phthalates | known endocrine disruptors that increase the risk of breast cancer, fertility issues, + other health problems

 

chemicals found on the California’s proposition 65 list | a range of naturally occurring + synthetic chemicals that are listed for cancer or reproductive harm, or both

 

carcinogens | these are materials known or thought to cause cancer.

 

mutagens | materials that change the DNA of a cell, harming the cell + causing diseases like cancer

 

reproductive toxins | toxins that adversely affect reproductive organs + increase the risk of birth defects

 

organ toxins | toxins that can cause adverse effects or disease within specific bodily organs

 

acute toxins | toxins that can cause adverse effects from a single exposure

 

sulfates | toxins that can reduce lung function + aggravate asthma symptoms

 

parabens | chemicals that are similar estrogen + disrupt the normal functioning of the endocrine system