![]() If that wasn’t enough, according to this article from the New York Times, Johnson & Johnson lost a case against women who got ovarian cancer after using their baby powder. You can read more about the study here from the EWG. These chemicals aren’t listed in the ingredients because they are a toxic byproduct of chemical manufacturing. Formaldehyde and 1,4-dioxane for example are both probable carcinogens and in a study done by the Campaign for Safe Cosmetics, 61% of the products tested contained both!! And a whopping 81% contained just formaldehyde. Read more from Sarah Kolman RN, MA, CHPN, INHC here about the properties of baby skin.Ĭhemicals live inside our favorite baby products, often without our knowledge. Which is why its so important to be cautious of what products we use. So when chemicals are put onto their skin, they are absorbed quickly, and they are more highly concentrated. On top of that, the surface area of the skin in relation to their size is much much greater than an adult. In fact it’s 3 to 5 times thinner! That means it absorbs things like water – and allergens, irritants and chemicals – at a much faster rate. But did you know that it’s not nearly as thick as adult skin. There’s literally nothing like planting a smooch on that deliciously squishy baby skin. By clicking through I will receive a small commission at no cost to you. Three babies in and I have fallen in love with Primally Pure’s baby line - and I will never go back. Not only are these natural, safe, and actually healing products, but they work better than anything I’ve used in the past. ![]() Natural baby products that are good for baby’s skin are becoming much more popular – and for good reason! Between the natural properties of baby’s delicate skin, and the nasty chemicals found in some of the most popular brands on the market, it’s important to find better products.
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