The Dangers of Parabens in Skin Care Products

One of the biggest motivations for people to look into organic skin care solutions is the presence of parabens and other toxic chemicals in mainstream skin care products. Parabens are chemical preservatives and are found in a great majority of lotions, cosmetics and skin care products that are on the mainstream market today.

This is very alarming, as parabens are connected with a number of known health risks. 



Fortunately, there are alternatives; the organic health and wellness products sold at Spa Bali and Wellness are free of such hazards. When it comes to organic bath and body care, using organic lotions and organic soap can be valuable components for a healthy skin care regimen. 

Here are just some of the reported dangers and health risks associated with paraben and paraben skin care products:


1. Parabens can cause harm to most every bodily system, including the thyroid,
hypothalamus, ovaries and the male reproductive system. Parabens mimic the body's hormones and can also disturb the entire endocrine system.

2. Some cancers in women such as breast cancer can be stimulated by too much estrogen in the body. Estrogen production is one of the bodily mechanisms that can be stimulated by parabens in the bloodstream.

3. Parabens are able to enter the bloodstream in higher concentrations from applying it to the skin than they would by ingesting it -- up to 10 times higher!

4. Parabens can cause severe allergic reactions and rashes in those that have sensitive skin. Even in small amounts, parabens can cause and exacerbate serious skin issues.

5. Products containing parabens are likely to contain other harmful ingredients and chemicals as well, such as alcohol, mineral oil and synthetic fragrances. "Fragrances" alone can refer to any one of thousands of different types of chemicals that are added to mainstream skin care products, many of which are toxic and/or cancer causing.

Clearly, parabens are not something you really want touching your skin -- and yet they seem to be included in just about every skin care product and cosmetic on the mainstream market! The good news is that there are a number of wonderful organic skin care alternatives to products that contain paraben. An organic skin care regimen including organic bath and body care, organic lotions and organic soap is a much healthier solution.


Organic skin care products for sale at The OM Shoppe are a safe and healthy alternative to paraben-infused mainstream skin care products. While parabens have been connected with a number of known health risks, organic health and wellness products like those offered by The OM Shoppe are free of such hazards. Using organic bath and body products has never been easier or more appealing.

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Please note: These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. None of our products is intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Information and statements made are for education purposes and are not intended to replace the advice of your treating doctor. The OM Shoppe does not dispense medical advice, prescribe, or diagnose illness. The views and nutritional information expressed by The OM Shoppe are not intended to be a substitute for conventional medical service. If you have a severe medical condition, see your physician of choice.

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