202 - Fragrance & Mica: Beauty's Ugly Side

In this episode, we uncover two troubling issues in the beauty industry - the fragrance loophole and unethical mica sourcing.

The Fragrance Loophole

Fragrance/parfum listings allow brands to hide hundreds of synthetic chemicals like phthalates, allergens, and even toxins.
This loophole exempts fragrances from full disclosure for "trade secret" reasons.
But it prevents consumers from knowing what they are really exposed to and causes rising rates of fragrance sensitivities.
Look for products transparently labeled as "fragrance free" or brands that voluntarily disclose all fragrance ingredients. Essential oils are also a good option when the full breakdown is provided.

Unethical Mica Sourcing

About 60% of the world's mica comes from illegal mines in India using child labor.
Children as young as 5 work in dangerous conditions for less than $2 a day.
Major brands still don't have full traceability over their mica supply chains.
Consumers should support responsibly sourced mica from audited suppliers and regulated locations.

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