10 Things the Toxic Makeup Patrol Should Learn

Here are a number of claims that the Toxic Makeup Patrol makes that are just mistaken.

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.

Heavy Metal Lips

Heavy metal poisoning should not be taken lightly, it’s a serious issue, but the lead in lipstick fiasco no longer has any traction.

EWG: The Endlessly Wrong Group

The group’s formula to a scare campaign is to point to the presence of a chemical without credibly establishing that there’s any actual harm (which is what really matters).

The Lead Debate Made Simple

The cosmetic industry has been under fire regarding lead in lipstick and cosmetics for years now.  The debate continues, but it is much to do about nothing. Lead (Pb) is on the periodic table, is a naturally occurring substance. It occurs extensively in the earth’s crust and is the 36th most common chemical element on earth, [...]

100% Safe Cosmetics

Truthful information backed by scientific facts in regards to safe cosmetics.

Opinion Poll :: Should We Give Up Lipstick, Candy, Water or Listening to Skin Deep?

I’ve got a question for you.  Should you give up lipstick, candy or water consumption first?  It is a legitimate question based on the newest article from Skin Deep “I’ll take my lipstick unleaded, please” by Jane Houlihan. Below is a chart that takes a close look at the levels of lead (Pb) found by the FDA in lipsticks, the allowed [...]

Lipstick and Lead: Questions and Answers

The following is taken directly from the FDA website: “The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has received a number of inquiries regarding reports of lead contamination in lipstick. The following information is drawn from responses to those inquiries, along with information on our latest findings”. What is FDA’s legal authority over cosmetic safety? FDA regulates [...]