Soap is what we all use to scrub ourselves clean everyday, right? Well A LOT of name brand , big soap companies use a lot of harmful chemicals. There are also chemicals that aren't considered a risk to certain..organizations that are meant to keep a look out for our health and safety >.> Anyway we'll look at harmful chemicals in "Big Soaps" and a look at ingredients in organic or natural soaps.
"Big" Soap
So, a lot of the soaps we buy everyday are full of these chemicals that are either considered a big risk, or the risk is really higher than the FDA makes it out to be.
1. Triclosan : it's usually found in ant-bacterial soaps ( even toothpaste) and some researchers believe it to manipulate hormones.
2. Sodium Laureth Sulfate : This can cause skin irritations.
3. Sodium lauroyl isethionate : this is a basically a detergent, it is usually made combining fatty acids with isethionic acid. Isethionic acid is created by combining sodium bisulfite in an aqueous solution and ethylene oxide. Ethylene oxide is a known carcinogen. Some Ethylene can remain in the soap. Ick.
4. Fragrances Containing Phthalate : These can cause allergic reactions in some people.
Organic Soap :
Organic soap is awesome. ( in my opinion, i have an aversion to harmful chemicals and such...) Below is the list of ingredients in the soap I currently use.
1. Organic Goats Milk
2. Organic Spices
3. Oats
4. Vitamin E oil
5. Skin Safe Essential Oils.
That's it. Simple, recognizable ingredients, 3 of which you could easily eat. ( Goats milk, oat, spices) I pop out of the shower smelling like a cookie and feeling like Cleopatra. ( she took milk baths)
I know other organic/natural soaps contain different ingredients, but they're better for you.
I hope this informed and inspired you! Below are link to buy organic or natural soaps.
https://www.drbronner.com/
http://www.poppysoap.com/
http://www.awildsoapbar.com/store/c/18-organic-bar-soaps.aspx
http://happyholisticlivin.wix.com/happyholisticliving
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