Do You Know the Dangers About This About Johnson and Johnson Baby Shampoo?

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Ammonium Lauryl Sulfate (ALS) and Sodium Lauryl Sulfate (SLS) are the most common primary or secondary detergents found in commercial shampoo formulas, usually in a concentration of roughly 4-5%, although there can be wide variations between different brands of shampoo. What is the difference between these two ingredients and should you be looking for one or the other in the shampoo you choose for your hair?

Sodium lauryl sulfate can cause an itchy scalp in some people. This is especially common if you suffer from eczema because it strips the skin of essential oils. That is not surprising because it is used worldwide for clinical testing as a primary skin irritant. This way scientist can test the effectiveness of healing agents on irritated skin. Simply using shampoo without sodium sulfate can help resolve itchy scalp problems.

Although SLES is somewhat less irritating than Sodium Lauryl Sulfate, it cannot be metabolised by the liver and its effects are therefore much longer-lasting.

After water, the greatest concentration of ingredients in shampoo are detergents. These are used, of course, to help lift oil and dirt from your hair when you wash it.

In terms of chemists working up a formula for a shampoo, the biggest difference between the two is how soluble they are in water. Compared to SLS, ALS is over three times more soluble in water, which makes it a good choice for chemists in formulating clear or colourless products.

Is either ingredient toxic? Both ALS and SLS share similar toxicity and pH profiles. So if you have an urge to drink your shampoo or rub it into your eyes, the effects will be the same. Basically, they will both taste awful, are very unlikely make you sick, and sting quite a bit if you leave it in your eyes for over four seconds. In terms of long lasting effects, however, because both ingredients are so soluble in water, they rinse away quickly and easily and leave no residue on your hair or skin.

Other Hazardous Ingredients to Watch Out for

Four years ago, the Environmental Working Group (EWG) surveyed 3,300 parents and compared the baby products they used to lists of chemicals known to cause allergies, hormone disruption, damage to the nervous system, and cancer. Their review revealediv that children are exposed to about 27 chemical ingredients on a daily basis that have never been assessed for safety. Not by the industry, nor by the government. Examples of hazardous ingredients and baby products from that review include:

2 bromo, 2 nitropropane, and 3-DIOL: Can cause allergies and skin irritations. In certain products, these ingredients can also break down to form other cancer-causing agents
Sodium borate, found in Desitin diaper cream, can accumulate in your child’s brain and liver, causing detrimental health effects
Oxybenzone, a common ingredient in sunscreen, can trigger allergies, and may disrupt a child’s delicate hormone system
Interestingly, 89 percent of products labeled “Recommended by doctor” were found to be some of the worst offenders, containing some of the most dangerous chemicals!

The 2007 EWG study also determined that:v

82 percent of children are exposed every week to one or more ingredients with the potential to harm the brain and nervous system.
69 percent of children are exposed every week to one or more ingredients that may disrupt the hormone system.
3.6 percent of children are exposed to ingredients with strong data linking them to cancer, including chemicals classified as known or probable human carcinogens.
80 percent of children’s products marked as gentle and non-irritating contain ingredients linked to allergies and skin or eye irritation according to government and industry sources.
Evaluate Ingredients Before You Buy.

Shampoos are among the most frequently reported products to the FDA. Reports include eye irritation, scalp irritation, tangled hair, swelling of the hands, face and arms and split and fuzzy hair. The main cause of these problems is sodium lauryl sulfate.If you buy special shampoo for your baby, the last thing you’d expect it to contain would be known or suspected carcinogens.

In terms of how they work in your hair removing dirt and oil, they are the same. Recognised as effective detergents, both are particularly good at lifting oily dirt.

The issue of potential toxins lurking in shampoos, soaps, lotions, and other personal care products is a serious one, as your skin readily absorbs these chemicals, allowing them directly into your blood stream. When absorbed, they can actually do more harm than if you were to swallow them.

I strongly recommend switching over to organic brands of toiletries, including children’s personal care products. You can usually find a good variety at either your local health food store, or by searching online. Keep in mind that not all products marked “natural” or “organic” are in fact wholly natural or organic, as “greenwashing” has become increasingly pervasive.

It’s unfortunate, but personal care products, including those specifically designed for babies, can contain a number of hazardous ingredients. Other common culprits to avoid include:

Any chemical that includes the clauses “xynol,” “ceteareth,” and “oleth”
Diethanolamine or DEA, a potentially cancer-causing agent. DEA also readily reacts with nitrite preservatives and contaminants to create nitrosodiethanolamine (NDEA), a known and potent carcinogen. The chemical also appears to block absorption of the nutrient choline, which is vital to brain development
Propylene Glycol. Despite the fact the material safety data sheet warns users to avoid skin contact with propylene glycol as it is a strong skin irritant and can also cause liver abnormalities and kidney damage, it’s a common ingredient in shampoos
Parabens. These preservatives may be listed on the label as methyl paraben, ethyl paraben, propyl paraben, butyl paraben, isobutyl paraben, or E216. They have shown particularly troubling links to cancer.Studies have shown that parabens can affect your body much like estrogens, which can lead to diminished muscle mass, extra fat storage, and male gynecomastia (breast growth). Other studies have also linked parabens tobreast cancer, as researchers found traces of parabens in every sample of tissue taken from 20 different breast tumors. The EPA has linked methyl parabens in particular to metabolic, developmental, hormonal, and neurological disorders, as well as various cancers
Average Baby Exposed to Dozens of Potentially Unsafe Chemicals Daily

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