Hair product, or tasty treat?
"If you can't put it in your mouth," says Burt's Bees CEO John Replogle, "you shouldn't put it on your skin." Then, according to New York Times reporter Louise Story, he scoops out a fingerful of the...
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Chemicals in Food and Cosmetics Linked to Preterm Births and Low Birth Weight
A study of pregnant Brooklyn women led by the SUNY Downstate Medical Center links triclosan, an antibacterial agent common in personal care products, with preterm births and smaller newborns.
Toxic chemicals and you: In search of 'safe'
140,321,493 searches have been requested on EWG's Skin Deep cosmetics safety database since 2004 - and counting. That's a lot of searches, by a lot of people seeking safer personal care products...
EWG Fans More Than One Million Strong
Since 2006, Environmental Working Group has been building an email list of engaged consumers who sign up to get regular alerts about our latest research and practical tips to help them keep their...
5 New Year’s Resolutions for Healthier Living
Are you looking to make a clean start to 2021? If you're ready to start living cleaner and healthier, EWG is here to help. Take a look at some of our top resolutions, with resources to help you stick...
EWG News Roundup (2/7): California Bans Neurotoxic Pesticide, Endocrine Disruptors in Menstrual Products and More
EWG News Roundup (2/7): Here's some news you can use going into the weekend.
Teen Body Burden – Where Are They Now?
Six years ago, EWG tested the blood and urine of 20 young adults. We wanted to know whether teens would show higher levels of chemicals associated with cosmetics and other personal care products...
EWG’s News Roundup (8/25): Monsanto Takes Swipes at Science, EPA Chief Nuzzles Up to Big Ag
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EWG news roundup (1/27): FDA announces standards for toxic metals in baby food, NRC rejects PG&E’s request to revive license for unsafe Diablo Canyon nuclear plant and more
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EWG News Roundup (12/7): EWG Analyzes Korean Beauty Trends, Coal Consumption Plummets and More
EWG News Roundup (12/7): Here's some news you can use going into the weekend.
Pucker Up for a Dose of Lead
On Valentine's Day, sweethearts bestow millions of lipstick-stained kisses. But those smooches could include a dose of lead.
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What Scientists Say About Vitamin A in Sunscreen
New sunscreen rules will do away with the worst hype in sunscreen marketing. But they don't address concerns about ingredient safety, particularly a form of vitamin A which has become common in sunscreen and other skin products.
EWG news roundup (8/6): Bipartisan infrastructure deal includes $10 billion to target ‘forever chemicals,’ FDA falls short of banning PFAS in food packaging and more
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EWG News Roundup (8/20): 10 Ways the Trump Administration Has Made Life More Toxic, Racial Disparities Fueling COVID-19’s Force and More
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In Game-Changing Move, Unilever Will Disclose Fragrance Ingredients to Consumers
For decades, federal regulations have let companies use the word “fragrance” on soap, shampoo, skincare and other personal care product labels to hide the identity of multiple chemicals, many of them...
EWG News Roundup (8/27): Costly Algae Blooms, California Senate Spikes Lead Faucet Protection Bill and More
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Preventing Cancer: 9 Practical Tips for Consumers
By Jane Houlihan, EWG Senior V-P for Research Four of every 10 Americans will be diagnosed with cancer in their lifetimes, and two of every 10 will die of it. But there are some things you can do to...
Not in my cosmetics: The Series
If you love EWG's Skin Deep database, then this series is for you. If you've never even heard of our Skin Deep database, this series is also for you. And for pretty much anyone else on the planet who...
EWG News Roundup (8/2): Rich Farmers Get Bailed Out by Trump, Steps To Combat the PFAS Contamination Crisis and More
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EWG news roundup (1/21): USDA releases pesticide residue tests, CDC finds high levels of ‘forever chemical’ in W.Va. community’s blood and more
EWG news roundup (1/21): Here’s some news you can use going into the weekend.
EWG News Roundup (1/22): Toxic Pesticides That President Biden Should Target, EPA Takes Initial Steps To Regulate PFAS and More
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Tests Find PFAS Chemicals in Cosmetics at ‘Elevated Levels’
A new study from the Danish Environmental Protection Agency found toxic fluorinated, or PFAS, chemicals at high levels in nearly one-third of the cosmetics products it tested.
EU, U.S. will share safety data on cosmetics
Ever wonder about the safety of your imported cosmetics? Last week, the United States and the European Union agreed to trade information on safety of cosmetics. The agreement is planned in hopes of...