Toxic Chemical Glossary
What is Fragrance: Chemical Free Living
What is “fragrance”? Fragrances are added to virtually everything from cleaning products to perfume to toothpaste and even orange juice. […]
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What are Ethanolamine Compounds (DEA, MEA, or TEA): Chemical Free Living
What are ethanolamine compounds (DEA, MEA, or TEA)? Ethanolamine compounds are used as emulsifying agents, fragrances and pH adjusters [3] […]
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What is Triclosan: Chemical Free Living
What is triclosan? Triclosan is a synthetic pesticide that’s often added to detergents and soaps and personal care products like […]
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What is Propylene Glycol: Chemical Free Living
What is propylene glycol? Propylene glycol is a synthetic, clear, colorless and odorless liquid substance that’s commonly used as a […]
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What is Sodium Hypochlorite: Chemical Free Living
What is sodium hypochlorite? Sodium hypochlorite is also known as bleach and is a member of the chlorine family. It […]
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What is Butylated Hydroxytoulene (BHT): Chemical Free Living
What is Butylated Hydroxytoulene (BHT)? Butylated hydroxytoulene (BHT) is a synthetically produced preservative used to keep fats and oils in personal care products […]
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What is 1,4-Dioxane: Chemical Free Living
What is 1,4-dioxane? In cosmetics, detergents, baby washes, shampoos, pharmaceuticals, and other personal care products 1,4-dioxane is a trace contaminant. […]
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What is Butylated Hydroxyanisole (BHA): Chemical Free Living
What is butylated hydroxyanisole (BHA)? Butylated hydroxyanisole (BHA) is a synthetically produced preservative used to keep fats and oils in personal care […]
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What is Bleach (Sodium Hypochlorite): Chemical Free Living
What is bleach? Bleach, also known as sodium hypochlorite, is a member of the chlorine family. It is one of […]
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What is 2-Butoxyethanol: Chemical Free Living
What is 2-Butoxyethanol? This chemical is a clear, colorless and flammable liquid that is used as a solvent. Solvents soften and […]
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What is Methylisothiazolinone (MIT): Toxic Chemical Free Living
What is methylisothiazolinone? Methylisothiazolinone (MIT) is a preservative that is found in a wide array of liquid cosmetics, personal care […]
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What is Methylchloroisothiazolinone (CMIT): Chemical Free Living
What is methylchloroisothiazolinone? Methylchloroisothiazolinone (CMIT) is a preservative that is found in a wide array of liquid cosmetics, personal care […]
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What is Cocamidopropyl Betaine: Chemical Free Living
What is cocamidopropyl betaine? Cocamidopropyl betaine is a synthetic detergent and surfactant that is used in personal care products, cosmetics […]
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What is Oxybenzone: Chemical Free Living
What is oxybenzone? Oxybenzone is a common ingredient found in 70% of all sunscreens and personal care products. It is […]
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What are Polysorbates: Chemical Free Living
What are polysorbates? Polysorbates are used in cleaners and personal care products as fragrance ingredients, emulsifying agents, and as surfactants […]
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What are Phthalates: Chemical Free Living
What are phthalates? Phthalates are a ubiquitous class of chemicals used in softeners, solvents, fragrances, plasticizers, and PVC or polyvinyl […]
