Dry Skin Lotions Can Result in Serious Health Risks
Author: National Skin Care Institute
Published: 2012/08/11 - Updated: 2021/08/10
Topic: Recalls, Warnings and Advisories - Publications List
Page Content: Synopsis - Introduction - Main
Synopsis: The National Skin Care Institute warns consumers of the risk toxic products poise where dry skin treatments are used and how such skin care treatments affect overall general health. Ichthyosis Vulgaris refers to a relatively uncommon group of skin disorders characterized by the presence of excessive amounts of dry surface scales. It is regarded as a disorder of keratinization or cornification.
Introduction
Consumer Warning: Dry Skin Treatments Pose Serious Health Risks - In today's skin care treatment market, consumers are unaware of the harmful cancer causing chemical ingredients that are found on the labels of these products.
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Ichthyosis Vulgaris refers to a relatively uncommon group of skin disorders characterized by the presence of excessive amounts of dry surface scales. It is regarded as a disorder of keratinization or cornification, and it is due to abnormal epidermal differentiation or metabolism. The scales of ichthyosis vulgaris can be present at birth, but usually first appear during early childhood. Sometimes ichthyosis vulgaris disappears entirely for most of the adult years, only to return later. At present time there is no cure for ichthyosis, however dedicated researchers and physicians have and continue to develop effective ways to help manage the disorder.
The National Skin Care Institute warns consumers of the risk toxic products poise where dry skin treatments are used and how such skin care treatments affect overall general health. When looking for the best lotion for dry skin, there is not enough transparency being seen from big brand names. The fact is, most people are often unaware of the harmful chemical ingredients contained in the products they are bringing into their homes and exposing their families to; many of these dry skin remedies are being marketed as safe for use on the smallest and most vulnerable of us all - babies!
Products Dangerously Toxic to the Young
Recently in the spotlight for marketing chemical heavy products to mothers for use on their children are several top baby shampoo products. Just check the ingredients label. Look for two potentially cancer causing chemicals, dioxane and quaternion-15, that release formaldehyde. Laundry detergents are also popular with moms and marketed as a healthier choice over regular detergents. Although many laundry detergent names imply that they should be free of harsh chemical ingredients, the truth is they also contain problematic levels of dioxane.
Many of you do now check the ingredients labels of the food you eat; now you need to look at the labels of household products and dry skin treatment products just to ensure your family is safe from needless and potential cancer-causing toxins!
Carcinogenic Ingredients to Avoid in Skin Care Products
Phthalates
This plastic softening chemical is commonly found in lotions, deodorants, and other personal care products. Chemicals in the phthalate family have been linked to birth defects, damage to reproductive organs.
Lauryl sulfate and Sodium laureth sulfate
This frequently used foaming agent is often found in toothpaste, shampoo, and shower gels. These chemicals have been linked to eczema and dermatitis and is known to inflame skin.
Paraben preservatives
This popular preservative can be found in hair gel, facial masks, lotions, deodorants, and sunscreen. These chemicals can disrupt the bodies natural balance of hormones and has also been linked to skin rashes.
Formaldehyde
This cheap and versatile chemical is used as a preservative, de-foamer, and disinfectant and appears in everything from nail polish to body lotion. It can cause allergic reactions resulting in contact dermatitis. It has also been linked to headaches, joint pain, depression, fatigue, dizziness and even immune dysfunction.
Best Lotion for Dry Skin?
What is the Best lotion for dry skin when many skin care treatments damage your skin?
The overwhelming number of chemicals you and your skin come into contact with on a daily basis is scary. Your body has a natural skin barrier made up of skin cells and lipids (fats) that protects you. With the constant bombardment of chemicals, your skin gets damaged. A damaged skin barrier can lead to anything from dry skin to eczema. The best way to protect yourself and your skin from these chemicals is to avoid them and the products they are in. Or you can use a dermatologist recommended and developed skin care shielding lotion, which is a real dry skin treatment.
Dr. Brian Zogg, a board-certified dermatologist in Southern Minnesota further explains how this works and what type of product you should use instead. "The artificial moisturizers in conventional creams and lotions can send a signal to the moisture producing parts of your skin that enough moisture is present. Your skin then makes less of the natural moisture needed for an effective dry skin treatment. A shielding lotion protects your skin against chemicals and uses your natural oils and moisture to heal the damage."
As a result, many dermatologist are now recommending shielding lotions to their patients - patients who are looking for the best dry skin treatment - safe for you and safe for your family!
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