Nails, Nails, Nails
Most conventional nail polishes are not safe! Mom-to-Mom Health is here to help you make safer choices as our toes make a debut this spring!
When we polish our tips and toes, we are essentially covering up our nails’ ability to breathe. This can, in turn, cause our nails to become weak and breakable.
When selecting your favorite color or brand, check to see if these ingredients are listed, these should be avoided:
- Toluene, which is used in paint thinner (!), can cause reproductive and developmental issues.
- Dibutyl Phthalate is a known endocrine disrupter. Prolonged use can cause kidney or liver damage and hinder fertility.
- Formaldehyde is a known carcinogen.
- Ethyl Acetate is a respiratory irritant.
Fortunately many companies have already become more aware of the potential harm of some chemicals and additives and have begun to remove them from their formulas. Nevertheless, still read the ingredient label carefully.
For example, my “tween,” like many girls her age, would polish her nails everyday if she could. There are tons of cute cosmetics kits lining the aisles of stores like Target and CVS that are specifically marketed to tween girls. We’ve had to learn to steer clear from many of these products as they have a “huge” list of harmful ingredients. Many lists we can’t even read because the print is so small! Let’s start now to teach our girls that they can be sassy and safe at the same time!
And don’t forget to take your own polish on your next visit to the salon!
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Pits…Pits…Pits…
Have you used your deodorant today?
After being diagnosed with breast cancer in 2007, the first product I chose to change was my deodorant. Breast cancer is high on the list of concerns based on the close proximity to breast tissue under the arms and the ability of the ingredients found in most deodorants to mimic estrogen.
Each member of our family – both tweens and adults alike – has his or her preference when it comes to natural deodorant. Everyone’s body chemistry is different and your first choice in natural deodorants may not be your last! But don’t be discouraged – you have to find the one that works best!
I’m a fan of the Crystal Stick. My husband prefers Thai Spray. My “tween,” whose pits have become a little stinky, has found that Crystal Spray works well for her. My eight-year old son, remains a work in progress. We have tried all the above, including our own baking soda combination, and have ordered a new deodorant from a new company. We’ll keep you posted on our progress. Last but not least, my six year old, he doesn’t have stinky pits yet-yeah!
When choosing your deodorant, avoid these ingredients:
- Aluminum is used as an anti-perspirant to plug sweat ducts. Its heavy metal content is absorbed through the skin and mimics the hormone estrogen. It has also been linked to Alzheimer’s disease.
- Triclosan is a known carcinogen.
- Propylene Glycol is a synthetic mix used as a penetration enhancer that leads the product directly into our bloodstream.
- Parabens have a chemical structure that our bodies can also mistake for estrogen, which can cause many issues.
- Talc is toxic.
- Silica is a known skin irritant.
- Steareth-n may be vegetable derived but is a known human carcinogen when reacted with Ethylene Oxide (Ethoxylated).
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Soft, Smooth, Skin!!!
Body scrubs are designed to open your pores and aid in eliminating toxins from your skin, don’t continue to use scrubs which contain fillers and reverse your desired results. The scent of a body scrub should be made from therapeutic-grade essential oils, not chemicals fragrances. Chemical fragrances are not derived from a plant source, they are synthetics made in a lab.
Shed your dead skin cells and watch your skin glow!
Our Body Polish is a one-step skin maintenance system for the whole body – truly my favorite! You just have to try it to believe it! It moisturizes, exfoliates, and leaves your skin silky smooth! You can shave your legs without shaving cream after you rinse away the salt – amazing!
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Chemical of the month:
Petroleum
Petroleum is a mineral oil based jelly and derived from crude oil also known as petrolatum, petroleum jelly, soft paraffin, white paraffin, or mineral oil.
While petroleum is a popular moisturizer, it will smother the skin by not allowing your skin to breathe. It also clogs pores as it traps in toxins and waste. .
Petrolatum is listed as a probable human carcinogen in the European Union and is linked breast cancer. It is also toxic to the nervous system.
Consider the following alternatives:
Replace petroleum jelly-based products with natural butters such as shea butter or cocoa butter.
Replace mineral oil with natural oils such as olive, almond, grape seed, or jojoba oils.
Also consider wax-based products such as beeswax or vegetable wax.
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Protect yourself from chemical overload:
1. Be aware of the problem with unhealthy chemicals in your personal care products and cosmetics
2. Become informed about risks and the ways to protect yourself
3. Make a decision, do you want to be a chemical sponge?
4. Pay attention to what you put on your skin
5. Reduce your exposure by making safer choices when choosing products
6. Educate & Advocate: Once you are better informed yourself, you can help to educate friends!
Thank you for your continued support in spreading the knowledge of choosing safer products and making a difference in our lives and the lives of our family members.
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