A quick swipe of sunscreen, a spritz of hairspray, and a splash of perfume, your morning makeup routine may seem minimal and harmless. But did you know that you could have already come in contact with potentially harmful chemicals? Phthalates, commonly found in several everyday makeup products, could be gradually entering your body.
Phthalates are colorless, odorless chemicals often called plasticizers used in cosmetics and personal care products. The most common types of phthalates include dibutylphthalate (DBP), used in nail polishes to reduce cracking, dimethylphthalate (DMP), found in hair sprays to create a flexible film, and diethylphthalate (DEP), used as a solvent and fixative in fragrances.
