Science shows that conventional skincare products may contain endocrine-disrupting chemicals like phthalates, parabens, and PFAS. Studies have found PFAS in 95-100% of tested cosmetics with fluorinated ingredients. Dermal exposure from fluorinated cosmetics may be the second most significant PFAS exposure route in the general population.
This is HIGH PRIORITY because skin is a direct absorption route for these chemicals, and many people apply skincare products daily over large surface areas. Pregnant women and young children may be particularly vulnerable.
Laurel recommends skincare products that lean "nontoxic" and are PFAS-free. We especially prioritize products without undisclosed "fragrance" ingredients and without fluorinated ingredients.
Laurel avoids skincare products with undisclosed "fragrance" labeling and fluorinated ingredients (which correlate with higher PFAS levels). It's important to note that "clean beauty" and "nontoxic" lack standardized definitions.
Tip: If you're not ready to overhaul your full routine, focus first on leave-on products (moisturizers, serums) that sit on skin for extended periods, rather than rinse-off products.
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Science showsconventional skincare products may contain endocrine-disrupting chemicals like phthalates, parabens, and PFAS. Studies have found PFAS in 95-100% of tested cosmetics with fluorinated ingredients. Dermal exposure from fluorinated cosmetics may be the second most significant PFAS exposure route in the general population.
Laurel recommendsskincare products that lean "nontoxic" and are PFAS-free. We especially prioritize products without undisclosed "fragrance" ingredients and without fluorinated ingredients.
Laurel avoidsskincare products with undisclosed "fragrance" labeling and fluorinated ingredients (which correlate with higher PFAS levels). It's important to note that "clean beauty" and "nontoxic" lack standardized definitions.
Tip: If you're not ready to overhaul your full routine, focus first on leave-on products (moisturizers, serums) that sit on skin for extended periods, rather than rinse-off products.