
"Parabens are one of the most ubiquitous types of preservatives (in skin-care products),” says Christopher Gavigan, CEO of Healthy Child Healthy World. "When they enter the body [through the skin], they appear to mimic the horomone estrogen, which plays a role in the development of breast tumors." Gavigan recommends choosing paraben-free body washes, lotions and other cosmetics.
Parabens are not the beauty industry’s only dirty little secret. Many products rely on processed oils and other additives such as Mineral Oil, Sodium Lauryl Sulfate, Ammonium Lauryl Sulfate, Urea, Glycol, and Alcohol.
These substances primarily act upon the skin’s outermost layers, giving the impression that the skin has been moisturized but also inhibiting necessary processes like waste removal and the absorption of atmospheric oxygen. The consumer is led to believe that the skin is being nourished though quite the opposite is actually occurring.
The Solution utilizes a special air-free pump designed to minimize exposure to oxygen and environmental contaminants. This allows The Solution to use only natural preservatives. In contrast, consider that screw-top jars of beauty creams are constantly exposed to air and therefore can only be preserved with myriad synthetic chemicals.