S02 E18 – The Dark Side of Skincare: Uncovering Toxic Ingredients

In this eye-opening episode of The Clear Skin Chronicles, our Licensed Esthetician, Ashley Shkodra, joins us to uncover the hidden hazards lurking in your beauty and personal care products. We unpack the truth about harmful ingredients such as parabens and phthalates, which can disrupt hormones and pose serious health risks. Through personal experience and expert insights, we guide you through the murky waters of product labels, shedding light on deceptive practices that could be affecting your well-being. 

The conversation takes a practical turn as we share our favourite non-toxic alternatives for cosmetics, skincare, and household cleaning, from the simplest pantry solutions to trusted brands that prioritize your health. We discuss the risks of chemical-based sunscreens and the benefits of essential oil perfumes. We are on a mission to equip you with knowledge to make safer, smarter choices in your daily routine, prioritizing your inner health!

Ready to detoxify your life and embrace a cleaner, greener beauty regime? Tune into this must-listen episode! Don’t forget to arm yourself with useful apps like EWG and Think Dirty for a healthier lifestyle, and let’s champion conscious consumerism together!

In this episode, we discuss:

• Safe skincare products for acne, ensuring a clearer and healthier complexion.
• The health impacts of harmful skincare ingredients, empowering you to make informed choices for your well-being.
• EWG verified beauty brands, guiding you towards safer and more conscious skincare options.
• Natural alternatives to popular beauty products, embracing a healthier and more sustainable skincare routine.
• The effects of parabens and phthalates on health — equipping you to make conscious decisions for your skin’s long-term wellness.

Additional Resources:

• Blog: Toxic Ingredients In Your Skincare Products
• Blog: How to Pick an SPF for Acne
• Brands: ATTITUDE, Cosmedix, Eminence, Osmosis Beauty, Skin Essence, Three Ships
• SPF: Color Science, CLEARSTEM, Super Goop
• Perfume: 7 Virtues, Clean Reserve, doTERRA, Maroma Perfume Oils

Please don’t use petroleum or vaseline on your face for glowy skin. If you want glowy skin, just let us know and we’ll help you otherwise, but just don’t use Vaseline or petroleum jelly, period.

Ashley Shkodra

Key Episode Moments:

• 00:00:03 – Introduction to The Clear Skin Chronicles
• 00:01:12 – Personal Experience with Toxic Ingredients
• 00:08:39 – Impact of Toxic Ingredients
• 00:09:50 – Common Toxic Ingredients
• 00:12:15 – Dangers of Vaseline
• 00:12:57 – The Absorbable Vaginal Canal
• 00:14:19 – The Self-Cleaning Vagina
• 00:14:43 – The Hidden Dangers of Fragrance
• 00:20:35 – The Impact of Parabens
• 00:22:20 – The Risks of Phthalates
• 00:25:27 – Nourishing the Skin Barrier
• 00:26:28 – Environmental Impact
• 00:28:26 – Sunscreen Safety
• 00:29:47 – Navigating Skincare Resources
• 00:36:39 – Personal Care Choices
• 00:37:48 – Using Natural Cleaning Products
• 00:39:29 – Cleaner Perfume Options
• 00:41:23 – Alternative Fragrance Options
• 00:42:47 – Being a Health Detective
• 00:43:53 – Final Thoughts and Recommendations

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