Play it safe: How to choose better personal care products for the family


By AGENCY
  • Family
  • Wednesday, 21 Feb 2024

To prevent diaper rash, change diapers frequently, clean skin gently and use a fragrance-free diaper cream (such as zinc oxide-based products). — Dreamstime/TNS

EVERY day, we all use many personal care products such as soaps, lotion, hair products and toothpaste. Some of these products can contain chemicals such as phthalates, which have been linked to health effects, such as interfering with the hormone system.

While safer options are becoming more available on store shelves, stronger federal policies are needed to ensure all personal care products are safe and accessible.

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