The lip balm is useful to moisturize lips, However, many products contain substances that can damage the skin. In an interesting article Altroconsumo has listed the ingredients that should be avoided. Li reported below:
1. There was a mineral
Ingredients (however, a standard) petrochemical, Also generically called mineral oils: ionic paraffinum, paraffin, microcrystalline wax, petrolatum. If used in common cosmetics and in accordance with the law, that is, to a degree of purity that makes them free from hazardous residues, they do not give problems. Lately, however, doubts have been raised regarding their "purity", therefore awaiting further investigations, better to avoid them in lip balms as part of the applied product is ingested.
2. Ethylhexyl methoxicinnamate
Very widespread is ethylhexyl methoxicinnamate, a sunscreen is not recommended because it can interfere with our hormonal system (more than a quarter of the lip balms we examined contain it).
A preservative that can interfere with our endocrine system and therefore should not be used in products that do not rinse and therefore remain in contact with the skin for a long time, even more so in products that are at risk of ingestion.
4. Perfumes, aromas and fragrances
They make the product more enjoyable, but they are at risk of triggering allergic reactions. In particular, they should be avoided in products intended for children. Linalool, limonene, geraniol, citronellol are just some of the allergens claimed, which is required by law to indicate on the label.
Fonte:fortesano.it
Naturopath and Wellbeing Consultant Eliosnatura, He takes care of feeding, personal care and medical conditions through the use of all-natural products. Its strength lies in the combination of "power and good health", factor pointed out by the World Health (WHO) considers that adequate nutrition and health fundamental human rights.
