P
utting chemicals on your
skin is actually far worse
than
ingesting
them,
because when you eat something the
enzymes in your saliva and stomach
help break it down and flush it out
of your body. When you put these
chemicals on your skin, however, they
are absorbed straight into your blood
stream without filtering of any kind, so
there’s no protection against the toxins.
You can go “green” with beauty
products by lessening your use
of the ones that contain harmful
ingredients. Here are some personal
care alternatives:
No
Frequent
Hair
Washing -- You don’t need to
shampoo your hair every day. In fact,
when you aren’t torturing your hair
with too much shampoo, it produces a
natural oil that gives it a unique sheen
and softness, and according to studies,
it might even reduce the amount of
ozone you breathe in.
--
Natural Deodorant
Store-bought deodorants and antiperspirants contain harsh chemicals.
Instead, try baking soda. Sprinkle a bit
on a damp washcloth and apply it on
your underarms; it should neutralize
the sme