The application of makeup is a regular task that is enjoyed by people. They purchase these products without any thought about their safety. For those who have read the ingredient lists often discover no mention of hazardous chemicals in the labels of the cosmetics we purchase. But a recent research has revealed that nearly 50% of cosmetics contained excessive amounts of harmful PFAS ingredients. Peror polyfluoroalkyl chemicals are among the most harmful classes of chemicals used extensively in industrial and consumer products, such as Teflon coatings that are non-stick or water-resistant containers. However, these substances have been associated with various adverse health effects for humans, and can be harmful at extremely low levels.
A research group of researchers at University of Notre Dame, Indiana University University of Notre Dame, Indiana University, and the University of Toronto cataloged the levels of PFAS chemicals present in 231 cosmetics that are made in both the United States and Canada. These cosmetics were divided into eight categories: face concealer, lips, eyelashes, eyebrows foundation, and miscellaneous. The samples of these were examined using spectrometry. It is which uses light to study the chemical composition of a substance. The majority of cosmetics tested five-quarters contained fluorine. This is which is a marker for PFAS above the threshold required to be considered a “high” fluorine concentration. Particularly the categories of facial lips, mascara, and face comprised the highest percentage of cosmetics with high levels of fluorine. For instance 82% of the waterproof mascaras have high levels of.
While the most commonly used method to PFAS exposure is through ingestion growing evidence has suggested that the absorption of the chemical by contact with the skin could be risky too, in particular chemical applications near the eyes. These chemicals are linked to various types of cancer and immune system disorders, as well as harm to the development as well as reproductive system. The products tested only 8% mentioned as PFAS an ingredient, in spite of the findings of the researchers. This is due to the absence of regulations and companies aren’t required to list all ingredients, even when high levels of PFAS are present. The result is that many consumers are not exposed.
