Stories and/or research dealing with DEP (diethyl phthalate), DMP (dimethyl phthalate) and DBP (dibutyl phthalate).
According to “The Atlanta Journal-Constitution,” the U.S. government does not regulate cosmetics or personal-care products at all. “The FDA standards on medication are amazing, but with cosmetics they take a different approach,” said Dr. Jason Rubin, a family practitioner. But pressure is mounting.
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According to “Big Green Smile,” the French National Assembly has voted to pass a bill of law that would immediately ban the use of phthalates, alkylphenols, and parabens in consumer products. Consumer advocacy groups, and makers of natural beauty products, have reacted very positively to the news. France is the first country to propose such […]
According to “Soya Tech News,” SC Johnson announced that by 2015 it will only purchase palm oil-based ingredients that originate from responsible and sustainable sources. “Our commitment to the families who buy our products is that we will work hard to identify the best ingredients, we will source them responsibly and we will be transparent […]
“The Glass Baby Bottle” has added 5 Phases glass baby bottles with a protective sleeve. The shatter resistant bottles have a removable glass insert. Liquids only come in contact with the glass insert and silicone nipple or plug. The bottles are third party tested and free from BPA, PVC and Phthalates.
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According to “Healthy Child Healthy World,” new research suggests that chemicals found in our environment and in everyday products may play a significant role in packing on the pounds. The National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences (NIEHS) held a three-day workshop on the role of environmental chemicals in the development of obesity and diabetes. The […]
“Environmental Health News” reports a recent study finds that children with higher fetal exposure to both phthalates and bisphenol A (BPA) may have impaired social functioning. The social behavior – including difficult interpersonal and social awareness skills – reported by the moms are similar to those associated with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and autism. […]
According to “Discovery News,” Plastic wrappers, food cans and storage tubs may deposit at least two chemicals into food, confirmed a new study. The chemicals — bisphenol A (BPA) and a phthalate called DEHP appear in a wide variety of food packaging materials. When people in the new study avoided plastic and ate mostly fresh […]
According to “Boston.com,” it’s nearly impossible to prove scientifically that certain diseases are caused by household chemicals, such as bisphenol-A, phthalates, and flame retardants, which are found in everything from kitchen cleaners to baby creams, carpeting to tin cans. But as research accumulates about their potential dangers, and rates of diseases that may be caused […]
“Eur Active” reports the European Union will ban six chemicals within three to five years. Among the compounds are three plastic softening phthalates, a musk fragrance, a flame retardant and a hardener for epoxy resin, the Commission said. Unless they obtain specific exemptions, companies will not be able to sell items containing phthalates known as […]
According to “Property 24,” sales of natural cleaning products have more than doubled in the last two years. Some household cleaners may not be as green as they seem. Air fresheners, for example, may contain phthalates, formaldehyde and phosphates. However, you can make your own cleaning supplies by using basic ingredients such as baking soda, […]