Toxicity Scale Of Lipstick

Scientists warned that toxicity scale of lipstick is increasing, because chemical formulas found in lipsticks and nail polish could trigger breast cancer. One study showed that a substance known as BBP (phthalates) can harm the healthy development of breast tissue. Environmentalists have banned it on the cosmetic industry, which is used to polish the product.


Artificial substance is part of the ophthalmic acid family of chemicals, estrogen-imitating the female sex hormone. Phthalates are widely used in softening plastics and are found in food packaging, toys, carpets and solvents. Past studies have linked to birth defects, kidney problems and infertility. They were forbidden to use baby tooth rings, as well as their toys, throughout Europe. Now, scientists at the Fox Chase Cancer Center in Philadelphia say that phthalates-that accumulates in fat cells-may increase breast cancer risk.


The team of scientists fed BBP breast-feeding female rat, phthalates are then absorbed by their offspring behind breastfeeding. Rat pups were exposed to levels of chemical estimated to be nearly equal doses of safety for the people of U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, inquiries were made public. The chemicals have changed the genetic structure of cells in the mammary glands of young female rat. Although the effects disappeared when removing phthalates from their diet, subtle changes can occur later, during their existence, scientists said.

Phthalates are found around us, so there is a constant exposure via inhalation and digestive tract, can affect different organs including breasts, because toxicity scale of lipstick is a worrying process.


The experiment on rats has shown that people are the same thing can happen. Even if an individual is exposed to early life, the effects can be seen later. Therefore scientists examine this compound whether exposure of young girls is associated with early puberty and breast development. With a studio 2 years ago first discovered a link between phthalates and genital problems. Researchers at the University of Rochester in NY found that women who had higher levels in the body of phthalates, boys born with underdeveloped sexual organs.


Another women's organization has asserted that phthalates were found in 4-5 of the British market cosmetics. There are safer alternatives and protection, namely removal of phthalates in cosmetic products-from shower gel to hair spray.

"More than half of lipsticks contain lead" - Is the title of an email that circulated widely on the Internet lately. It seems that this thing is not just a rumor. In October 2007 a group of U.S. scientists has completed a study showing that 61% of the 33 brands of lipsticks tested contain lead at levels of 0.03 to 0.65 units per million. In 2007 U.S. researchers have tested products made from materials that may contain lead, especially those with dyed or painted parts. Amounts above the limit allowed were found in the products such as kitchen pots, jewelry and caps of glue.



What is and where lead is found? Lead is a heavy metal, toxic to human body. "In nature, lead is found spread in the form of compounds: galena, lead sulphite, which is prepared lead, white lead, lead carbonate, Croco, chromatic and anglesite lead, lead sulphate according to our expert, Dr. Ardeshir Vahid, specialist in Plastic Surgery, Cosmetic Surgery and Reconstructive Microsurgery "It is a metal that has to cut fresh gloss gray-blue, which disappears in the fresh air when the metal is covered with a thin gray layer of lead oxide in moist air, when covered with a layer of basic carbonate white lead" , continue it.

According to specialists, drinking water which contains calcium carbonate and acid sulfates, formed on the surface of thin blanket and takes a lead carbonate and lead sulphite that prevents further dissolution of lead. On this property is based on manufacturing lead water pipes, with no danger of intoxication.

What is lead doing in lipstick? This lead in lipstick is related to its strength. "Indeed in the case lipstick grip is provided by the lead", says Dr. Ardeshir. Study coordinator, Stacy Malkan said that manufacturers in the cosmetic industry should change the composition lipsticks, because this substance must not appear in cosmetic products, as it is extremely harmful. In a press release of Association of Manufacturers of cosmetics and toiletries in the U.S. to show that lead is not intentionally added to cosmetics in particular the FDA (The Food and Drug Administration) has imposed strict limits on levels of lead in lipsticks.

Effects of lead on the body: Once applied on lips, lipstick is ingested. Thus, if the composition is in the lead, it will reach the body. According to Dr. Ardeshir Vahid, harmful effect of lead was discovered barely a century. Even in small amounts, such toxic compounds result in the ingestion of women's sterility. Lead and all its combinations produce serious poisoning called "poisoning". Intoxications such workers are exposed printers and those who come in contact with them permanently. It is known temporary or permanent impairment of the appliances and systems in chronic lead poisoning:

* Nervous
* Blood
* Device kidney
* Digestive

It has also been established dependent mortality due to damage human brain vessels, chronic ambient pollution levels of lead. Changes in behavior of infants and young children are conditioned by the influence of lead through the mother's body during intrauterine development and lactation. Experts recommend not consuming the products purchased by the roadside - fruit and vegetables - because they may be affected by pollution. Once inside the body, lead is very difficult to remove. According to Dr. Ardeshir daily consumption of milk can be considered a real antidote. Lipstick, like lollypops is ingested. Campaign for Safe Cosmetics, a coalition of environmental groups, public health and women, says the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has not set a limit to the level of lead in lipsticks composition.



A third of the lipsticks tested contain lead levels exceeding the limit set by GDA for lollipops, from 0.1 units per million. This standard has been established to protect children's health. 39% of lipsticks did not discernible levels of lead, according to the same study. "It is imperative that manufacturers change the product formulation," said Stacy Malkan, cofounder of the coalition. "Manufacture of lipsticks without lead in composition is possible and all companies should do this," she said. Once in the body, lead can cause behavioral problems, language learning and school performance drop or increase aggression. Pregnant women and children are most vulnerable to exposure to lead metal that is associated with the occurrence of infertility and miscarriages.