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Sat Mar 12, 2011 12:03 am  |
Parabens
Artificial colours and fragrances
Petroleum based ingredients (e.g. mineral oils)
SLS (Sodium Laureth Sulfate)
PEG (Polyethylene glycol)
Propylene glycol
Talc
Dimethicone
Bismuth Oxychloride
Cheap fillers or bulking agents
those are bad for you skin !!! |
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Sat Mar 12, 2011 2:01 pm |
| I actually don't agree that parabens are bad for the skin. They are needed to prevent bacteria and fungi from growing in the products |
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Sat Mar 12, 2011 3:09 pm |
| Your list is really opinion. |
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Sat Mar 12, 2011 3:16 pm |
to oasisjc: paraben
" Parabens are a group of compounds widely used as antimicrobial preservatives in food, pharmaceutical and cosmetics products, including underarm deodorants. Parabens are absorbed through intact skin and from the gastrointestinal tract and blood"
"Parabens are estrogen mimickers, with the potency of the agonistic response being related to the chemical structure (Darbre, 2008). They can bind to the cellular estrogen receptor (Routledge, 1998). They also increase the expression of many genes that are usually regulated by estradiol and cause human breast tumor cells (MCF-7 cells) to grow and proliferate in vitro (Byford, 2002; Pugazhendhi, 2007). Nevertheless, parabens as a class do not fully mimic estradiol in the changes in cellular gene expression nor are the effects of all parabens identical (Sadler, 2009"
of course if only use 0.001% of paraben (i am just a serum which claimed they have paraben, but only a small %; however some product do have much more) then it is fine.
bacteria and fungi can be prevented from other natural ingredients or just their life time is limited to a year. |
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Sat Mar 12, 2011 3:23 pm |
GirlieGirl: yes, those are my opinion and just suggest to people. sorry if any offense !!!
I am more pro on the natural and organic side.
sorry |
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Sat Mar 12, 2011 3:26 pm |
No offense taken  |
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Sat Mar 12, 2011 6:50 pm |
| Mineral Oil is actually a natural product - it comes from the earth. |
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Born 1950. There's a new cream on the market that gets rid of wrinkles - you smear it on the mirror!! |
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Sat Mar 12, 2011 7:04 pm |
Yes, I am aware that paraben is related to cancer from a certain study, but I also know that that study was blown way out of proportion when it was released.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z9o6O52wgnA |
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Sat Mar 12, 2011 8:50 pm |
SLS (Sodium Laureth Sulfate)
Terrible crap buried in all kinds of stuff. I let my brother talk me into using Barbarosa shaving cream and didnt realize until a year later that they put it in there. Set me back a long ways and aged my face where the shaving cream was on. Also (SLES) Sodium lauryl ether sulfate is not as bad but should be avoided too.
Greg |
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Sun Mar 13, 2011 4:08 pm |
hi keliu, here is some info fro mineral oil:
Mineral Oil is used in a wide variety of skincare and cosmetic products for its moisturizing properties, but lately this ingredient is getting a bad reputation and many are recommending to avoid it at all costs. But what’s the truth? Is Mineral Oil really that bad for skin or is its ill reputation undeserved?
What is mineral oil?
Mineral Oil is a colorless and odorless oil derived from petroleum, which is a natural substance extracted from the earth. There are several grades of Mineral Oil and the type used in cosmetics, called Cosmetic Grade Mineral Oil, is highly purified, not carcinogenic and doesn’t even resemble petroleum anymore.
Why is mineral oil used in beauty products?
Mineral Oil is used in many cosmetics and skincare products because it is inexpensive, rarely causes allergies or irritations and is considered to be one of the best moisturizing ingredients available. It creates a protective barrier on the skin that binds moisture in and prevents water loss, keeping skin hydrated. In addition, it has effective wound healing properties.
Does Mineral Oil clog pores?
Because Mineral Oil is an occlusive agent that forms a barrier on the surface, many people think it suffocates skin and clogs pores. But scientific studies have shown that, while Industrial Mineral Oil is comedogenic, Cosmetic Grade Mineral Oil isn’t. However, Mineral Oil should never be used in products that contain comedogenic ingredients or it’ll trap them into the skin, aggravating their effects and causing breakouts. In addition, those who suffer from acne should be careful when using products with Mineral Oil, as this ingredient can worsen this condition in some people. In this case, use of this ingredient should be avoided.
Mineral Oil and Collagen
Another misconception about Mineral Oil is that the occlusive barrier it creates doesn’t allow the collagen present in some skincare products to penetrate the skin. But collagen molecules wouldn’t be absorbed by the skin anyway simply because they are too big to penetrate it. Mineral Oil has no effect on them at all.
So, is mineral oil really bad for skin?
No, it isn’t. Products with mineral oil are safe, inexpensive, well tolerated by most people and effective at moisturizing the skin. Just don’t expect more than that. But unless your skin reacts badly to Mineral Oil there is no reason to stop using it. However, be careful not to use it in conjunction with comedogenic ingredients or breakouts could occur. |
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Mon Mar 14, 2011 1:46 pm |
| queenielau718 wrote: |
hi keliu, here is some info fro mineral oil:
Mineral Oil is used in a wide variety of skincare and cosmetic products for its moisturizing properties, but lately this ingredient is getting a bad reputation and many are recommending to avoid it at all costs. But what’s the truth? Is Mineral Oil really that bad for skin or is its ill reputation undeserved?
What is mineral oil?
Mineral Oil is a colorless and odorless oil derived from petroleum, which is a natural substance extracted from the earth. There are several grades of Mineral Oil and the type used in cosmetics, called Cosmetic Grade Mineral Oil, is highly purified, not carcinogenic and doesn’t even resemble petroleum anymore.
Why is mineral oil used in beauty products?
Mineral Oil is used in many cosmetics and skincare products because it is inexpensive, rarely causes allergies or irritations and is considered to be one of the best moisturizing ingredients available. It creates a protective barrier on the skin that binds moisture in and prevents water loss, keeping skin hydrated. In addition, it has effective wound healing properties.
Does Mineral Oil clog pores?
Because Mineral Oil is an occlusive agent that forms a barrier on the surface, many people think it suffocates skin and clogs pores. But scientific studies have shown that, while Industrial Mineral Oil is comedogenic, Cosmetic Grade Mineral Oil isn’t. However, Mineral Oil should never be used in products that contain comedogenic ingredients or it’ll trap them into the skin, aggravating their effects and causing breakouts. In addition, those who suffer from acne should be careful when using products with Mineral Oil, as this ingredient can worsen this condition in some people. In this case, use of this ingredient should be avoided.
Mineral Oil and Collagen
Another misconception about Mineral Oil is that the occlusive barrier it creates doesn’t allow the collagen present in some skincare products to penetrate the skin. But collagen molecules wouldn’t be absorbed by the skin anyway simply because they are too big to penetrate it. Mineral Oil has no effect on them at all.
So, is mineral oil really bad for skin?
No, it isn’t. Products with mineral oil are safe, inexpensive, well tolerated by most people and effective at moisturizing the skin. Just don’t expect more than that. But unless your skin reacts badly to Mineral Oil there is no reason to stop using it. However, be careful not to use it in conjunction with comedogenic ingredients or breakouts could occur. |
What is your source? |
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30-ish, sensitive fair skin, oily and acne-prone, faded freckles; tretinoin since Oct 2010 |
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Mon Mar 14, 2011 3:01 pm |
| rockhugger wrote: |
| queenielau718 wrote: |
hi keliu, here is some info fro mineral oil:
Mineral Oil is used in a wide variety of skincare and cosmetic products for its moisturizing properties, but lately this ingredient is getting a bad reputation and many are recommending to avoid it at all costs. But what’s the truth? Is Mineral Oil really that bad for skin or is its ill reputation undeserved?
What is mineral oil?
Mineral Oil is a colorless and odorless oil derived from petroleum, which is a natural substance extracted from the earth. There are several grades of Mineral Oil and the type used in cosmetics, called Cosmetic Grade Mineral Oil, is highly purified, not carcinogenic and doesn’t even resemble petroleum anymore.
Why is mineral oil used in beauty products?
Mineral Oil is used in many cosmetics and skincare products because it is inexpensive, rarely causes allergies or irritations and is considered to be one of the best moisturizing ingredients available. It creates a protective barrier on the skin that binds moisture in and prevents water loss, keeping skin hydrated. In addition, it has effective wound healing properties.
Does Mineral Oil clog pores?
Because Mineral Oil is an occlusive agent that forms a barrier on the surface, many people think it suffocates skin and clogs pores. But scientific studies have shown that, while Industrial Mineral Oil is comedogenic, Cosmetic Grade Mineral Oil isn’t. However, Mineral Oil should never be used in products that contain comedogenic ingredients or it’ll trap them into the skin, aggravating their effects and causing breakouts. In addition, those who suffer from acne should be careful when using products with Mineral Oil, as this ingredient can worsen this condition in some people. In this case, use of this ingredient should be avoided.
Mineral Oil and Collagen
Another misconception about Mineral Oil is that the occlusive barrier it creates doesn’t allow the collagen present in some skincare products to penetrate the skin. But collagen molecules wouldn’t be absorbed by the skin anyway simply because they are too big to penetrate it. Mineral Oil has no effect on them at all.
So, is mineral oil really bad for skin?
No, it isn’t. Products with mineral oil are safe, inexpensive, well tolerated by most people and effective at moisturizing the skin. Just don’t expect more than that. But unless your skin reacts badly to Mineral Oil there is no reason to stop using it. However, be careful not to use it in conjunction with comedogenic ingredients or breakouts could occur. |
What is your source? |
The above article can be found here:
http://beautifulwithbrains.com/2009/12/16/is-mineral-oil-bad-for-skin/
You can read more from an unrelated source (even though their names are similar) here:
http://thebeautybrains.com/2006/11/28/the-top-5-myths-about-mineral-oil-part-1/
http://thebeautybrains.com/2006/12/01/myths-about-mineral-oil-part-2/ |
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Born 1953; Blonde-Blue; Normal skin |
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