Regardless of the myriad reasons we may express for going gray, we all have at least one commonality: in doing so we have helped limit our exposure to potentially hazardous chemicals and minimized our toxic load as a result.
While many of us made our decision to go gray at least partially on the desire to escape the toxic ingredients, too many are unaware there is even a reason for concern.
A recent discovery of asbestos in children’s makeup at Claire’s, which they refused to recall, brought new awareness, shock, and outrage, and rightfully so.
If a company claims to be clean, yet you see the word fragrance or perfume/ parfum/ essential oil compounds/ aroma on the label, they aren’t being truthful.
It is an especially dangerous practice since known carcinogens, hormone and endocrine-disrupting ingredients, and ingredients known to cause severe allergens in some individuals can be among them.
Find companies who are certified Corps, those committed to full transparency in all business practices from sourcing to production to final product, or at least companies who print all ingredients on every label and do not use fragrance.
Since switching to a non-toxic lifestyle and making conscious choices about what I put in and on my body, my disease activity has become more manageable and I have even been able to lower my weekly medication dosage!