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Certain cosmetics products can damage your skin. Here are a few ingredients that should be on everyone’s alert list.

Formaldehyde: This potentially irritating preservative is normally absorbed into the skin and can cause allergic reaction, headaches and even asthma. Read labels carefully and watch out for products that might trigger an adverse reaction.
Found In: Nail polish, shampoos, soaps, skin creams.

Sodium Lauryl Sulfate: This detergent has been linked to eye irritations, skin rashes and allergic reactions. The biggest problems occur when it is mixed with other chemicals because it can form carcinogenic compounds. Minimize the risk by using with SLS sparingly and rinsing off quickly afterwards
Found In: Shampoos, bubble baths, toothpastes and lotions.

Alpha-Hydroxy Acids: AHAs increase the skin’s sensitivity to the sun by as much as 50%, leaving you to exposed to accelerated skin ageing and the possibility of skin cancer. Use AHAs at a concentration than is less than 10%.
Found In: Moisturizers, toners, cleansers, masks, and age-spot removers.

Mineral Oil: A petroleum derivatives, it has been linked to everything from clogged pores to cancer. Its density does not allow skin to breath. Avoid this product completely.
Found In: Makeup removers, lipstick, lotions.