In Jane
Hoolihan’s presentation on cosmetics, she mentions that most cosmetics are not
FDA tested. This is interesting, because my ex-boyfriend’s dog was a former
test animal for shampoos and conditioners, which are considered cosmetics.
Formaldehyde is used to preserve corpses and it’s disturbing to know that it is
also used in cosmetics…it is no wonder why cosmetics containing formaldehyde
are advertised as having “anti-aging properties.” Females have significant
influence over consumerism in the United States, what is the logic behind not
FDA testing cosmetics? Is the health of women irrelevant? It’s also interesting
to know that unnecessary chemicals such as triglycerides are added in hand
cleansers. She highlights the importance and how sufficient it is to just to
clean your hands with soap and water. I really enjoyed Hoolihan’s presentation
and it opened my eyes to the hazards of my own cosmetics. I often use drug
store brand cosmetics…I don’t believe that buying expensive brands doesn’t
decrease any risks to exposures.
Hi Allyssa,
ReplyDeleteGreat job on the discussion! Jane makes a number of good points not only in regards to the need for cosmetic companies to reformulate their products, but also for consumers to have a bill in place that would increase the FDA's ability to recall and test the safety of ingredients included in cosmetics.
Thanks for your comments! I agree that Jane Hoolihan’s presentation was eye opening, and learned that cosmetics contain multiple chemicals including carcinogens, pesticides, reproductive toxins, and hormone disruptors.
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