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A Consumer's Dictionary of Cosmetic Ingredients
The fifth edition of this classic guide, first published in 1978, continues the tradition of being the most up-to-date, complete, and trusted reference for taking the guesswork out of choosing safe and effective cosmetics and toiletries.
The more than 6,000 entries include 1,400 newly developed chemicals (along with hundreds more whose names have been changed by the manufacturers since the last edition of this book was published in 1994). Virtually every chemical found in toiletries and cosmetics, from body and face creams to toothpaste, hand lotion, shaving cream, shampoo, soap, perfume, and makeup, is evaluated, including those ingredients marketed as being all natural, for children, and for people of color. The book's alphabetical arrangement makes it easy to look up the ingredients in the products you use.
With more substances than ever in products we use every day--and with the continuing deregulation of the cosmetics industry--this book is more indispensable than ever.
The more than 6,000 entries include 1,400 newly developed chemicals (along with hundreds more whose names have been changed by the manufacturers since the last edition of this book was published in 1994). Virtually every chemical found in toiletries and cosmetics, from body and face creams to toothpaste, hand lotion, shaving cream, shampoo, soap, perfume, and makeup, is evaluated, including those ingredients marketed as being all natural, for children, and for people of color. The book's alphabetical arrangement makes it easy to look up the ingredients in the products you use.
With more substances than ever in products we use every day--and with the continuing deregulation of the cosmetics industry--this book is more indispensable than ever.
472 pages, Paperback
First published January 1, 1974
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February 10, 2019
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"Cosmetics Safety Needs a Makeover
Thousands of chemicals, in billions of dollars worth of products, are being governed by regulations that haven’t been updated in decades."
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The primary reason I retired earlier than expected was scented cosmetics!
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An early look at cosmetic toxins. Consumer beware info, helpful ... personally important stuff.
Have tagged it undrat ... less than 100 ratings with exceptions, like this. So many kinds of slow poison.
When researching my vulnerabilities, became cynically amused to read that some aldehydes are used as base for both perfumes and pesticides. It helped psychologically to know why people projected an aura of Raid, and why the scent particles initiated fight or flight response.
Started learning about the damaging complexity of consumer toxin when woman asked library to get her a copy of Dr Randolph's book. That book was a life changer. Alternative Approach to Allergies
"Cosmetics Safety Needs a Makeover
Thousands of chemicals, in billions of dollars worth of products, are being governed by regulations that haven’t been updated in decades."
***
The primary reason I retired earlier than expected was scented cosmetics!
***
An early look at cosmetic toxins. Consumer beware info, helpful ... personally important stuff.
Have tagged it undrat ... less than 100 ratings with exceptions, like this. So many kinds of slow poison.
When researching my vulnerabilities, became cynically amused to read that some aldehydes are used as base for both perfumes and pesticides. It helped psychologically to know why people projected an aura of Raid, and why the scent particles initiated fight or flight response.
Started learning about the damaging complexity of consumer toxin when woman asked library to get her a copy of Dr Randolph's book. That book was a life changer. Alternative Approach to Allergies
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January 4, 2021I own this book and the other version which is a dictionary for food additives. There is a small section in the beginning which covers the lax rules and budget cuts with our government. Long story short, there is not enough money or people or time to sufficiently test the ingredients we have in the market today. Why do you think I stopped buying beauty products?? It's concerning.
*When buying this book, make sure you purchase the latest version*
I haven't talked about my journey with zero waste in a long time. The fact of the matter is that any research I did to make sure my purchases were safe (for me), affordable, not wasteful, environmentally safe, local, etc. I eventually grew tired, depressed and overwhelmed. But I am thankful that this author made researching ingredients a little bit easier to do.
*When buying this book, make sure you purchase the latest version*
I haven't talked about my journey with zero waste in a long time. The fact of the matter is that any research I did to make sure my purchases were safe (for me), affordable, not wasteful, environmentally safe, local, etc. I eventually grew tired, depressed and overwhelmed. But I am thankful that this author made researching ingredients a little bit easier to do.
February 7, 2016
Surprisingly good for a dictionary. The book is well researched. You grasp a lot of information from the intro and the appendix something some research books can't offer. The appendix is particularly useful too.The only problem I have with this ( and this is a tiny one) is that some of her research is biased, and shows only one side of the research in the beginning but it still deserves five stars in my opinion.
January 21, 2023
People use cosmetics every day, especially women. It's a billion dollar industry. Yet do you know what your skin (the largest organ of your body) is absorbing?! It's not good. Use this reference to see what's really in your lotions, makeup, and hair products.
November 14, 2020
The book opens your eyes to what is actually being put into cosmetic products.
It is invaluable for anyone who needs to avoid certain substances because of allergic reactions.
It is invaluable for anyone who needs to avoid certain substances because of allergic reactions.
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