Cosmetics, Pharmaceuticals & Tobacco – No Comparison!
The tobacco, pharmaceutical and cosmetic industries: illogical comparison may stem from a basic lack of understanding of the way in which these three industries operate.
Free From “Free From” Part 2
As a result of the re-emergence of the furore about lead in lipsticks, some further thoughts occurred to me that I would like to share here.
Logic, Lead, Lipstick and Legislation
I’m taking a moment to step away from the science behind what’s going on lately in the cosmetics industry and the media to examine the logical side of it.
Lead Astray by the “Campaign For Scaring Consumers”
A recent FDA study of the lead content in 400 lipsticks found that lead concentrations ranged between 0.02 parts per million (ppm) and 7.17ppm.
An Open Letter to Stacy Malkan – The Dose Makes the Poison
This observation was made in the 16th century, and has remained a central tenet of toxicology since that time.
Ask the Experts – MSDS
How to interpret the information supplied on ingredient MSDS Data Sheets.
Safe Cosmetics: Big Corporations Just Don’t Care?
Large corporations are accused of only being interested in profit and not caring about the health or safety of their customers.
Ask the Experts: Skin Permattivity
Permittivity of the skin
Cucumbers and Safe Cosmetics
Preservation should not be optional, it is essential.
PCT Celebrates 1 Year Bringing Science Backed Info on Safe Cosmetics to You
It’s hard to believe that one year has already passed since Lisa and I launched Personal Care Truth last May 2010! We are absolutely thrilled that the public has responded so positively and taken great interest in learning about the current science backed truth behind the personal care industry and what is in the cosmetic products we use daily.
