Body lotion is one of the indispensable products in daily skin care routine, especially in winter.
However, not all products are completely safe and some ingredients in body lotions can be harmful to your health if used for a long time.
Recognizing these harmful substances will help housewives protect their skin and overall health, according to Healthline.
Paraben
Parabens are a group of common preservatives found in cosmetics that include butylparaben, isobutylparaben, methylparaben, propylparaben, and ethylparaben. They are used to prevent the growth of bacteria and mold in products.
However, parabens can cause endocrine disruption, so many manufacturers have now switched to using safer preservatives such as vitamin E and citric acid...
Butylated Hydroxyanisole (BHA)
BHA is a preservative and antioxidant used in almost every cosmetic to extend shelf life.
According to a study from the National Toxicology Program, BHA can cause hormonal disruption in users. Therefore, the use of body lotions containing BHA should also be carefully considered before use.
DMDM Hydantoin
DMDM Hydantoin is a preservative that has the potential to release formaldehyde which can cause skin and eye irritation.
Frequent exposure to formaldehyde can have adverse health effects, especially when the skin is severely damaged.
Retinyl Palmitate
Retinyl Palmitate is a form of Vitamin A, commonly found in anti-aging products and sunscreens. A study from the National Toxicology Program also showed that when exposed to sunlight, Retinyl Palmitate can increase the risk of harmful effects on the skin such as irritation, redness, peeling...
Therefore, if using body lotion containing Retinyl Palmitate, you should consider carefully to minimize risks, especially for sensitive skin.
Triethanolamine
Triethanolamine is an ingredient used to balance the pH in many cosmetic products, including body lotions and mascara.
Although this substance is quite common, Triethanolamine can cause skin and respiratory irritation and is toxic to the immune system.
