Cancer is playing hide in seek... here's where to look


 Imagine this… You and your friends are headed out for girl's night, you’re all getting ready in the bathroom gluing on your strip lashes; little do you and your friends know you are putting one of the leading carcinogens right on your lash line.

What is this scary carcinogen? - formaldehyde 

Formaldehyde is a common chemical used as a preservative and sanitizer, it can be found in many households across the globe. Scientists and researchers have proven Formaldehyde, commonly known as Methanal, to be a carcinogen. This chemical is highly toxic, an irritant, and generally terrible for human health; not to mention your furry friends as well! 

Formaldehyde is great at hiding because it goes by many names, and can also be a byproduct of other chemicals being exposed to oxygen. The most common places to find it are in furniture, glues, wood, clothing, cleaning products, and cosmetics.

Despite being a wonderful preservative and disinfectant, I hope you consider reading the ingredients on your lash glue or your dish soap next time. 

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