Toxic Chemicals in Hair Dye: Phenylenediamine (PPD) is Not the Only One.
Heavy oncological toxins include coal tar derivatives, para-phenylenediamine (PPD), (which can also cause blindness), also bezenediamine dihydrochloride, and aminonline dihydrochloride.
Additional list of toxic chemicals in hair dye¹:
Resorcinol receives a rating of 8 (out of 10) for hazard at the Cosmetics Safety Database. It is classified by the European Union as harmful, irritant to eyes and skin and dangerous for the environment.
Ammonia is less toxic than resorcinol but is an irritant to the skin, eyes and respiratory system, and can cause asthma and breathing difficulties.
Persulfates: Sodium, potassium and ammonium sulfates are present in hair dyes and bleaches, and are used in concentrations of up to 60%. However, concentrations of only 17.5% have been shown to irritate skin, and persulfates are also toxic when the fumes are inhaled, causing asthma and lung damage (Pang and Fiume, 2001).
Hydrogen peroxide is used in hair bleaches. It is corrosive, and has been banned from cosmetic use in Japan and restricted in Canada. Animal studies have shown it has toxic effects on the nervous system, respiratory and digestive systems at low doses (1974). Other studies on animals have also shown that hydrogen peroxide can damage DNA, possibly leading to cancer.
Lead acetate is present in some hair coloring products used for gradual darkening, and is another potentially toxic chemical. Lead has well-known damaging effects on the brain and nervous system.
4-ABP has been linked to development of cancer.
List of Hair Dye Substances Banned in Europe
It’s extremely important to read the labels of hair dye products. The European Commission² banned many toxic chemicals commonly used in hair dye products (in the USA). Please refer to the list of 179 banned hair dye substances³ below and make sure you keep safe from toxic chemicals.
Choose a Safer Alternative: PPD-Free Hair Dye
Use an all-natural plant-based hair color dye to promote natural beauty. Fortunately, a nontoxic alternative to synthetic hair colorants does exist: Lustrous Henna ® 100% Natural Hair Dye.
² Hair Dye Products -European Commission
³ List of 179 Banned Hair Dye Substances
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Author: L.J. O'Neal, writer and researcher. (L.J. is also a Lustrous Henna® user.)
©2012. L.J. O’Neal. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.
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