Did you know everyday items like soaps, detergents, cosmetics and scented candles could be hiding toxins that disrupt your health? At Moray Herbal Haven, we’re all about original medicine—not alternative— and understanding these hidden ingredients can help you make informed choices for your family's health.
10 Common Toxic Ingredients Found In Everyday Products:
- Sodium Lauryl Sulfate (SLS): A foaming agent in detergents, dishwasher tablets and soaps. A surfactant that can irritate skin and eyes and potentially disrupt hormonal balance.
- Phosphates: Found in dishwasher and laundry detergents. They contribute to water pollution and can cause skin irritations.
- Synthetic Fragrance: Found in many products - candles, detergents, cosmetics, sunscreen and perfumes. Often a cocktail of 100+ chemicals, which can trigger allergies, migraine, hormone shifts and respiratory issues.
- Benzene: Found in paints, resins and cosmetics. A known carcinogen that may cause dizziness and headaches upon exposure.
- Ethylene Glycol: Used as a solvent in detergents and can cause skin irritation and nervous system effects.
- Forever Chemicals (PFAS): Lurking in your kitchen (non-stick pans, food wrappers) and bathroom (soaps, cosmetics), these persistent chemicals stick around forever. Linked to cancer, hormone chaos, and immune woes
- Phthalates: Found in scented candles, air fresheners, and some plastics. These hormone disruptors mimic estrogen, potentially causing fertility issues, allergies, or fatigue.
- Parabens: In soaps, sunscreen, shampoos, make-up and lotions—think “methylparaben” on labels. Linked to endocrine disruption and skin irritation.
- Formaldehyde: Not just in candles and cleaning sprays. Hides in nail polish, shampoos, and soaps as “releasers” (check for DMDM hydantoin). A cancer-causing irritant
- Triclosan: Found in soaps, toothpaste, cosmetics, “germ resistant” household products, and some detergents This germ-killer messes with hormones, increases antibiotic resistance and damages our marine life.
Symptoms and Health Risks:
Exposure to these toxic ingredients can lead to:
Skin Irritations: Rashes, itching, and allergic reactions.
Hormonal Imbalance: Disruption of endocrine functions, potentially affecting reproductive health.
Respiratory Issues: Coughing, sneezing, and difficulty breathing from inhaling chemicals.
Long-term Health Risks: Some ingredients are linked to chronic health conditions, including certain cancers.
These toxins build up, stressing your body’s natural balance. Our ancestors relied on plants, not chemicals, for centuries—80% of the world still does! Our bodies absorb up to 70% of what we put on it, taking just 26 seconds to enter the blood stream. There's never been a better time to swap to toxin-free alternatives!
Consider Safer Alternatives:
Choosing eco-friendly and non-toxic options can significantly reduce your exposure to harmful chemicals while being kinder to the environment.
Two affordable natural cleaning solutions is a combination of bicarbonate of soda (baking soda) and white vinegar. Not only are they effective at freshening laundry and removing odours, but they are also widely available and inexpensive.
Check out our range of natural products, you won't find any nasties on our watch!
Your Health Matters!
I encourage you to check the ingredient labels on the products you buy. If any of the information above resonates with you, consider making the switch to safer alternatives. Every small change contributes to a healthier you and a cleaner planet!