEpisode Resources: FDA.gov, Health.Harvard.edu,

here at boscia, we pride ourselves on being a clean skincare brand! We only use good for you ingredients, so you don't have to worry about the bad. Lan discusses what clean means to her, along with a list of our no-no ingredient list:Currently, there is a boscia no-no ingredient list that contains 20+ ingredients that we refuse to use!These include: Chlorphenesin, Methylparaben, Ethylparaben. Benzoic Acid, Isobutylparaben, Propylparaben, Diazolidinyl Urea, DMDM Hydantoin, Potasium Sorbate, Methylisothiazolinone, Hydroquinone, Sodium Lauryl Sulfate, Sodium Laureth Sulfate, Oxybenzone, Phthalates, Formaldehyde, Coal Tar, Triclosan, Triclocarban, Ethanol-Alcohol, Artificial Fragrances, Artificial Colorants

One thing is certain, if youre in Key West, you’re outside and enjoying life on the water. But if you’re the unlucky coral larvae recently spawned into the open ocean, awaiting your chance to cling to a passing surface so you can begin your slow steady journey to growing into a rocky habitat for fish and sea life to call home, those sounds might sound like something out of a horror film. Every year, thousands of visitors flock to the barrier reef by private boat, by charter, and by catamaran, to take in the sights beneath the surface, totally unaware of the unintentional mess they leave behind. I wanted to make sure to thank the City of Key West Government for providing access to the City Commission meetings via live stream and video, the January 15th meeting being the one from which the audio you hear in this episode was procured. Full show notes at www.keywestperspective.com/podcast/sunscreen Includes link to the full debate video Includes links to resources on coral, oxybenzone and octinoxate, as well as a list of stores in Key West currently (as of January 2019) carrying safe sunscreens that would not be affected by the ban.

No Oxybenzone people! New law passed in Hawai'i banning the use of sunscreen that contains oxybenzone, a know killer of reef around the world. People are claiming its a partial ban? Were going to have to look a little deeper for you. And a shoutout to Residents in Puna district, suffering from the ongoing lava, check out the link below if you wanna give a helping hand!

Welcome to The Tiny Fit Diva Podcast Episode 25 where your host Kylene Terhune is introducing us to another amazing guest to talk about healthy living! This week we’re focusing on toxin-free living. There are some things that we cannot control about our environments, but for the things we can control, like food and skincare products, we should try to limit our exposure to harmful chemicals. We want to be smart about this, though and not just fall for clever marketing campaigns. Green washing is when a label tries to represent a food or a cleaning product as more healthy than it really is. If the terms “clean” or “organic” are used on a label, we may assume it’s toxin free, but it if you look at the ingredients you’ll see pernicious things. Here are some tips to detox your environment: The priority needs to be switching to an aluminum-free deodorant. Be patient as you find one that works with your body chemistry. Next, find a Flouride-free toothpaste. Watch out for weed killer. Vinegar is great and there are some great baking soda alternatives, too. For inside cleaning there is a cleaning version of vinegar that doesn’t smell as bad.  Watch out for sunscreen that contains Oxybenzone and Octinoxate. A good zinc-based sunscreen is better, and avoid the spray-on sunscreens that expose you to breathing in those fumes. If a product label lists “fragrance” or “natural flavors,” beware, as this can be referring to a multitude of unlisted ingredients.  These days we may not have as much acute illness as people did two hundred years ago but we have a lot more chronic illness. Toxins assault us all day everyday so it’s no wonder. This is great information to try to protect ourselves. Here are some tried and true recipes from Stephanie Llacuna: Toxin-Free Weed Spray1 Gallon Vinegar2 Cups Epsom Salt½ Cup (Toxin-free) Dish Soap  Armpit Detox/CareBentonite Clay Armpit (or face) Mask-1 TBSP Bentonite clay-2 TBSP Apple Cider Vinegar-Water (enough to get the right consistency)-Mix in a non-metal bowl with a non-metal utensil.-Apply to armpits and let dry for 5-10 min. Wash off. Activated charcoal soap (any brand)-helps to pull-out toxins while transitioning to a toxin-free deodorant.For relief of itching/irritation/rashes caused by built-up toxins reacting with baking soda in natural deodorants, apply coconut oil and aloe vera as needed. ResourcesFacebook Group: @pureharmonytoxinfreelivingContact me at StephanieLlacuna@gmail.comOr on Facebook @StephanieLlacunaThink Dirty AppEWG Healthy Living AppEWG.orgcampaignforsafecosmetics.org

Podcast Interview with Surfer & Theoretical Physicist Garrett Lisi Garrett Lisi, a famous theoretical physicist, has been someone I've been following for a long time. What I've always admired about Garrett is how he embraces experiences instead of stuff. I first found out about Garrett after his TED talk 10 years ago, and we've been in touch since. Science isn't Garrett's only love, surfing his one of his many passions. window.dojoRequire(["mojo/signup-forms/Loader"], function(L) { L.start({"baseUrl":"mc.us19.list-manage.com","uuid":"c98f8ee80dad6b3294c16e167","lid":"2d6f35300e","uniqueMethods":true}) }) Learning How to Surf and Stand Up Paddle Surf in Maui The summertime is the best time to learn how to surf in Maui. If you have more than 2 weeks to commit to surfing, Garrett recommends that you buy a board over 8 feet on craigslist and committing those weeks to really learning how to surf. If you have less than 2 weeks, then rent a board at Hi-Tech and they'll talk to you about where to go. Winds do kick up in the summertime in the afternoon, so it's recommended to go surfing in the morning or right before sunset. By going surfing at these times you're also avoiding the sun when it is at its worst. Top Maui Surf Spots for Beginners: The Cofe Grandma's Launiupoko Thousand Peaks Kaanapali Beach Average surfboard rental is about $30 a day. Instead of traditional surfing you can try stand up paddle surfing. Make sure that the board is stable enough that you can balance on it. I made that mistake and tried a board that I could not get my balance on, and I could not stand up on this board, even though I stand up paddle board a lot on rivers and lakes here in Bend, Oregon. What's great about stand up paddle surfing is that you're already winning once you're standing on the board, now you just need to catch the wave! Best Beach in Maui to Surf and Bring a Toddler To: We were just in Maui and found Launiupoko and it is the perfect spot to bring your baby or toddler to because there is an awesome wading pool protected by the waves. Have one parent stay behind with your toddler while the other surfs or stand up paddle board surfs just right ahead. Surfing Attire and Coral Reef Safe Sunscreen You will want to wear a rash guard and a surfing hat. Maui has a real problem with sunscreen, bad sunscreen is getting into the water and upsetting the coral reef. Most sunscreen is all bad for the coral reef. Oxybenzone is a common ingredient in sunscreen and it hurts the coral. If you're hitting the waves, use Zinc Oxide or find a coral reef safe sunscreen like Badger.

You might say, "It's winter -- I don't need sunscreen!" You'd be wrong.You might say, "It's winter -- I don't need sunscreen!"Actually, it's advised to put sunscreen on every day you spend time outside, whether it's sunny and warm or not.What is the best and safest type of sunscreen to use?“Natural sunscreens have always been the better choice, but now we know it is even more important to avoid chemical sunscreens in light of recent research indicating that Oxybenzone, a harmful chemical used in many conventional sunscreens, is absorbed directly into the bloodstream," explains Goddess Garden Organics CEO Nova Covington. "Oxybenzone has been associated with an increased risk of hormone disruption and closely tied to endometriosis and fertility problems in both adults and children.”Listen in as Nova explains the dangers of conventional sunscreens, as well as safer options.The Roots of Goddess Garden OrganicsGoddess Garden Organics was founded by husband and wife team Nova Covington and Paul Halter after their daughter had a serious reaction to conventional skin care products. Nova, with an herbalist background and Paul with a nutrition science degree were inspired to develop safe skincare solutions using the pure minerals of zinc oxide and titanium dioxide as the active ingredients for sun protection.

Talking toxic overload & mold exposure in Portland, OR at our Knights meeting. Why is it important and what can you so to help stay healthy. Very relevant with the recent hurricanes and the mold that will follow. Enjoy! Turn on the cells of your brain, turn on the ability to use fat for fuel and unlock massive energy and focus by quickly getting your body into ketosis!  To try a 5 Day Keto OS Experience Pack, go to drmaj.com/keto5day. Notice the difference after just a couple days! To learn more about Dr. Maj, go to drmaj.com/bundle to receive the digital copy of her book & speaker’s books and resources will be delivered right to your inbox. CommunityChiropractic.net drmaj.com   toxins, toxins, everywhere……………………………… Presented to: The Royal Chiropractic Knights Of The Round Table By: Dr. Diane Feils Last fall, I was at a Beauty Counter party at my daughter in law’s house. I knew the make-up and body products sold were supposed to be safer for human use than many of the products on the market today, but learned that the United States has not passed a major federal law to regulate the safety of ingredients used in personal care products since 1938. I found that stunning. I was aware of the fact that many chemicals were used in our hair and body products, but not really sure what they all were. It reminded me of the awareness I had at a Norwex party several years ago concerning the toxic cleaning products, as well as the knowledge I have learned when talking to people that use essential oils. With all of that said, I am not here to sign you up for a home party or ask you to be a distributer. I learned that there are over 80,000 chemicals on the market today, and many don’t have safety data. Manufacturers are allowed to use their best judgment as to what is ok to use. Compared to other countries, the US has only banned a slight percentage of those available for use, by comparison. Because we have the FDA, EPA, and CPSC (consumer product safety commission) we, as consumers, are under the false impression that someone is watching out for us…. but quite the contrary is true. The Beauty Counter products have a list called The Never List…. a list of certain chemicals that are never used in their products. These chemicals consist of solvents, disinfectants, surfactants, preservatives, plasticizing agents, softeners, moisture carriers, pesticides, as well as other unknown ingredients. The addition of the chemicals cause side effects ranging from cancer to minor skin irritations; endocrine imbalances, allergies, fertility issues, birth defects, neurotoxicity and developmental toxicity. Some damage DNA and accelerate the growth of skin tumors. The most astonishing ingredients are those called fragrances. Fragrance formulas are protected under federal law’s classification of trade secrets and they can remain undisclosed. (I wonder if that is how Secret antiperspirant got its name) So, with this realization, I searched out other toxic chemicals known to be a problem, and learned about the Fire Retardant Law for children’s pajamas in mid 1973 put in place by Gov. Jerry Brown. A chemical called TRIS phosphate was used on the fabric of the pajamas for children age 6 and under to resist the incidence of sudden igniting of the fabric in the case of a fire. This was soon questioned as to the safety and two scientists, Arlene Blum and Bruce Ames, performed an experiment exposing bacteria to TRIS. It was discovered that the DNA of the bacteria was mutated, naming the chemical a carcinogen. The test was called the Ames Test. With this realization, The National Cancer Institute banned the chemical instantly for use on children’s clothing. However, the clothing manufacturers sued the government because they had their entire stock of unsellable products on hand. The ban was overturned, but they started using chlorinated TRIS. It was really just as dangerous. The manufacturers decided ultimately to stop using both chemicals. It was 20 years later when the furniture industry in California decided that house fires could be reduced if fire retardants were sprayed on the furniture fabrics and the polyurethane foam in cushions. Arlene Blum was contacted to get her opinion of using Tris again on the furniture. Finding out the danger, chemicals called PBDE’s (polybrominated diphenyl ethers) were used. Technical Bullitin117 was issued by Gov. Jerry Brown of California as required use in all furniture manufacturing. Since the California furniture marketplace was so large, it became the nation’s Fire Safety standard. Unfortunately, baby products were categorized under the classification of furniture. This allowed the chemicals to be put in products such as cribs and mattresses, car seats, high chairs, changing tables, strollers, bathtubs, nursing pillows and rockers. It was also found that the chemicals flaked off into dust, from furniture cushions and children were exposed to the particulate matter floating around the house, on the floor and toys. Much of this furniture is still in use today…a never-ending source of particulate matter continuing to expose individuals now. Obviously, the concern of exposure with infants and young children was the effect on fetal and early brain development, and the effects of thyroid hormone mimicking action of the PBDE’s causing other conditions such as infertility and hyperthyroidism. Researchers revealed that these exposures also were also associated with neurodevelopmental delays such as decreased attention; fine motor coordination and cognition in school-aged children. Flame retardants on furniture were tested, and found to not be as effective as intended. The chemicals put into the foam doesn’t work, as the flame is never actually put to the foam, but the fabric covering. Once that cover is on fire, the chemical is overcome and the rate of burning is not reduced. They did conclude that the amount of toxic carbon monoxide and hydrogen cyanide gas released into the air from the burning chemicals during a house fire is the leading cause of death rather than burns. The chemical industry is a 4 billion dollar per year industry. Here’s a story: In California, lawmakers heard a case in which a 7 week old baby was burned and died 3 weeks later following a fire caused a pillow on which a baby was sleeping started on fire. The testimony was meant to keep the retardant laws in place. As it turned out the story was a complete hoax and the Dr. who was a burn specialist was also found to be the star witness for the flame retardant manufacturers. He was part of a decade long campaign of deception by the chemical industry loading American homes with pounds of toxic chemicals causing the above listed health issues. Ethics and integrity go by the wayside when there is money to be made. So, speaking of Flame Retardants, I became aware of another; BVO Brominated vegetable oilis a complex mixture of plant-derived triglycerides that have been reacted to contain atoms of the element bromine bonded to the molecules. Brominated vegetable oil is used primarily to help emulsify citrus- flavored soft drinks, preventing them from separating during distribution. Brominated vegetable oil has been used by the soft drink industry since 1931, generally at a level of about 8 ppm. Careful control of the type of oil used allows bromination of it to produce BVO with a specific density (1.33 g/mL). As a result, it can be mixed with less-dense flavoring agents such as citrus flavor oil to produce a resulting oil whose density matches that of water or other products. The droplets containing BVO remain suspended in the water rather than separating and floating at the surface. [2] Alternative food additives used for the same purpose include sucrose acetate isobutyrate (SAIB, E444) and glycerol ester of wood rosin (ester gum, E445). United States In the United States, BVO was designated in 1958, as generally recognized as safe (GRAS), but this was withdrawn by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration in 1970. The U.S. Code of Federal Regulations currently imposes restrictions on the use of BVO as a food additive in the United States, limiting the concentration to 15 ppm, limiting the amount of free fatty acids to 2.5 percent, and limiting the iodine value to 16 BVO is used in Mountain Dew, manufactured by PepsiCo; Powerade, Fanta Orange and Fresca made by Coca-Cola; and Squirt, Sun Drop and Sunkist Peach Soda, made by the Dr Pepper Snapple Group. Numerous generic citrus sodas also use it, including "Clover Valley"/Dollar General sodas and Stars & Stripe On May 5, 2014, Coca-Cola and PepsiCo said they will remove BVO from their products BVO is one of four substances that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration has defined as interim food additives the other three are acrylonitrilecopolymers, mannitol, and saccharin. Canada BVO is currently permitted as a food additive in Canada Europe In the European Union, BVO is banned from use as a food additive. In the EU, beverage companies commonly use glycerol ester of wood rosin or locust bean gum as an alternative to BVO. India Standards for soft drinks in India have prohibited the use of BVO since 1990. Japan The use of BVO as a food additive has been banned in Japan since 2010.  (This source leads to a study done about the concentration levels of BVO in North Americans, and requires more context.) Health effects of BVO The United States Food and Drug Administration considers BVO to be safe for use as a food additive. However, there are case reports of adverse effects associated with excessive consumption of BVO-containing products. One case reported that a man who consumed two to four liters of a soda containing BVO on a daily basis experienced memory loss, tremors, fatigue, loss of muscle coordination, headache, and ptosis of the right eyelid, as well as elevated serum chloride. In the two months it took to correctly diagnose the problem, the patient also lost the ability to walk. Eventually, bromism was diagnosed and hemodialysis was prescribed which resulted in a reversal of the disorder An online petition at Change.org asking PepsiCo to stop adding BVO to Gatorade and other products collected over 200,000 signatures by January 2013. The petition pointed out that since Gatorade is sold in countries where BVO is not approved, there is already an existing formulation without this ingredient. PepsiCo announced in January 2013, that it would no longer use BVO in Gatorade, and announced May 5, 2014 that it would discontinue use in all of its drinks, including Mountain Dew, however, as of July 5th, 2017 BVO is still an ingredient in Mountain Dew, Sun Drop, and AMP Energy Drinks. Again, huge corporations are more concerned by the almighty dollar instead of consumer safety. How many questionable medical conditions could be caused by a similar situation? Patients usually don’t reveal over-consumption of certain foods and drinks, because they know it’s unhealthy and don’t want to be told to discontinue it. In many cases a patient could be given an inaccurate neurological diagnosis, and medicated for it, when the culprit is excessive consumption of a government- regulated toxin. I remember a child in our Onalaska neighborhood that became unable to walk for weeks. Her parents had her to local doctors as well as Mayo Clinic. It was a DC who specialized in Neuro Response Testing that discovered it was her blanket that was making her sick. Most likely, the polyester or the flame-retardants on it were the cause. The Mayo Clinic told the parents, that they couldn’t give a definitive diagnosis and “this is just how your child will live out the rest of her life.” Gee, polyester……….so popular once…. is now back, and it’s everywhere. That took me to another thought process. I searched toxic fabrics. Not that long ago, people stuck to the natural fibers: wool, cashmere, cotton, silk, linen, and hemp. But if you take a look at your clothing labels today, you are likely to find materials like rayon, polyester, acrylic, acetate and nylon. And your shirts and slacks may be treated to be wrinkle-free or stain resistant. These technological advances in fabrics may make our lives simpler, but at what cost? Here's ashort list of fabrics to avoid, and the healthy ones to pick instead. Polyester is the worst fabric you can buy. It is made from synthetic polymers that are made from esters of dihydric alcohol and terpthalic acid. Acrylic fabrics are polycrylonitriles and may cause cancer, according to the EPA. Rayon is recycled wood pulp that must be treated with chemicals like caustic soda, ammonia, acetone and sulphuric acid to survive regular washing and wearing. Acetate and Triacetate are made from wood fibers called cellulose and undergo extensive chemical processing to produce the finished product. Nylon is made from petroleum and is often given a permanent chemical finish that can be harmful. Anything static resistant, stain resistant, permanent press, wrinkle-free, stain proof or moth repellant. Many of the stain resistant and wrinkle-free fabrics are treated with perfluorinated chemicals (PFCs), like Teflon. Keep in mind that many fabrics (including natural fibers) undergo significant processing that often involves:  Detergents  Petrochemical dyes  Formaldehyde to prevent shrinkage  Volatile organic compounds (VOCs)  Dioxin-producing bleach  Chemical fabric softeners These additives are often toxic to the human body, may contain heavy metals and can pollute our environment. If you are chemically sensitive or just want to surround yourself with healthy fabrics, there are new options. Doris Brunza, a fashion designer who worked in the Garment District in New York City for 20 years, knows about finding fabrics that don't cause reactions, because she is chemically sensitive. She points out that nearly ALL fabrics, including organic fabric, are treated with chemicals at some point during their processing. Still, some choices are better than others. In general, look for natural fibers like cotton, silk, linen, hemp, wool and cashmere. If you can, purchase and wear organic fabrics and organic clothing. While they still might be processed to some extent, they are often a better choice than synthetics. Brunza also advises people to buy high quality European garments made with the finest fabrics. Expensive clothing may seem overpriced, but the quality of the raw materials is superior, and the fibers can be woven into beautiful fabrics that are soft and strong, requiring little chemical processing to make them suitable for you, the consumer. They also last you for years so are a wise purchase in the long run. Remember to avoid chemical dry-cleaning whenever possible and wash your clothes in a "green"detergent. So, in closing you need to be your own advocate when it comes to toxic exposure. Choosing organic food, pure water, safe body care products, natural or organic clothing and textiles in your home can work together to enhance your wellbeing and help you live a healthier life. Reducing your toxic load may sometimes seem like an overwhelming task, but just like any other change, make it step by step. Over time, you'll see improvement in your own life and in the world around you. Change in the world begins with you making simple changes in your own life. The Never List ™ is made up of approximately 1,500 harmful or questionable ingredients including the nearly 1,400 ingredients banned in the European Union. The Never List Benzalkonium chloride: a disinfectant used as a preservative and surfactant associated with severe skin, eye, and respiratory irritation and allergies. Found in: sunscreens, moisturizers.   BHA and BHT: synthetic antioxidants used to extend shelf life. They are likely carcinogens and hormone disruptors and may cause liver damage. Found in: lipsticks, moisturizers, diaper creams, and other cosmetics.   Coal tar hair dyes and other coal tar ingredients: a byproduct of coal processing that is a known carcinogen. It is used as a colorant and an anti-dandruff agent. Found in: hair dye, shampoo.   Ethylenediaminetetraacetic acid (EDTA): a chelating (binding) agent added to cosmetics to improve stability. May be toxic to organs. Found in: hair color, moisturizers.   Ethanolamines (MEA/DEA/TEA): surfactants and pH adjuster linked to allergies, skin toxicity, hormone disruption, and inhibited fetal brain development. Found in: hair dyes, mascara, foundation, fragrances, sunscreens, dry cleaning solvents, paint, pharmaceuticals.   Formaldehyde: used as a preservative in cosmetics. A known carcinogen that is also linked to asthma, neurotoxicity, and developmental toxicity. Present where quaternium-15, DMDM hydantoin, imidazolidinyl urea, diazolidinyl urea, sodium hydroxymethylglycinate, 2-bromo- 2- nitropropane-1,3 diol (Bronopol), and several other preservatives are listed. Found in: shampoo, body wash, bubble bath.   Hydroquinone: a skin-lightening chemical that inhibits the production of melanin and is linked to cancer, organ toxicity, and skin irritation. Found in: skin-lightening creams.   Methylisothiazolinone and methylchloroisothiazolinone: chemical preservatives that are among the most common irritants, sensitizers, and causes of contact skin allergies. Found in: shampoo, conditioner, body wash.   Oxybenzone: sunscreen agent and ultraviolet light absorber linked to irritation, sensitization and allergies, and possible hormone disruption. Found in: sunscreen, moisturizer.   Parabens  (methyl-, isobutyl-, propyl- and others): a class of preservatives commonly used to prevent the growth of bacteria and mold. Parabens are endocrine (or hormone) disruptors, which may alter important hormone mechanisms in our bodies. Found in: shampoo, face cleanser, body wash, body lotion, foundation.   Phthalates  (DBP, DEHP, DEP and others): a class of plasticizing chemicals used to make products more pliable or to make fragrances stick to skin. Phthalates disrupt the endocrine system and may cause birth defects. Found in: synthetic fragrance, nail polish, hairspray, and plastic materials. Polyethylene glycol (PEG compounds): PEGs are widely used in cosmetics as thickeners, solvents, softeners, and moisture-carriers. Depending on manufacturing processes, PEGs may be contaminated with measurable amounts of ethylene oxide and 1,4-dioxane, which are both carcinogens. Found in: creams, sunscreen, shampoo.   Retinyl palmitate and Retinol (Vitamin A): a nutrient that may damage DNA and speed the growth of skin tumors when used topically. Found in: moisturizer, anti-aging skincare. Sodium Lauryl Sulfate and Sodium Laureth Sulfate (SLS and SLES): SLS and SLES are surfactants that can cause skin irritation or trigger allergies. SLES is often contaminated with 1,4-dioxane, a byproduct of a petrochemical process called ethoxylation, which is used to process other chemicals in order to make them less harsh. Found in: shampoo, body wash, bubble bath.   Synthetic flavor or fragrance: an engineered scent or flavoring agent that may contain any combination of 3,000-plus stock chemical ingredients, including hormone disruptors and allergens. ****Fragrance formulas are protected under federal law’s classification of trade secrets and therefore can remain undisclosed. Found in: all types of cosmetics.   Toluene: a volatile petrochemical solvent that is toxic to the immune system and can cause birth defects. Found in: nail polish.   Triclosan and Triclocarban: antimicrobial pesticides toxic to the aquatic environment; may also impact human reproductive systems. Found in: liquid soap, soap bars, toothpaste.

Choosing safer sunscreen? Avoid synthetic chemicals that absorb through the skin, get correct protection, and soak up some Vitamin D while you're at it. Here's how, including numerous links at the bottom of the page... Five types of sunscreens 1). Organic Filters: synthetic chemical combos that absorb sun's radiation, preventing it from entering the skin. Here's a case where the word "organic" is bad. 2). Traditional Mineral Sunscreens reflect damaging rays. Most include zinc oxide or titanium oxide. They appear white on the skin since they reflect light. 3). Nano-Mineral sunscreens have tiny nano-particles of zinc and titanium oxide. Their safety is questioned as they may penetrate the skin, but they're still safer than organic filters. 4). Clothes and shade work well! 5). Healthy skin burns less. The Paleo Diet may change your tanning future. Sunscreen ingredients to avoid Oxybenzone is common in commercial sunscreens. Linked to elevated estrogen, endometriosis and allergic reactions.  Retinyl Palmitate is a form of Vitamin A linked to skin tumors and lesions. It doesn't "help" sunscreen protection. Avoid it. Spray sunscreen is too easy to inhale. Use topicals. High SPF's only protect against UVB burning rays. They don't block UVA rays that age the skin, affect your immune system and promote skin cancer. You're not safe just because you aren't burning. Parabens and PABA Sunscreen/bug repellant combos - too many unpronounceable ingredients! Are Mineral Sunscreens Safer? In general, yes. But commercial brands of zinc and titanium sunscreens may still contain chemicals in the lotion. If you can't pronounce it, don't use it. Many brands now use BOTH chemical and mineral filters. Read those labels or use the EWG sunscreen guide below. Read the Rest On the Website

New research sheds light on the dangers of oxybenzone, a chemical found in conventional sunscreens.Natural sunscreens have always been the better choice. But, it's now known to be even more important to avoid chemical sunscreens in light of recent research indicating that oxybenzone, a harmful chemical used in many conventional sunscreens, is absorbed directly into the bloodstream. Oxybenzone has been associated with an increased risk of hormone disruption and closely tied to endometriosis and fertility problems in both adults and children.Mineral sunscreens are a viable natural alternative.Listen in as Nova Covington, Founder and CEO of Goddess Garden Organics, joins host Andrea Donsky to explain the dangers of conventional sunscreens, specific chemicals to watch for, and which natural sunscreens are good for both your body and the planet.