Have you looked at your comestic labels lately? I was astonished to learn about several potentially harmful chemicals in the everyday products I use. Have a look at this article about Methylparabens.

Co-op America has an excellent read about the ugly side of cosmetics.

Visit Campaign for Safe Cosmetics and also check out the ratings of products you are using now, free, at Cosmetic Database.

If all of this is confusing, the wonderful folks at Ideal Bite, put together a handy wallet guide to keep with you.