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What are PEG compounds? PEG’s or polyethylene glycols are petroleum-based compounds used in cosmetics and personal care products to help […]
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What are Parabens: Chemical Free Living
What are parabens? Parabens are preservatives and anti-microbials that are commonly used in cosmetics, personal care products and some foods […]
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What are Acrylates: Chemical Free Living
What are acrylates? Acrylates are chemical agents composed of acrylic acid and methacrylic acid building blocks and found in artificial […]
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What is Petrolatum: Chemical Free Living
What is petrolatum? Petrolatum is a petroleum-based product that exists in a semisolid state. It is used as a hair […]
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What is Dibutyl Phthalate: Chemical Free Living
What is dibutyl phthalate? Dibutyl phthalate is a synthetically produced chemical used in fragrances as well as a plasticizer and […]
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What are Siloxanes: Chemical Free Living
What are siloxanes? Siloxanes are silicone-based compounds that are generally used for their softening, smoothing, and moistening action. They make […]
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What is Perchloroethylene (PERC): Chemical Free Living
What is perchloroethylene or “perc”? Perchloroethylene or “Perc” is a colorless, noncombustible, volatile organic compound (VOC) typically found in liquid […]
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What is Sodium Laureth Sulfate: Chemical Free Living
What is sodium laureth sulfate? Sodium laureth sulfate is a surfactant derived from ethoxylated lauryl alcohol. It is a cleansing […]
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What are Quaternary Ammonium Compounds: Chemical Free Living
What are quaternary ammonium compounds or “QUATs”? Quaternary ammonium compounds or “QUATs” are chemicals that are used in a variety of […]
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What is Formaldehyde: Chemical Free Living
What is formaldehyde? Formaldehyde is a commonly used preservative. It can be aded directly or instead released by other preservatives. […]