Safe Cosmetics?
Recently, Campaign for Safe Cosmetics, with the backing of congressional representatives, and even Holywood has launched another attempt at scaring consumers into thinking “big brother is watching out for you ”. Safe Cosmetics Act of 2010, sponsored by Reps. Jan Schakowsky, D-Ill., Ed Markey, D-Mass., and Tammy Baldwin, D-Wisc. Was introduced on Capitol Hill.
While the safe use of ingredients used in personal care products is of the utmost priority, this act will not, and cannot guarantee this. Charging an annual fee to companies with sales over $1,000,000 sounds good, but in reality, that only proves the companies can afford the fee, not that they are in compliance to rules and regulations! For those companies that cannot afford the fee? Simply put, they will be out of business………, but does that mean the company did not offer quality products with GRS – generally regarded as safe, ingredients? Not at all!
Personal Care Products Council’s president and chief executive officer, Lezlee Westine, stated: “For decades, the industry has had an impeccable safety record under the existing requirements implemented by FDA under the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act. Our products remain among the safest in the marketplace.” The FDA, Food and Drug Administration, has very explicit requirements for labeling cosmetic products, and the ingredients used in these products. Why then do we need more legislation, fees, and additional testing on ingredients already GRS – generally regarded as safe? Perhaps there is a hidden agenda?
Eliminate the competition …. What better way to eliminate the competition than by hiding under the pretense of protecting the consumer? And, think about it – this legislation does not include imported products. Imported products, today, and in the future”, still be allowed into our mainstream consumer market without having to adhere to the same regulations as US based businesses. Larger US manufacturing companies, with off-shore holdings, sitting as board members and advisors on off shore companies, and not having to comply with the same regulations as US only based companies.
Is the consumer being protected more? No! The unsuspecting consumer, thinking all these additional requirements will make their products safer, is being led down the path of political and monetary gain of large corporations, politicians, and very powerful tax-exempt organizations.
Once again, the possibility of a smaller business, to stay in business, is questionable. Once again, as a consumer, my choices would be limited to products manufactured by companies able to pay large fees, initiate records for additional testing, and still not be able to actually prove the ingredients used are not going to cause cancer!
Additional reading:
http://frwebgate.access.gpo.gov/cgi-bin/getdoc.cgi?dbname=111_cong_bills&docid=f:h5786ih.txt.pdf
http://www.indiebusinessblog.com/2010/07/21/the-safe-cosmetics-act-of-2010-has-been-introduced/
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Baby Bathtime
Bathtime for baby is another bonding experience that can be enjoyed by both baby and bath giver. A freshly bathed baby wrapped in a soft cotton towel and cuddled to the chest is one of the memorable moments that will be cherished for years to come. I can still remember the bathtime moments with my own children, who have sense grown into adults.
One important aspect of bathing your baby is the product(s) you choose to use on your baby’s delicate skin. There are many products available on the market today made especially for baby, please choose carefully and wisely.
Your baby only needs a gentle cleansing, with little, or no fragrance added; and oats added to your baby’s bathing experience softens the water and soothes the skin. A baby wash with oats is very gentle and soothing.
After bath, a gentle massage with a natural oil is another bonding time with baby. Caress and touch your baby. Convey your love and care by gently stoking and massaging the legs, arms, back, and little feet. This is not only a relaxing time for baby, but is also a valuable way to help your baby’s growth. Studies have shown there is a delay in development when a baby is not cuddled or touched.
When it is time to diaper and dress your precious little one, protect the diaper area with a natural skin protectant especially made for baby. This will help prevent a rash or irritation, along with frequent changes. The skin protectant will help repel moisture and help keep the amonia in the urine from irritating the skin.
A natural baby powder can also be used on your baby. Soft, silky, natural powder applied to baby’s skin can help relieve, or prevent, chaffing of delicate skin. Often, I get requests for some of “granma’s special powder” cause it “feels good“.
Melanie
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