Top 10 Most Toxic Ingredients Hiding in Your Deodorant -

Top 10 Toxic Ingredients in Deodorants

Parabens

Parabens are in many beauty products, so it’s not surprising to find them in most deodorants. They may cause reproductive damage and organ toxicity. They can be irritating to the skin and may cause allergic reactions.

 Aluminum compounds

Aluminum is typically the main ingredient in many mainstream deodorants. It clogs your pores to prevent sweating, but it may affect hormone levels.

 Silica

Silica is a known skin irritant. It may be contaminated with crystalline quartz, a known carcinogen.

                                                                        Triclosan

 Triclosan is a pesticide, according to the FDA, as it has antimicrobial properties. It kills both good and bad bacteria on the skin, and it may be a carcinogen.

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may contain asbestiform fibers, making it another known carcinogen.

 Propylene Glycol

 Propylene glycol, a known neurotoxin, may affect central nervous system, heart and liver health. It may also cause allergic reactions and be irritating to the skin, especially sensitive skin.

 Steareths

 Steareths known carcinogens, are additives made from weakening harsh chemicals in the manufacturing process.

 Fragrance

 Fragrances can also be irritating to skin and cause allergic reactions. They may also cause organ toxicity. 

TEA and DEA 

Triethanolamine (TEA) and diethanolamine (DEA) are chemicals that may affect liver and kidney health. Both of these products are known carcinogens that have been banned in Europe. 

Artificial colors

 Some artificial colors and bleaches are known carcinogens that may also cause allergic reactions.

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