June 8, 2006
Call to Elimnate Harsh Chemicals from Products Affecting Children’s Skin Barrier
New Research Highlights Affect of Airborne Allergens.
Researchers at the University of Dundee UK have recently discovered that airborne allergens such as pollens can cause
allergic reactions in skin which has been compromised through the removal of the skins’ protective fatty acid mantle.
The latest edition of The New Scientist confirmed the importance of a well functioning skin barrier to prevent allergic
skin disorders later in life.
"These results confirm that it is vitally important children’s skin is not exposed to harsh synthetic chemicals such as
Sodium Lauryl Sulphate which may lead to an overactive immune system and serious skin problems later in life,” said
Malcolm Rands from Ecostore NZ.
“Our research shows that it is imperative that children's delicate skin is protected from the outset as young babies
produce only a small amount of protective sebum,”
Harsh synthetic chemicals can strip away the skins natural fatty acid layer leaving the skin open to potential
allergens.
“For over ten years we have been researching and developing products which are natural to the skin and enhance and
protect the skins natural protective layers,” continued Mr Rands
"We want these most recent research findings to encourage other manufacturers to remove potentially dangerous chemicals
from mainstream cleaning, cosmetic and personal care products"
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http://www.greenpeace.org.uk/Products/Toxics/index.cfm
http://www.chemicalbodyburden.org/
http://www.ewg.org/reports/skindeep/?key=nosign