Nasty Nine #1 - What is mineral oil and why it’s not safe to use?

MINERAL OIL
Mineral oil is a byproduct of the distillation process to produce gasoline. Personally, that's enough information for us to decide it shouldn't go on our skin, but mineral oil has been used in skincare and cosmetics for a long time due to its ability to prevent moisture loss. (Ever hear of Vaseline, paw paw ointment, baby oil or petroleum jelly?) Mineral oil acts like cling wrap on the skin, locking in moisture. What this means, though, is that it also traps in sweat and dirt, clogging pores and increasing the likelihood of acne and infection. Even the so-called 'cosmetic-grade' mineral oil is listed as comedogenic, meaning it clogs pores. The cherry on the top of this "no thanks" sundae, though, is that it adds nothing to your skin. Mineral oil does not provide moisture itself nor does it contain nutrients that are beneficial for your skin. (In fact, there is evidence that mineral oil is one of the largest contaminants of the human body.) So why use a pore-clogging possible contaminant on your skin when there are so many 100% natural oils, butters and extracts that can do it actual good?

SUBSCRIBE to Vanessa Megan: xxxx

KEEP UP WITH VANESSA MEGAN:

ABOUT VANESSA MEGAN:
In 2001, Vanessa Megan Gray Lyndon, founder and formulator of Vanessa Megan™, was inspired by a comment from her best friend that ‘you should never put anything on your skin you couldn’t eat.’ This simple concept motivated extensive research into biochemistry and led Vanessa to the discovery of the multitude of synthetic materials found in the products we use on our bodies every day. Studying the power of natural extracts and oils, she began creating skincare and perfume from natural, wild harvested and bioavailable ingredients. Thus, the Vanessa Megan™ brand was born with the goal of getting natural skincare onto every body and into every home. More than a decade on, Vanessa is known for her uncompromising commitment to clean, synthetic free skincare and Vanessa Megan™ is considered an Australian pioneer and leader in certified organic skincare. Now trading in premium department stores internationally and boasting the same efficacy results as iconic skincare brands. With the future in mind, Vanessa Megan™ offers more than vegan, cruelty free, organic and sustainable brand values- we offer natural skincare that works. Our streamlined skin specialist range has been perfected to benefit all skin types and has been tried and proven to solve any skin concern. These remarkable, award winning formulations return skin to its true foundation, creating dermal harmony while remaining genuinely good enough to eat.

[jakesterr]

Misinformation like this should have a warning label.
Please take a few minutes to learn the facts about food/pharmaceutical grade mineral oil.