Have you ever considered the potential health risks that may be hidden behind conventional cosmetics?

When you use cosmetics containing "endocrine disruptors," you are introducing chemicals into your skin that can interfere with your body's hormonal system, causing adverse effects on health and development.

The endocrine system is responsible for vital functions through the production and release of hormones.

Some of the most important functions controlled by the endocrine system include:

1. Metabolism : Regulates the rate at which the body converts food into energy and how it uses that energy.
2. Body growth and development : Influences body growth, bone and muscle development, as well as maturation during puberty.
3. Reproduction : controls reproductive functions, including the production of gametes (eggs and sperm), the menstrual cycle, pregnancy and lactation.
4. Stress response : Manages the body's response to stress through the release of hormones such as cortisol and adrenaline.
5. Fluid and electrolyte balance : Regulates the balance of water and electrolytes (such as sodium and potassium) in the body.
6. Regulation of sleep and circadian rhythms : affects sleep-wake cycles by releasing hormones such as melatonin.
7. Homeostasis : maintains the internal balance of the body, including body temperature, blood glucose level, and blood pressure.

The major glands of the endocrine system include the pituitary gland, hypothalamus, thyroid, adrenal glands, pancreas, ovaries (in women), and testes (in men), each of which has specific functions that contribute to the overall functioning of the body.

However, it is constantly under threat from endocrine disruptors , substances that can interfere with its proper functioning and which can come from various risk factors, such as exposure to chemicals external to the body, present in the environment, or even in everyday products.

It is crucial to be aware of these risks in conventional cosmetics, and to opt for natural cosmetics free of toxic chemicals that avoid our exposure to these endocrine disruptors, thus protecting our health and well-being in the long term.

WHAT ARE HORMONE DISRUPTORS IN COSMETICS?

Endocrine disruptors are chemicals that can interfere with or alter the body's hormonal system , causing adverse effects on health and development.

In the context of cosmetics, these substances can be found in a wide variety of products, from lotions and sunscreens to deodorants and perfumes.

Common ingredients, such as parabens , phthalates , and certain sunscreens , have been identified as potential endocrine disruptors , raising concerns about their long-term safety.

HEALTH RISKS OF COMMON ENDOCRINE DISRUPTORS IN COSMETICS

When we use everyday products such as creams or any other cosmetics that contain "endocrine disruptors" , we introduce into our skin and, therefore, into our blood, substances that can cause problems in our body.

These endocrine disruptors can throw off the balance of our body's hormones , which are like messengers that tell our body what to do.

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The problem is that our hormones control a lot of important things . So when endocrine disruptors interfere with these hormones, they can wreak havoc on our bodies.

The worst part of all is that the effect of these disruptors is cumulative , meaning that they add up over time. And what is even more worrying is that once these disruptors are inside our bodies, they can stay there for a long time and there is no way to completely get rid of them. They can even be passed on to our children and future generations , like a kind of toxic inheritance .

It is important to be very aware of the products you use and try to avoid endocrine disruptors to protect your health and that of your skin.

HOW ENDOCRINE DISRUPTORS IN COSMETICS AFFECT OUR HEALTH

Endocrine disruptors can have a number of negative effects on our health and fertility due to their ability to interfere with our body's hormonal balance.

1. Reproductive problems: Endocrine disruptors can affect fertility in both men and women. In men, they can reduce sperm quality and cause erection or libido problems. In women, they can alter the menstrual cycle, make it difficult to ovulate, and even cause fertility problems.

2. Genital malformations: Exposure to endocrine disruptors during fetal development can cause malformations in the reproductive organs, such as enlargement of the clitoris in girls or feminization of the male genitals.

3. Hormonal disorders: These compounds can interfere with the body's hormonal regulation, which can lead to hormonal imbalances and conditions such as polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) in women or decreased testosterone production in men.

4. Problems during pregnancy: Exposure to endocrine disruptors during pregnancy can increase the risk of complications such as premature birth, low birth weight, or even fetal development problems.

5. Hormonally sensitive cancer: Some studies have suggested a possible association between exposure to certain endocrine disruptors and an increased risk of developing hormone-sensitive cancers, such as breast, ovarian or prostate cancer.

In short, endocrine disruptors can have a wide range of adverse effects on our health and fertility by interfering with our body's delicate hormonal balance.

It is important to take steps to limit our exposure to these compounds and protect our health and that of future generations.

LIST OF ENDOCRINE DISRUPTING INGREDIENTS IN COSMETICS

⚠️ Parabens: These are commonly used as preservatives in a variety of cosmetic products, such as creams, lotions, shampoos, and makeup. You'll find them as Isopropylparapene, Propylparapene, Isobutylparaben and Butylparab, Methylparaben, and Ethylparaben.

• Preservatives that release formaldehyde:
• DMDM Hydantoin: 1,3-dimethylol-5, 5-dimethyl hydantoin, Dimethylol-5,5- dimethylhydantoin,
• Sodium Hydroxymethylglycinate
• Imidazolidinyl urea
• Benzyl Hemiformal
• 2-Bromo-2-Nitropropane-1,3-Diol
• 5-Bromo-5-Nitro-1,3-Dioxane Diazolidinyl urea
• Polyquaternium.

⚠️ Phthalates: present in synthetic fragrances and in many cosmetics. These include: Butylbenzyl phthalate, Dibutyl phthalate, Diisononyl phthalate, Di- isobutyl phthalate…

⚠️ Triclosan: An antimicrobial agent used in products such as antibacterial soaps, deodorants, and toothpastes.

⚠️Chemical sunscreens: Some are associated with endocrine disruption. Benzophenone-1, Benzophenone-2, Cephenes, Cinnamates, Ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate .

⚠️ Triclocarban: an antimicrobial agent commonly used in antibacterial soaps and many other personal care cosmetic products.

⚠️ Phenols: very common in cosmetics.

⚠️ Toluene: can be found in some nail polishes.

HOW TO AVOID ENDOCRINE DISRUPTORS IN YOUR COSMETICS

While it may be daunting to completely avoid cosmetics containing endocrine disruptors, there are steps you can take to reduce your exposure to these substances:

1. Read labels: Familiarize yourself with common ingredients that have been associated with endocrine disruptors and look for products that avoid them.

2. Choose high-quality, natural, toxin-free cosmetics for your beauty routine: use high-quality cosmetics and personal care products that are formulated with natural and organic ingredients and do not contain these substances among their ingredients.

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