Recent laboratory investigations have discovered some of the dangerous chemicals found in many fragrant products. Here are a few main points of concern:
- Laboratory tests found a total of 38 chemicals not listed on the labels in 17 name-brand fragrances.
- The average fragrance product contained 14 chemicals that were not disclosed on the label (along with another 15 that were listed).
- Fragrances commonly contain parabens, phthalates, and synthetic musks that may cause hormone disruption, reproductive problems, or possibly cancer.
- The exact ingredients in synthetic fragrances are protected as "trade secrets" and therefore do not have to be disclosed on the label.
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