We've talked briefly about the hazards of Paraben preservatives in cosmetic formulations, but there are many other dangerous ingredients to consider. A common ingredient in many body lotions is mineral oil.
Mineral oil appears at first to nourish the skin leaving a nice sheen, but like many things this is a nasty facade. This seemingly benign ingredient is a derivative of the petroleum industry therefore a petrochemical byproduct that does nothing to nourish the skin. It does not penetrate the skin and makes things worse by creating a barrier on the skin, which prevents the skin from absorbing moisture. This facilitates a cycle of dry, under-nourished skin.
Found in many lotions due to its ease of availability and extremely low cost many cosmetics manufacturers will use this ingredient in large percentages. It is the main component of many baby oils, which parents have used abundantly not realizing they are doing more harm than good.
What are the substitutes for Mineral Oil? There are many. Simple Virgin Almond oil is just one shining example of a nourishing all natural oil. It absorbs into the skin and does not leave a barrier therefore it allows the skin to breathe. Known to have excellent emollient qualities Almond oil contains proteins and Vitamin D and is an excellent source of polyunsaturated Linoleic Acid which aids in the nourishment of dry skin.
Added to a lotion this all natural ingredient provides nourishment and softens the skin without the use of petrochemicals, which means your skin benefits and your world benefits.
The petroleum industry has had a detrimental effect on our environment, while providing not only gas and oil, but the myriad byproducts to the cosmetic, food and pharmaceutical industries.
Why not make a positive choice to use natural products that don't harm the environment and that are actually better for your health.
Choose wellness. Choose wisely.
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