Information provided by Environmental Working Group (EWG)

Every day children are exposed to an average of 27 personal care product ingredients that have not been found safe for kids, according to a national survey conducted in summer 2007 by Environmental Working Group. Overall, 77% of the ingredients in 1,700 children’s products reviewed have not been assessed for safety.

In July and August of 2007, EWG surveyed more than 3,300 parents to find out what shampoos, lotions, bath soaps and other personal care products their children use. Based on the specific products named by these parents, we found that children are exposed to an average of 61 different chemical ingredients every day, and that on average 27 of these ingredients have not been found safe for children by the government or the cosmetic industry’s expert safety panel. (continue reading…)

By today’s labeling standards, ‘natural’ does not necessarily mean made by nature. Before purchasing a product, search the packaging for phrases like, “paraben free,” “PABA free,” “free of artificial fragrances, colors and preservatives,” and “non GMO ingredients” since it is a good place start looking. Then, look to the back of the product for further information. Being an avid label reader is time consuming at first, but you’ll get the hang of it soon. Don’t rush when grocery, vitamin or supplement shopping. Taking a few extra minutes searching labels may save you a few dollars in the long run. (continue reading…)

Many ‘organic’ & ‘green’ cosmetics and toiletries have been under fire lately because of misleading labels. ‘Organic’ and ‘green’ labels means very little when standards are unclear and unenforceable. Organic Consumer’s Association completed a study with disturbing results. The study is at: http://www.organicconsumers.org/bodycare/DioxaneResults08.cfm It showed that big-name natural and organic companies actually have carcinogens in their products. Formulations will probably be changed since the report is out. So, we will only list our favorite companies who passed Organic Consumer Association’s test. (continue reading…)