Vape e-liquids, mainly composed of propylene glycol (PG) and vegetable glycerin (VG), break down when heated in e-cigarettes, producing harmful volatile carbonyl compounds like formaldehyde, acetaldehyde, and acrolein. These toxins form through thermal decomposition at high temperatures, often above 200°C in vaping devices, and can irritate the lungs, increase cancer risks, and contribute to respiratory […]
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Synthetic Clothing Health Risks: Key Dangers & Impacts
Synthetic clothing, like polyester, nylon, and spandex, dominates fast fashion but poses health risks. Made from petrochemicals, these fabrics release toxic chemicals such as phthalates, bisphenols, and formaldehyde, which can disrupt hormones, cause skin irritation, and increase risks of diseases like thyroid issues, fertility problems, and cancers. Microplastics from these clothes shed during washing, polluting […]
Toxic Makeup: Harmful Ingredients & Clean Beauty Solutions
Toxic makeup contains harmful ingredients like parabens, phthalates, formaldehyde, lead, and PFAS, which can cause skin irritation, allergic reactions, endocrine disruption, and even cancer. The FDA’s lax regulations allow these chemicals in cosmetics, unlike stricter EU standards. Consumers face risks from bioaccumulation and environmental damage from microplastics and siloxanes. Clean beauty offers safer, non-toxic alternatives, […]
