A typical off the shelf skin care product - This is a hypothetical blend of common ingredients found in many 'natural' products.These ingredients are but a few of many synthetic Toxic ingredients that we should avoid.
Water
90 - 95%
Dimethicone
Silicone oil derivative. For smooth cream. Causes tumours and mutations in laboratory animals.
Carbomer 941
Synthetic emulsifier, can cause eye irritation. Potential allergen.
PEG-50 Almond Glycerides
Blend of natural plant oils and polyethylene glycols ( PEG's). May contain dangerous levels of 1,4-dioxane, a carcinogen.
Sodium Laureth Sulfate
Synthetic emulsifier. Ethoxylatedsurfactant. May contain dangerous levels of ethylene oxide and dioxane, both potent toxins.
5 - 8%
TEA
Synthetic emulsifier. Over 40% of cosmetics containing Triethanolamine (TEA), have been found to be contaminated with nitrosamines, which are potent carcinogens.
DMDM Hydantoin
Synthetic preservative. Contains formaldehyde, a toxic chemical. Found to cause dermatitis. Toxic.
Imidiazolidinyl Urea
Preservative. Releases formaldehyde into cosmetics at over 10°C. Toxic.
BHT
Antioxidant. Butylated Hydroxytoluene, found to be carcinogenic, causes allergic dermatitis.
2 - 3%
Methyl Paraben
Petrochemical preservative. Toxic. Causes allergic reactions and dermatis.