Natural living spa products are made with natural ingredients and are believed to be safer and more beneficial for the skin. However, not all natural ingredients are safe, and some synthetic ingredients can be beneficial as well. Here are some details about natural and synthetic ingredients in spa products:
Positive aspects of natural ingredients:
- Made with natural ingredients that are believed to be safer and more beneficial for the skin.
- Many natural ingredients are rich in antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals that can nourish and protect the skin.
Negative aspects of natural ingredients:
- Some natural ingredients can cause allergic reactions or skin irritation.
- Poison ivy is an example of a natural ingredient that is always going to be an undesirable skincare ingredient.
Positive aspects of synthetic ingredients:
- Some synthetic ingredients can be more effective than natural ingredients in treating certain skin conditions.
- Synthetic ingredients can be more stable and have a longer shelf life than natural ingredients.
Negative aspects of synthetic ingredients:
- Some synthetic ingredients have been linked to cancer or reproductive harm.
- Synthetic fragrances can cause skin reactions and contain petrochemicals.
Ingredients or materials to avoid:
- Fragrances, flavors, and color additives, even though not required by FDA to be identified on product labels, are not exempt from reporting requirements.
- Heavy metals (lead, arsenic, cadmium, mercury) are among the hazardous ingredients that have been reported in cosmetics products.
- Formaldehyde is a harmful ingredient that is currently on the Canadian Cosmetic Ingredient Hotlist.
- Companies are not required to list incidental ingredients, which might be residual from processing or be impurities of other ingredient mixtures.
Overall, it is important to read the ingredient list carefully and choose products that are made with safe and beneficial ingredients.
