Why we say 'NO' to Titanium Dioxide, Talc, Silicone, Paraben, Phthalate, and more
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Why We Say 'NO' to Titanium Dioxide, Talc, Silicone, Paraben, and Phthalate

This article delves into five common cosmetic ingredients – titanium dioxide, talc, silicones, parabens, and phthalates – exploring why a...

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Ingredients to Avoid in Makeup: Titanium Dioxide, Talc, and Silicone clean beauty
Hylan Vo

Ingredients to Avoid in Makeup: Titanium Dioxide, Talc, and Silicone

This article delves into the potential health risks associated with titanium dioxide, talc, and silicone, common cosmetic components, and why...

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Hylan Minerals vs. Bare Minerals: A Titanium Dioxide-Free Alternative Bare Minerals
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Hylan Minerals vs. Bare Minerals: A Titanium Dioxide-Free Alternative

This article introduces Hylan Minerals as a titanium dioxide-free alternative to brands like Bare Minerals, addressing concerns about the potential...

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Ingredients to Avoid in Makeup: Bismuth Oxychloride, Talc, Titanium Dioxide, Silicone and More bismuth oxychloride
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Ingredients to Avoid in Makeup: Bismuth Oxychloride, Talc, Titanium Dioxide, Silicone and More

This article explores harmful ingredients commonly found in makeup, such as bismuth oxychloride, talc, titanium dioxide, and silicones, highlighting their...

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Is Bismuth Oxychloride Clogging Your Pores? acne-prone skin
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Is Bismuth Oxychloride Clogging Your Pores?

Concerns have been raised about bismuth oxychloride's potential to clog pores and irritate sensitive skin.

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The Greenwashing of Clean Beauty: A Case Study on Titanium Dioxide. carcinogen
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The Greenwashing of Clean Beauty: A Case Study on Titanium Dioxide.

Titanium dioxide, a widely used ingredient in "clean beauty" products, has potential health risks, particularly when inhaled or ingested, making...

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What is Nanoparticle Titanium Dioxide and Why is it in Your Makeup? clean beauty
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What is Nanoparticle Titanium Dioxide and Why is it in Your Makeup?

Nanoparticle titanium dioxide is used in makeup for its transparency, UV protection, and texture, but concerns exist regarding its potential...

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California Prop 65 Titanium Dioxide California Prop 65
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California Prop 65 and Your Foundation: A Warning Label You're Not Seeing.

California Proposition 65 requires warnings about chemicals causing cancer or reproductive harm, yet many cosmetics with titanium dioxide lack these...

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