Learn more bout the Ugly Truth of 'Synthetic Fragrance' in our Perfume
Learn more bout the Ugly Truth of 'Synthetic Fragrance' in our Daily Products
Last week, I was accompany my friend visiting from Hong Kong, and she wanted to shop for some tailor-made perfume for a common friend, who highly recommended a store here in Singapore. I was interested at first, and wanted to check it out. It was in a pretty charming vintage-ly looking shop, with the owner looking like a hippie chemist playing with bottles of scented liquid. However, because I have a very sensitive nose, and have been adapted to smelling mostly pure essential oils since last year, my sinus will act up when there is synthetic elements in the air! So I honestly asked the owner (a.k.a. the perfume artist) if the materials he used are all 100% natural. He answered me frankly that in most of the perfume oils blend, half are synthetic fragrance. Only some are pure essential oils without stating information about their grades and sources.I was turned off already when I heard the word "synthetic fragrance!
When the topic of synthetic perfume comes up, this list of questions may be helpful for you to make a right lifestyle choice that contribute significantly to your well being:
Q: Do you know exactly what are the ingredients that go into that pretty little bottle of perfume you purchased?
Q: Have you ever wondered why these ingredients are not at all being disclosed for almost every mass produced perfume?
Q: Do you aware what it means by "fragrance" as seen on the product label?
Q: Do you have migraines, headaches, respiratory allergies or skin rashes, and not knowing what caused it?
Q: A bottle of perfume can easily cost you more than $100USD, have you ever wondered if there is more natural alternative that are more affordable and actually beneficial to your health?
Q: Do you wish you could create your own signature perfume that fits all your personal preference and also bring along healing effect to what your body and mind need?
Q: Do you wish you could create your own signature perfume that fits all your personal preference and also bring along healing effect to what your body and mind need?
Here is an extract from Dr.Axe that explain why is "Synthetic Fragrance" so bad for you:
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| How synthetic fragrance affect our body and health negatively. |
"The dangers of synthetic scents aren’t always evident, but we have the science to prove that everyone, regardless of age or health, needs to make avoiding fake fragrances a major priority.
A National Academy of Sciences points out some vital facts: About 95 percent of chemicals used in synthetic fragrances are derived from petroleum (crude oil). They include benzene derivatives (carcinogenic), aldehydes, toluene and many other known toxic chemicals linked to cancer, birth defects, central nervous system disorders and allergic reactions. Unfortunately, 30 years later, toxic ingredients continue turn up in products we use and breathe in on a daily basis. Some of the worst toxic ingredients used in lotions, shampoos, laundry detergents, cleaning products and so much more include synthetic scents, often listed as on labels as the elusive “fragrance.” And many on the list are known or suspected endocrine disruptors, compounds that tinker with hormonal health that can trigger weight gain and even set you up for diseases decades down the line.
A National Academy of Sciences points out some vital facts: About 95 percent of chemicals used in synthetic fragrances are derived from petroleum (crude oil). They include benzene derivatives (carcinogenic), aldehydes, toluene and many other known toxic chemicals linked to cancer, birth defects, central nervous system disorders and allergic reactions. Unfortunately, 30 years later, toxic ingredients continue turn up in products we use and breathe in on a daily basis. Some of the worst toxic ingredients used in lotions, shampoos, laundry detergents, cleaning products and so much more include synthetic scents, often listed as on labels as the elusive “fragrance.” And many on the list are known or suspected endocrine disruptors, compounds that tinker with hormonal health that can trigger weight gain and even set you up for diseases decades down the line.
Avoiding the dangers of synthetic scents is crucial. It’s something I need you to share with your family and friends. When a company puts “fragrance” on the label, don’t be tricked. This is a catch-all term actually can stand for thousands of different ingredients (literally, at least 3,000). And when you use a product containing “fragrance” or “parfum,” all of those mysterious ingredients are absorbed right into your bloodstream. These ingredients are predominantly made from chemicals and are just outright toxic for your health in so many ways..." (Read More)
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