Lipstick lovers beware!Drop-Dead Gorgeous: Protecting Yourself from the Hidden Dangers of Cosmetics (Contemporary Books, $16.95), by E contributor Kim Erickson, makes you think twice before "putting on your face." The book exposes the cosmetic industry's use of synthetic chemicals in products that offer the promise of youth and beauty. Consumers are warned about the "nine deadly ingredients" commonly found in cosmetics. One is formaldehyde formaldehyde (fôrmăl`dəhīd'), HCHO, the simplest aldehyde. It melts at −92°C;, boils at −21°C;, and is soluble in water, alcohol, and ether; at STP, it is a flammable, poisonous, colorless gas with a suffocating , which may cause lung cancer lung cancer, cancer that originates in the tissues of the lungs. Lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer death in the United States in both men and women. Like other cancers, lung cancer occurs after repeated insults to the genetic material of the cell. and other serious complications with prolonged pro·long tr.v. pro·longed, pro·long·ing, pro·longs 1. To lengthen in duration; protract. 2. To lengthen in extent. exposure. Drop-Dead Gorgeous also lists a number of companies offering personal care items that are safe and nontoxic for both the buyer and the environment. Furthermore, Erickson includes easy-to-follow recipes and beautification beau·ti·fy tr. & intr.v. beau·ti·fied, beau·ti·fy·ing, beau·ti·fies To make or become beautiful. beau secrets that will enhance you, both inside and out. |
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