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Are phthalates something you really need to worry about in cosmetics? No.

The Eco Well Blog

I’m sure at this point you’ve seen the recent headlines about chemicals in your cosmetics, specifically phthalates, being linked to early death. Annoyingly, the phthalates in question aren’t actually relevant to cosmetics. Do you have to worry about phthalates in your cosmetic products? J., & Lee, B.

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The Current State of Animal Testing in Beauty - Blog Version

The Eco Well Blog

History of Animal Testing Bans 1998 UK ban for cosmetic products and ingredients. 2022 New York, Louisiana 2023 Oregon, Canada, Brazil Due to historical bans, very little animal testing has happened in cosmetics since the EU full ban on ingredients in 2013. Much more research is needed. There are not.

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Transcutaneous Sensitization: The Real Skinny on Food-based Emollients and Skincare Products

The Dermatology Digest

1-4 Historically, many natural products have been applied to the skin, some of which are also ingested as part of the diet. Common additives to numerous moisturizers, cleansers, and other cosmetic products include foods such as oat, wheat, sunflower, and coconut, causing concern for potential transcutaneous sensitization.