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Natural vs. Synthetic Skincare
June 2006
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There has been a lot in the news lately about the lack of adequate health testing and warning information on beauty products. Recent studies have shown that many of the chemicals used in soaps, lotions, shampoos, conditioners, facial care products, makeup, lipsticks and more, can be hazerdous to long term health. This newsletter will help you sort through the hazardous mess with little effort. It will help you identify the five most common synthetic chemicals used in personal care products.

So grab a shampoo, lotion, or any personal care product you use daily and explore the label using this very simple guide.

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A quick quiz to help you determine the safety of your beauty products.

This quiz will help you determine if the products you are using could adversely affect your health and well-being.

Take a look at the ingredients of the beauty products you use. Then answer the following questions True or False:

1. Sodium Lauryl Sulfate appears as an ingredient in my shampoo, body wash, facial cleanser or any other products I use daily.

2. I notice a combination of Sodium Lauryl Sulfate and TEA (triethanolamine), DEA (diethanolamine), or MEA (monoethanolamine) in one or more of the products I use.

3. The word (s) "methylparaban", "butyl- paraban", "ethyl-paraban", or "proply-paraban" appears on the label.

4. My product lists "fragrance" on the label.

5. I see the words "dibutyl-phthalate or DBP" or "diethylhexyl phthalate" or "DEHP" on a label.

If you answered "True" to any of the questions, you may want to reconsider using those products.

To find out why, please refer to the information under "Adverse long-term health affects associated with these chemicals" in this newsletter.

Please click here to read our revised and updated glossary of toxic ingredients to avoid.
Organic facial care from GratefulBody. For skin that glows with natural beauty.
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GratefulBody makes chemical-free, vital botanical skincare products and topical medicinals formulated with organic, biodynamically grown and ethically wildcrafted ingredients. These truly pure, natural products are effective, nourishing treatments that nurture your skin's inherent beauty.

Consisting of three product lines targeted for specific skin conditions, GratefulBody truly organic skin care is pure and wholesome with benefits that are tangible. Experience for yourself that well-nourished skin is the secret to a healthy and radiant complexion.

The DAILY FACIAL LINE from GratefulBody consists of the basics necessary for a healthy complexion. The holistic facial cleanser, toner, and three moisturizing therapies targeted for specific skin types are completely pure and clean.

30Plus MATURE SKIN LINE contains effective rejuvenating concentrates of complete purity. Nourishing your skin to optimal health is the natural way to minimize wrinkle formation and damage from time, stress and exposure.

This line consists of six therapeutically rich treatments specific to the skin's needs. My personal favourites are 30Plus Enzyme Mask and 30Plus Eye Creme.

This mask is the ultimate super smoothie for the skin. Containing purifying plant foods rich in beneficial natural food enzymes, this non-abrasive mask deeply cleanses and nourishes the skin. It helps to create and maintain optimal skin tone, firmness and radiance.

This exquisite eye creme is light in texture and effectively smoothes and firms the delicate skin around the eyes. With pure nourishment of highly concentrated plant ingredients, it helps repair fine lines and prevent premature wrinkles.

GratefulBody's ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT LINE is specially formulated to be scent neutral. This is the perfect skin care regime for those who are extremely sensitive and scent intolerant, the immune compromised and those undergoing arduous medical treatments.

Each GratefulBody product is made from a remarkably generous recipe of nourishing whole plant ingredients. Your skin is fed precisely what it needs to heal and balance itself without having to process synthetic substances that are harmful to the body.

What goes on your skin must be safe for your whole body. The cosmetic industry's use of synthetic chemicals is not regulated for consumer safety - even lines marketed as "natural" and "organic" contain known health hazards. Why take the risk? GratefulBody offers you nature's bounty of vital, biologically appropriate nourishment, time-proven to be safe and effective.

Insist on chemical-free skin care. Healthy skin is beautiful skin.

For additional information about the complete line of GratefulBody Products please click here.
Adverse long term health affects associated with these chemicals.

It is my hope that an explanation of these chemicals will arm you with the knowledge you need to make safe and healthy choices.

1. Sodium Lauryl Sulfate (SLS) & Sodium Laureth Sulfate (SLES): highly toxic detergents and surfactants that pose serious health threats. Used in car washes, garage floor cleaners and engine degreasers - and in 90% of personal care products that foam. Exposure to this chemical can result in eye damage, severe skin irritations, hair loss, urinary tract, bladder and kidney infections, . Young eyes may not develop properly when exposed to SLS because proteins are dissolved. Products containing SLS should be rinsed off thoroughly after use.
2. DEA, TEA, MEA:when sodium lauryl sulfate (SLS) is combined with these ingredients it can cause the formation of nitrosamines - which are powerful carcinogens. Used as emulsifiers and to control acidity and is found in skin lotions, eye gels, moisturizing creams, shaving foams, shampoos and dermatological soaps. Can cause severe facial dermatitis and contact dermatitis.
3. Parabans (methyl, propyl, butyl, ethyl): Some combination of these synthetic preservatives are used in 99% of the skin and hair products made today. Highly toxic and cause allergic/skin reactions. Recent medical studies indicate these chemicals are estrogenic. This means they mimic estrogen in the body with butylparaban being the most potent. Parabans have also been found in breast cancer tissue. Be cautious and look for products that are paraban-free.
4. Artificial Fragrances have been linked to a wide variety of health problems. Fragrance on a label can indicate the presence of up to 4000 separate ingredients, many toxic and carcinogenic. Symptoms associated with exposure include headaches, dizziness, allergic rashes, skin discolouration, skin irritation, violent coughing and sneezing. Clinical observations proves fragrances can affect the central nervous system. Make sure the products you purchase are fragranced with pure essential oils instead of synthetics. Phthalates can be hidden in synthetic fragrance compositions and it is wise to avoid this chemical.
5. Phthalates are chemical plasticizers found in numerous cosmetics. Recent studies indicate this chemical and its counterparts are hormone disruptors that can cause birth defects and other harm. Look for the words dibutyl phthalate (DBP), or diethylhexyl phthalate (DEHP) on the labels.

Many chemicals found in mainstream cosmetics and personal care products do not cause obvious signs of toxicity immediately, but will slowly poison the body through repeated use.

Every woman has the right to enjoy healthy beauty. It is my hope that this information will enable you to choose healthy products for you and your family.

"Love Your Face" with Pangea Organics
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With Pangea Organics, taking great care of your skin means understanding what you put on it. Especially since what goes on your body makes its way into your body.

Pangea Organics offers three simple products in their "love your face" regimen.

Step one is cleansing. This cleanser is perfect for all skin types leaving skin refreshed, clean and exceptionally soft. This is a favourite of mine for my morning cleanse.

Step two is toning. Choose the toner specific to your skin type. The herbal extracts refresh and nourish while helping to eliminate environmental toxins.

The third and final step is to moisturize. Every skin type and condition requires healthy hydration. Choose the one best suited for your skin and feel the difference! These moisturizers absorb quickly, leaving behind no sticky residue. Skin is left soft, smooth and completely nourished.

Pangea Organics facial care is perfect for the entire family. Take a look at the products your significant other uses every morning. Mainstream men's toiletries are filled with synthetic chemicals. Since even fewer men are aware of the long term health risks associated with their products, Pangea would be a great line to introduce to husbands and boyfriends.

My male customers report that shaving with the cleanser followed with a toner which serves as an aftershave, and then moisturizing with one of the facial creams has fabulous therapeutic benefits, restoring health and balance to their skin. This very simple healthy facial care program is easy to follow, which for men is an important factor. But more importantly, it offers a completely pure, healthy alternative for men's grooming. So if you are concerned about the products the man in your life uses, introduce him to Pangea Organics as a healthy alternative.

To read more about Pangea Organics and explore the line, please click here.

Thankfully today, we have the freedom to choose healthy products for ourselves and our families. Armed with the knowledge needed, it is now possible to make choices that are beneficial to ourselves, our families and the planet. Read your labels and choose wisely!!

Be well!
Pamela

The Alchemist's Apprentice, Inc.
Pamela Cronan-Maddox
The Alchemist's Apprentice, Inc.
phone: 770.992.2121
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