There are three kinds of UV (ultraviolet) light that comes from the sun. UVA has longer wavelengths and penetrates further into the dermis which is why it can cause DNA damage. UVB has shorter wavelengths and is responsible for sunburns. UVC has an even shorter wavelength, but is absorbed by our ozone layer so is not a cause for concern.
For awhile now I have been curious as to the toxicity of objects made out of “resin” or “polyresin”. These items are found everywhere. Items such as holiday ornaments, indoor and outdoor decorations ,and of course, children’s toys. Chemical substances such as 1,2-dichloroethane, or DCA, and trichloroethylene, or TCE leach …
Is greenwashing marketing as usual or a growing concern? First we need to ensure that we understand what it is. Merriam Webster defines it as “the act of misleading customers and potential customers into believing that a product or service is environmentally friendly.” Wikipedia defines it as “‘green sheen’, a …
There have been various reports suggesting that these two essential oils are endocrine disruptors as well as others that conclude the opposite. My own opinion on this matter is that there is more recent and conclusive evidence that these two essential oils are not endocrine disruptors. The original study coming …
