New information has been released about phthalates in baby lotions and shampoos. It’s not easy to avoid phthalates. Kids Bath Blog presented several steps to help you avoid using products loaded with phthalates.
You can identify phthalates in some products by their chemical names:
· DBP (di-n-butyl phthalate) and DEP (diethyl phthalate) are often found in personal care products, including nail polishes, deodorants, perfumes and cologne, aftershave lotions, shampoos, hair gels and hand lotions.
· DEHP (di-(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate or Bis (2-ethylhexyl) phthalate) is used in PVC plastics, including some medical devices. BzBP (benzylbutyl phthalate) is used in some flooring, car products and personal care products.
· DMP (dimethyl phthalate) is used in insect repellent and some plastics (as well as rocket propellant).
