Thursday 10 November 2011

Petroleum on my skin? No, thank you!

How often do you read these vague names on your labels: Mineral Oil, Liquid Paraffin, Paraffinum Liquidum, White Oil, Liquid Petroleum... Let me answer for you - too often!! And these are the names of the same product - liquid by-product of the distillation of petroleum to produce gasoline and other petroleum-based products from crude oil. Wait a minute! From what? Yes, liquid that is used as a main ingredient in baby products (oils, lotions), body oils and Vaseline (to name few) is actually made of crude oil!!

When applied mineral oil creates a thin layer on your skin and blocks the pores, so ultimately it doesn't allow skin to breath and eliminate toxins (normal healthy "exchange" process). So it leads to skin dryness and premature aging. It's used so unbelievably widely because of its cheap price and availability (it's just a by-product). Most of the baby oils are 100% mineral oil or mineral oil is listed as the first ingredient - meaning that mineral oil is its main component (just pick up any baby oil or baby lotion bottle and see for yourself).

Skin is our largest organ and let's treat is nicely. Explore the beauty of natural creations - those wonderful apricot, avocado, sweet almond, olive oils (mostly available in pharmacies and supermarkets)... There are so many to choose from - they are great for the skin, safe for humans (most importantly for our little ones!) and environment, they are packed with vitamins and antioxidants. What's not to love? 

See, it's really easy to make the switch towards the healthier lifestyle, just need to be aware :)
Love as always,
Anya


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