This document summarizes some common cosmetic products and highlights potential health hazards from chemicals they contain. It lists the average number of chemicals in shampoo (15), deodorant (32), body lotion (32), lipstick (33), nail varnish (31), perfume (250), and foundation (24). Specific hazardous chemicals are identified for each product. Possible side effects from these chemicals include neurological damage, organ irritation, hormone disruption, and various cancers. Natural alternatives are suggested for each product that avoid potential chemical risks.

1. COSMETIC HAZARDS
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2. SHAMPOOS
 Average number of
chemicals present are 15
 Hazardous of them being
Sodium lauryl sulphate,
Propylene gycol,
Methylisothiazoline
 Possible side effects include
neurological damage in
foetus, eye irritation etc
 Long term eye damage in
children and in some cases
in sensitive adults also.
 Soapnut (commonly
called as kunkudakai)
 Paste of hibiscus
leaves(mandaraku).
 Powder of fruit pods of
Acacia concinna
(shikakai)
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3. DEODORANT
 Average number of
chemicals present are 32.
 Hazardous of them being
Aluminium zirconium,
Isopropyl myristate.
 Possible side effects include
organ irritation, hormone
disruption leading to cancer(
breast cancer, skin cancer),
diseases of the skin, eyes,
liver, Alzeimer's Disease.
 Mixing baking soda
with equal part coconut
oil is a cleaner option
and since coconut oil is
natural antibacterial
and anti fungal agent, it
is great at preventing
odour.
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4. BODY LOTION
 Average number of
chemicals present are
32.
 Hazardous of them being
Methyl paraben, Propyl
paraben, Polyethylene
glycol.
 Possible side effects
include rash irritation,
hormone disruption
causing cancers mainly
breast cancer and rarely
skin cancers.
 The best natural lotion is pure
organic Coconut Oil.
 It penetrates the skin and the
medium chain fatty acids help
with wrinkles, dry skin, and
other skin problems and since
it is natural antibacterial, it
doesnt cause breakouts.
 There are also countless ways
to combine coconut oil with
other oils (like olive oil, sesame
oil), butters, essential oils and
herbs to create solutions for
specific skin.
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5. LIPSTICK
 Average number of
chemicals present are
33.
 Hazardous of them
being Polymenthyl
methacrylate.
 Possible side effects
include allergies, some
times cancer
 It is a luxury not a
necessity and can be
avoided.
 It can be substituted
with rose petals to
some extent.
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6. NAIL VARNISH
 Average number of
chemicals present are
31.
 Hazardous of them
being Phthalates.
 Possible side effects
include hormone
disruption, fertility
issues,
 Nail polishes and nail
varnishes are not
necessities hence can
be avoided.
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7. PERFUME
 Average number of
chemicals present are
250.
 Hazardous of them
being Benzaldehyde,
Toulene.
 Possible side effects
include sperm damage,
certain type of cancers,
organ irritant, hormone
dysruption etc
 Its is not a necessity
and can be avoided.
 In case if you are fond
of perfumes you can
mix a batch of essential
oils to create own
unique scent.
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8. FOUNDATION
 Average number of
chemicals present are
24.
 Hazardous of them
being Polymethyl
methacrylate.
 Possible side effects
include immune system
disruption, allergies
and cancers (breast,
skin etc)
Natural Homemade Foundation Powder
 Ingredients:
For the base:
Arrowroot Powder
Add one or a combination of:
Cocoa Powder
Ground Cinnamon
Nutmeg
 Jojoba, Olive, or Almond Oil (optional)
 Directions:
1.Start with a base of arrowroot powder (1 tsp. For dark
skin – 1 Tbs. for light skin)
2. Slowly add in one or combination of the cocoa
powder, cinnamon, or nutmeg until you reach
your desired tone.
3. If you want more of a “compact” foundation, add
some jojoba/olive/almond oil to the mixture and
press down into a compact. (Start with 5 drops
and keep adding until it reaches your desired
texture).
 Use a brush to apply this homemade foundation.
Make sure to tap off excess before swiping face.
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