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Article: First-Time Product Tests Find Harmful Phthalates in Many Popular Fragrances, Hair Products and Deodorants.
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- July 10, 2002
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WASHINGTON -- Christian Dior's Poison, Arrid Extra Extra Dry deodorant and Aqua Net Hair Spray are among many of the beauty and personal care products that contain one or more of the dangerous chemicals known as phthalates, according to Not Too Pretty, a report released today by the Environmental Working Group, Coming Clean and Health Care without Harm.
The groups contracted with a major national laboratory to test 72 name- brand, off-the-shelf beauty products for the presence of phthalates, a large family of industrial chemicals linked to birth defects in the male reproductive system. The lab found phthalates in 52 of the 72 products tested -- or 72%. Only one ...