This or That? Fragrance or unscented?
Fragrance or unscented?
At first glance, one would think, "Unscented!" Hey, the less chemicals, the better, right?
Well, unfortunately, it's a bit trickier than that. According to the Environmental Working Group (EWG), fragrances are indeed added chemicals and manufacturers are not required to list the chemicals that make up the fragrance (as not to give away the trade secrets). According to EWG, phthalates are often found in "fragrance," and are known to be hormone disruptors.
However, choosing products that are "Unscented" doesn't quite solve the dilemma either. "Unscented" may mean that the manufacturer has simply added a fragrance to mask the original odor.
The best choice is to choose "Fragrance-Free."
At first glance, one would think, "Unscented!" Hey, the less chemicals, the better, right?
Well, unfortunately, it's a bit trickier than that. According to the Environmental Working Group (EWG), fragrances are indeed added chemicals and manufacturers are not required to list the chemicals that make up the fragrance (as not to give away the trade secrets). According to EWG, phthalates are often found in "fragrance," and are known to be hormone disruptors.
However, choosing products that are "Unscented" doesn't quite solve the dilemma either. "Unscented" may mean that the manufacturer has simply added a fragrance to mask the original odor.
The best choice is to choose "Fragrance-Free."
For more information on fragrance, see the EWG's Enviroblog or search their cosmetics database for "Fragrance-Free" products.
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