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If there is one thing sacred to every late 90s girl, it’s the core memory of dousing ourselves in glitter products for a “night out”. Why did we do that? I have no idea. The nostalgic in the EU are surely stocking up on supplies of impacted loose glitter products, but where do we stand in the US on this topic?  Natalie Rainer provides some regulatory predictions and thoughts Women in Beauty #cosmetics

It's really disheartening to think that even BPA-free toys, which are supposed to be safe, could actually be harmful to our precious little ones. It turns out that many plastic toys in India are contaminated with paraffin chlorinated compounds, and other chemicals, that poses some serious health risks. Can you believe that in 2023, our toy market was valued at a whopping $1.7 billion, with over 90% of those toys being made of plastic? It's quite alarming, isn't it? These paraffin chlorinated toys aren't just dangerous, they are carcinogenic. & pose a threat to our kids' endocrine systems. They could potentially harm their neurological and reproductive development. Just because something is labeled as "BPA-free" doesn't automatically mean it's safe. You see, back in the 1950s, BPA was commonly used without people knowing how harmful it could be. And the thing is, the same might be true for the so-called "safe" alternatives we have today. So, it's important to stay informed and not just rely on labels. We need to take actions for our kids and make more natural alternatives for our little ones. Wooden toys, organic cotton toys, wool toys, paper toys made with food-based colors, and stainless steel toys are all great options that are both safe and environmentally friendly. Ref. https://lnkd.in/dVGJPNyx https://lnkd.in/daUeVwZk https://lnkd.in/dZd6CKgn #ProtectOurChildren #SayNoToPlasticToys #ChooseSafe #HealthyKids #SustainableLiving #toys #plastictoys #parenting #uptodd

🚨 Breaking News: Baby Bottle Companies Sued for Hiding Microplastic Dangers! 🚨 In a shocking revelation, Philips North America and Handi-Craft Co. are facing lawsuits for allegedly deceiving parents about the dangers of microplastics in their baby bottles. The lawsuits claim these companies knew that heating their products could cause microplastics to leach into food and drinks, posing serious health risks to infants. This reckless deceit has put millions of children's health in jeopardy and misled countless parents. According to the lawsuits, exposure to these microplastics can cause long-term health complications, including damage to the digestive tract, immune system, and reproductive systems. The legal actions demand that these companies stop selling the unsafe products and inform parents of the dangers. Source: The New Lede Let's unite against plastic pollution! Follow @PlaferaChallenge and join the fight by adopting small, everyday actions to keep single-use plastics out of landfills and protect our environment. Together, we can lessen the risk of plastic pollution and prevent it from worsening urban flooding. 🌍💪 #PlaferaChallenge #PlasticPollution #ProtectOurChildren #EnvironmentalJustice #SayNoToPlastic

🌱 Let's be More Aware Consumers: Choosing Safer Alternatives for Ourselves and Our Families 🌱 "BPA Free" does not mean it's safe! Plastic is Plastic - let's switch to safer alternatives wherever possible. Even BPA-free plastic contains other chemicals, like phthalates, BPF, BPS, which behave in the same manner as BPA, leaching into water and food, disrupting hormones, and causing numerous health issues. In 1960, the FDA approved the use of BPA in consumer products. Initial concerns about BPA were raised in 1992. Since then, hundreds of studies have been conducted, establishing that BPA is a hormone disruptor and could cause infertility, heart disease, cancer, obesity, and neurological disorders. In 2008, government organizations worldwide began discussions on banning BPA in baby products, as it was established that babies are more prone to the harmful effects of this chemical. In 2011, the European Union banned its use in baby bottles, followed by the FDA in 2012. However, as of 2017, BPA is still used in many consumer products, including water bottles, can linings, and receipts. Activists continue to struggle for a complete ban. Let's not rely on industrialists, who are concerned only about their profits, to make choices for us. Ready to join the movement to live a more conscious and aware lifestyle? Join my group Soulful World and let's make informed choices for a healthier, safer future for ourselves and our families. Further read: https://lnkd.in/g33rawHf #SoulfulWorld #SoulfulWorld108 #NaturalLiving #ChemicalFree #HealthyChoices #ToxinFree #EnvironmentalHealth #CleanLiving #WellnessWednesday #EcoFriendly #GreenLiving #SafeProducts #HealthyHome #ConsciousConsumer #Detoxify #ToxicFreeLiving #SustainableLiving #MindfulLiving #HealthAndWellness #NonToxicLiving

We know #microplastics are harmful to the environment and our #health, but their effects on our four-legged friends are equally concerning. Our latest report, Pets Vs. Plastics, dives into the exposure of pets to microplastics and #toxic chemicals, building on our recent "Babies Vs. Plastics" study. We’re excited to see this important issue featured on PetGuide.com 🔽 https://bit.ly/3ylhEsq #PlanetVsPlastics #EndPlastics

🌱 Let's be More Aware Consumers: Choosing Safer Alternatives for Ourselves and Our Families 🌱#SoulfulWorld "BPA Free" does not mean it's safe! Plastic is Plastic - let's switch to safer alternatives wherever possible. Even BPA-free plastic contains other chemicals, like phthalates, BPF, BPS, which behave in the same manner as BPA, leaching into water and food, disrupting hormones, and causing numerous health issues. In 1960, the FDA approved the use of BPA in consumer products. Initial concerns about BPA were raised in 1992. Since then, hundreds of studies have been conducted, establishing that BPA is a hormone disruptor and could cause infertility, heart disease, cancer, obesity, and neurological disorders. In 2008, government organizations worldwide began discussions on banning BPA in baby products, as it was established that babies are more prone to the harmful effects of this chemical. In 2011, the European Union banned its use in baby bottles, followed by the FDA in 2012. However, BPA is still used in many consumer products, including water bottles, can linings, and receipts. Activists continue to struggle for a complete ban. Let's not rely on industrialists, who are concerned only about their profits, to make choices for us. Ready to join the movement to live a more conscious and aware life? Join my group Soulful World and let's make informed choices for a healthier, safer future for ourselves and our families. #SoulfulWorld #SoulfulWorld108  #NaturalLiving  #ChemicalFree  #HealthyChoices  #ToxinFree  #EnvironmentalHealth  #CleanLiving  #WellnessWednesday  #EcoFriendly  #GreenLiving  #SafeProducts  #HealthyHome  #ConsciousConsumer  #Detoxify  #ToxicFreeLiving  #SustainableLiving  #MindfulLiving  #HealthAndWellness  #NonToxicLiving

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Beautycounter's 2023 Mission Report is officially live, and spoiler alert...we’ve been busy. Beautycounter’s Mission Report is the annual recap of the progress the brand has made leading the clean beauty movement, together. Every year is a step forward from the last, bringing us closer to a future where all beauty is good for you and the planet. In 2023, Beautycounter helped pass FOUR health-protective cosmetic laws (the most for us in one year!!!), expanded The Never List® to over 2,800 harmful or questionable ingredients, leveraged post-consumer recycled (PCR) plastic in over 85% of the products Beautycounter launched, and more!... Click the link below to read the full report. https://lnkd.in/gZPvmkNm