It has been scientifically proven that some of the facial, body and cosmetic products we commonly use and expose ourselves to, contain ingredients that are linked to cancer, reproductive challenges, birth defects, asthmatic symptoms and skin allergies – just to name a few. Natural skin care products contain none of these health damaging ingredients. Caras Skincare proudly stays away from these types of ingredients.
Which ingredients are the “bad guys”to look for in our skin, hair and body products?
- PARABENS (Methyl, Butyl, Ethyl, Propyl)
Not always labeled, used as preservatives, and may contribute to hormone imbalance.
Usually found almost everywhere including skincare products such as moisturizers and deodorants.
- SODIUM LAURYL SULFATE (SLS) & SODIUM LAURETH SULFATE (SLES)|
Detergent that makes products foam, lather, and bubble. Usually found in 90% of personal-care products that foam! - DEA (diethanolamine), MEA (Monoethanolamine), and TEA (triethanolamine)
Clear, colorless, viscous liquids with ammonia-like odors. Usually found in products that foam like facial cleansers and soaps. They are also found in eye makeup , fragrances, hair products, and sunscreens. - MINERAL OIL
A petroleum by-product that coats the skin like plastic, clogging its pores. This is incredibly harmful because it interferes with skin’s ability to eliminate toxins, therefore increasing likelihood of acne and other disorders. Usually found in creams, lotions, ointments, and cosmetics. - PEG (Polyethylene glycol)
Ingredients that can alter and reduce the skin’s natural moisture factor. It adjusts the melting point and thickens products. Usually found in cleansers to dissolve oil and grease. - PHTHALATES
Chemicals used to increase flexibility and strength of plastics, and are not often listed among the ingredients on products. Usually found in cosmetics such as fragrance oils and listed under the term “fragrance”. - ALUMINUM
Toxic metal that can have oestrogen-like effects in our systems, disrupting the healthy functioning of the endocrine system. Usually found in almost every personal care product, especially antiperspirant deodorants.
- PROPYLENE GLYCOL (PG) & BUTYLENE GLYCOL
Gaseous hydrocarbons which in a liquid state act as “surfactant”. They penetrate the skin so quickly and can weaken the protein and cellular structure. Usually used to make extracts from herbs. - DMDM HYDANTOIN & UREA (Imidazolidinyl)
Preservatives that often release formaldehyde which may cause joint pain, skin allergies, headaches, and loss of sleep. Usually found in skincare products, cosmetics, shampoos and conditioners, and detergents. - SILOXANES
Look for ingredients ending in “-siloxane” or “-methicone.” Used in a variety of cosmetics to soften, smooth and moisten. Suspected endocrine disruptors and reproductive toxicant (cyclotetrasiloxane). Harmful to fish and other wildlife. - TRICLOSAN
A synthetic antibacterial agent that may disrupt thyroid function and can degrade into a form of dioxin, a class of chemicals linked to a broad range of toxicities including cancer. Usually found in soaps, mouthwash, shaving cream, deodorants, toothpastes, etc. - SYNTHETIC FRAGRANCES
Anything that is synthetic or artificial should always raise a red flag. These are made up of hundreds to thousands of different ingredients not listed on the label, so you are never sure what you are actually being exposed to. Usually found in cosmetic and skincare products but also many household products such as candles, air fresheners, and scented trash bags.
As the skin is the largest organ in the body and absorbs everything you put on it, it’s imperative that thought is given to what skin products you use.
Instead of damaging health, natural skin care products often contain health promoting ingredients that are packed full of vitamins and antioxidants such as rosehip oil, green tea and Hyaluronic acid. A full list of the key active and non-active ingredients found in our products, and their benefits, can be found in the following pages.
Not only do such ingredients promote long term positive health outcomes, they are also beneficial for general skin health, complexion and vitality. Because the ingredients found in natural skin care products are derived from the Earth from natural sources, they work with your body to heal, flourish and thrive.
Look at Caras Skincare products for beautiful and Natural Cosmeceuticals, for more information you can contact us on [email protected] or book an online skin consultation here: https://www.vagaro.com/paulinadelosreyesmakeupbeautyskinclinic/
With Love
Paulina de los Reyes
Owner / Director
Caras Skincare and Paulina de los Reyes Makeup Beauty Skin Clinic
