Endocrine disruptors in cosmetics
Each period of life brings with it new beauties and new challenges! World Menopause Day is celebrated today, October 18, and with it we raise awareness of the importance of this period in women's lives, the importance of health care, as well as knowledge of bodily processes in order to maintain a good quality of life.
Menopause marks the end of the menstrual cycle and the reproductive age of a woman, and on average it occurs around the age of fifty. It is caused by the cessation of production of female sex hormones - estrogen and progesterone . Like any hormonal change, these changes in the secretion of sex hormones cause a series of symptoms that we associate with menopause: fatigue, mood swings, sleep problems and hot flashes (hot flashes). A lack of estrogen causes a decrease in bone density, which increases the risk of osteoporosis, and a decrease in estrogen also increases the risk of cardiovascular disease.
It is important to realize that throughout life we can adopt habits that have a beneficial effect on hormonal balance and overall health, which can alleviate the symptoms of menopause when it occurs. Along with physical activity, a balanced diet, avoiding smoking and excessive alcohol intake, it is important to take care of your mental health throughout your life and reduce the impact of stress as much as possible.
In addition, in everyday life, we can make an extra effort and pay attention to the quality of the composition when choosing hygiene and cosmetic products. Why is composition so important? Because some products may contain endocrine disruptors – substances and chemical compounds that interfere with the work of the hormonal system and thus lead to hormonal imbalance in the body.
Some of the most famous endocrine disruptors in cosmetics are:
- parabens - can be present in creams, shampoos, deodorants, make-up, lotions
- phthalates - can be present in perfumes, nail and hair polishes
- BPA (bisphenol A) – may be present in packaging for cosmetic products
Precisely because of the importance of controlling the ingredients we introduce into our body, when choosing a product it is important for us to have a clear insight into its composition and quality. When choosing the composition of our products, we made a special effort because it was extremely important for us to design products that will support human health.
All our products have a detailed list of all ingredients. In order to make it even easier for you to understand the composition, we went a step further and prepared a transparent list of ingredients as part of our Natureli line - SVEA face cream with hyaluronic acid and ISLA hyaluronic serum with the power of copper . With it, you will easily understand the action of a particular substance, and it is included in every package!
When we take care of what we put into our body and what we apply to our skin, we give attention and care to our body, and it really deserves it. Being aware of what we use on a daily basis can help us live a healthier and more carefree life in the long run.
World Menopause Day opens space for educating the public about the changes that occur during menopause and the timely steps that can help in a better quality of life. By marking this day, we encourage the public to educate and communicate openly about a topic that is still often stigmatized, thereby supporting women around the world.