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Phthalates Free Cosmetics
Phthalates are a family of chemical compounds used as either a bonding agent, or else as a means of making plastics more flexible.
You'll find them used in a range of different everyday items, from food packaging to flooring. What we're most interested in, though, is their appearance in our cosmetics, fragrances and personal-care products, and why it is worth going phthalates free.
See our phthalates free guide to answer your questions like are fragrances phthalates free and why do we need phthalates free beauty products.
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REN Vita Mineral Omega 3 Optimum Skin Oil

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St Tropez Gradual Tan In Shower Lotion

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Hourglass Vanish Seamless Foundation Stick

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Fenty Beauty Match Stix Matte Skinstick

This Works Perfect Cleavage Firming Lotion

Sunday Riley Ceramic Slip Cleanser

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Isle of Paradise Self Tanning Water

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Olaplex No.6 Bond Smoother

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This Works Sleep Balm

TAN-LUXE Instant Hero Self Tan

OUAI Finishing Creme

Fenty Beauty Killawatt Freestyle Highlighter

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Honest Beauty Depuff Eye Gel

Herbivore Pink Clay Cleansing Bar Soap

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Summer Fridays R+R Mask

Olaplex No.7 Bonding Oil

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OUAI Treatment Masque

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Coola Sunless Tan Dry Oil Mist

Milk Makeup Flex Foundation Stick

Summer Fridays Super Amino Gel Cleanser

This Works Deep Sleep Pillow Spray

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Amika The Wizard Detangling Primer

Real Techniques Brush Cleanser

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OUAI Leave In Conditioner

Fenty Beauty Pro Filt'r Hydrating Primer

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Sunday Riley U.F.O. Ultra-Clarifying Face Oil

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Frequently Asked Questions about Phthalates Free products
Why do we need phthalates free beauty products?
In recent years, researchers have linked phthalates to a number of different health concerns, including asthma, obesity, breast cancer, type 2 diabetes and male fertility issues. This had led to the creation of phthalates free products.
How easy is it to go phthalates free?
In short, it’s near impossible. Given that they crop up in anything from spices to milk, attempting to lead a wholly phthalates free lifestyle would see you run into some fairly hefty logistical issues.
For all that, the beauty industry has recently overseen a huge upsurge in the number of brands producing phthalates free products. This means that, if you’re looking to minimize the number of potentially harmful chemicals in your life, the world of skin care and cosmetics at least allows for an element of control.
Are fragrances phthalates free?
Very often, a product that contains the word ‘fragrance’ or ‘parfum’ in its ingredient list will contain some level of phthalates and therefore not be phthalates free. If you’re taking steps to remove the chemical from your life, then look for the terms ‘unscented’ and ‘fragrance free’.
What kinds of beauty products are phthalates free?
Just as almost any type of cosmetic or personal care product can contain the chemicals, so too can almost every type easily go without. Anything from facial oils to night creams to lip balms can be labeled as phthalates free. You’ll often find that brands with a focus on natural and organic ingredients tend to produce more phthalate free formulas.

Written by Rebecca Jenkinson, Beauty Writer