A recent scientific study has revealed some very alarming results
with respect to using hair dyes. Yes, this study clearly shows that
regular use of non-natural hair dyes over a long period of time, or in a
professional capacity, can lead to cancer.
Here's what it said:
"Epidemiologic
studies have revealed an association between occupational exposure to
hair dyes and incidence of cancers. Several cohort and case-studies have
shown increased risk of bladder cancer among hairdressers and barbers
who are occupationally exposed to hair dyes. It has been reported that
there is a statistically significant and a dose-dependent association
between hair dyeing and risk of ovarian cancer.
Women with
prolonged use of dark, particularly black, hair dyes may have increased
risk of fatal non-Hodgkin's lymphoma and multiple myeloma (Murata, et al., 2006)".
[The
above are the first two paragraphs of the study by Murata and
colleagues, which provides an alarming set of information that every one
who uses non-natural hair dyes should be aware of.]
The
chemicals associated with these non-natural hair care products are
dangerous and potentially life threatening. This study has many
implications and should be distributed as widely as possible, because
many men and women use these types of products without the knowledge
that they may be causing themselves long-term health problems.
Natural
hair care products used to dye hair do not contain these toxic
chemicals and while natural hair dyes may not be as easy to use and may
not last as long as some of their toxic counter-parts, the reduction in
risk to one's health has to be worth the extra effort - if indeed there
is extra effort involved.
The warnings however, should not stop
there. Hair shampoos and conditioners manufactured by many leading
cosmetic companies still contain ingredients such as SLS (Sodium Lauryl
Sulfate) and other potentially harmful ingredients, yet there are no
warnings on the packets or labels to make consumers aware of any
potential dangers. These types of chemicals, SLS, Parabens,
Formaldehydes, MIT's, etc., should be avoided at all cost.
It is
true, that in some cases, for example parabens, the scientist still do
not agree whether these are indeed carcinogenic or not, but as I am not a
gambler, my suggestion is, better not to use them in the first place,
then find out later that they are...
Similarly, although there is a
shift toward using natural, safe ingredients in skin care products,
there are still manufactures that will use non-natural ingredients which
have not been sufficiently tested for their safety. Here too, it is
wise to be cautious and err on the side of 'rather safe, then sorry', by
choosing truly natural skin care products over others.
Let's have
a look at a typical body moisturizing lotion. The following ingredients
are contained in a well known brand of skin care products:
Water - fine
Isopropyl Myristate - non-toxic
Glycerin - non-toxic
Stearic Acid - may cause eye irritation
Cetyl Esters
- Effects of Exposure: Immediate effects: Eye, skin and mucous
membrane; Irritation may occur. Delayed effects: irritation of
skin/eyes, burning, dryness, acne, hypopigmentation and dermatitis have
been experienced.
PEG-100 - Effects of Exposure:
Skin: Dermatitis, Sensitisation/Allergic Reaction; Material is a
photosensitiser; May irritate the eyes and skin.
Glyceryl Stearate - non-toxic
Triethanolamine
- Skin/Eyes: Irritation, Redness, Pain, and Damage. Ingestion: Burns
mouth, Pharynx and Esophagus; Abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting and
diarrhoea.
Stearamide DEA - Effects of Exposure:
Eyes: Mild eye irritation. Skin: Mild skin irritation (after prolonged
or repeated contact). Inhalation: Irritation (upper respiratory tract).
Prolonged or repeated overexposure may cause central nervous system
depression. If swallowed: Irritation to gastrointestinal tissue; Central
nervous system depression.
Allantoin - non-toxic
Methyl paraben
- Inhalation: Very dangerous. Eyes: Irritant. Skin: Irritant.
Ingestion: Irritant. Substance is toxic to Lungs. Repeated/prolonged
exposure to the substance can produce organ damage.
Imidazolidinyl Urea
- Possible allergic reaction. Irritant reaction will occur at the test
sites of patents suffering with suspected contact dermatitis.
Carbomer
- Effects of Exposure: Eyes: Irritation, corneal injury. Skin:
Irritation/burns. Inhalation: upper respiratory irritation, anaesthesia.
Ingestion: cardiac rate changes (persons with liver/kidney problems
should avoid contact).
Propyl paraben - Eyes/Skin: irritant. Inhalation/Ingestion: Dangerous. Substance is toxic to lungs.
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