Risky ingredients not used by CONCIO
As the name suggests, cosmetics contain many chemical substances. Some of these ingredients are harmless to humans and have excellent skin-beautifying effects.
We all want healthy, beautiful skin, so we use cosmetics every day in the hope of achieving that goal.
Unfortunately, there are some ingredients that have no effect on the skin itself and cannot be expected to have any effect . There are also ingredients that are harmless to the skin but require caution as they may have adverse effects on health. And there are also ingredients that are harmless to humans but put a strain on the natural environment.
The clues are hidden in the full ingredient list of cosmetics.
However, it is extremely difficult to determine the disadvantages or concerns of an ingredient just by looking at its name.
In such cases, compare the list of ingredients we don't use with the ingredients in the products you use.
Risky ingredients hidden in plain sight
Facial cleansers, skin care products, shampoos, body soaps, hair care and body care.
Most people use cosmetics on their skin and hair every day. On average, they use 12 different products every day.
However, these cosmetics contain hundreds of chemicals, some of which can be absorbed through the skin.
There are also some ingredients that require caution as they can lead to serious health problems such as cancer, reproductive dysfunction, birth defects, and learning disabilities if inhaled or accidentally ingested.
In Japan, there are restrictions on the use of approximately 130 types of ingredients and chemicals.
But with just 130 varieties out of over 10,000, it may not be enough.
For example, are new ingredients that have been developed in recent years covered?
Or, how much consideration is being given to the allergies and atopic dermatitis that many people suffer from today?
To ensure the safety and security of yourself and your loved ones, it is important to be knowledgeable and be able to distinguish between ingredients.
This will guide you to the right choice.
Avoid these ingredients! Ingredients that are bad for your skin and health
There are many cosmetic ingredients. Below are some of the ingredients you should be careful of.
Make sure to check the full ingredients list.
Moisturizer
- Polyacrylamide (Possibility of contamination with acrylamide, which is of concern for its carcinogenicity and genotoxicity)
- PTFE ( Polytetrafluoroethylene. May contain PFOA, which is carcinogenic and toxic to aquatic organisms)
- Synthetic polymers (over 1200 types suspected to be biodegradable)
- Parabens (propylparaben, butylparaben, etc.)
Sunscreen
It is the cause of coral bleaching and marine pollution, and many of its ingredients are also of concern for their hormone disrupting effects.
- Oxybenzone
- Homosalate
- Ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate
- Benzophenone
- Octinoxate
- Para-aminobenzoic acid (PABA)
Shampoo and conditioner
- Cocamide DEA , MEA, TEA, etc. (ethanolamine compounds)
- Parabens (propylparaben, butylparaben, etc.)
- Imidazolidinyl urea (potential formaldehyde release)
- Quaternium-15 (potential formaldehyde release)
- DMDM hydantoin (potential formaldehyde release)
- Sodium Laureth Sulfate
Fragrances
It is used in all kinds of cosmetics.
No matter what kind of synthetic fragrance is used, and how many different types, it can be labeled as just "fragrance." It may contain chemicals that cause skin allergies.
Knowledge is power
The choices we make when purchasing anything, not just cosmetics, shape our lifestyle and health.
When choosing cosmetics, it is natural to want to choose products that will help maintain healthy and beautiful skin. However, it is becoming more and more important to consider not only the effects on our own skin, but also the effects on our physical and mental health, as well as the natural environment.
Being able to make better choices with a broader perspective.
I believe that this is what will create true beauty in our lives going forward.
Not sure which cosmetics to buy?
Choose products with fewer ingredients listed on the ingredient list.
Reducing the number of chemicals that come into contact with your skin on a daily basis reduces your risk of negative effects.
Also, don't be fooled by claims like " natural " or " organic ." Instead of going by the image, check the ingredients carefully first.
I want to be able to make the right decisions and choose products that fit my lifestyle.
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"CONCIO" - A company that thoroughly researches the risks of cosmetic ingredients
CONCIO is the first additive-free skin care product in Japan to receive EWG certification, meeting new standards.
Focusing on the risk of skin irritation and allergies caused by cosmetic ingredients, we strictly adhere to our own safety standards and do not use 2,500 ingredients.
We deliver world-class peace of mind to sensitive skin in Japan.
*This does not guarantee that skin irritation or allergies will not occur in all people.
