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Nano-particles in the skin care and cosmetics – should be concerned

Recently, the manufacturer of ingredients Kobo dioxide released a range of of nano titanium and zinc oxide UV filters for use in sunscreens.

The company found that many consumers are concerned about potential health risks of nanoparticles in cosmetics, skin care and sunscreens.

Fears have been expressed in many parts of this technology is being increasingly used in the products we apply to our skin and is racing ahead of the research being done to find out if there are repercussions.

Some studies have concluded that in healthy skin, these tiny particles are unlikely to cross the skin barrier and enter the body system.

Other Researchers have found in their experiments that the nanoparticles do indeed penetrate deeper and found that accumulate in the organs. Quoted in an article published in The Economist, November 2007: –

"Animal research suggests that nanoparticles may even avoid some of the systems natural body defense and accumulate in the brain, cells, blood and nerves "

In a study by the University of California, Los Angeles, researchers have found a potential risk of cancer and genetic disorders who work with high concentrations of titanium dioxide nanoparticles.

Consumers are advised to avoid food dyes, additives, vitamins and nonessential drugs that contain this ingredient and protective spray solar and these particles can be inhaled.

More human studies are needed to really understand the effects of nanoparticles dioxide titanium, according to scientists. "Some people may be more sensitive to exposure to nano than others. I think that the toxicity of nanoparticles has not studied enough, "said Robert Schiesti, one of the authors of the article published in the Journal of Cancer Research (1)

It seems that no labeling requirements in most countries, and consumers are not even informed when using products containing nanoparticles.

In March 2010 the UK Government's nanotechnology strategy was launched with the aim of developing the technology to benefit the economy and consumers. The strategy of plans to overcome barriers to growth of technology and is committed to mandatory labeling of nanoparticles in cosmetic products for the year 2013.

The British magazine "What?" has criticized the strategy, saying the British government "… has eluded some central issues about nanotechnology, such as the need for a mandatory reporting system and plugging loopholes in the investigation, "said Peter Vickery-Smith Director general of "What?" He continued, "This strategy is supposed to provide clear guidance to promote this technology forward – instead, the government has rehashed old news and not to act on many concerns "

The Journal of consumers believe it should be a pre-assessment market and approval of products developed using nanotechnology and information plan mandatory for companies that use nanoparticles as ingredients.

In some countries debate about the safety of nanotechnology has become volatile. French environmental group et Main d'Oeuvre parts (PTO) have always protested at meetings held to discuss the technology. Organized by the Public Debate Commission held from 09 October until 10 January of the PTO meetings claim has upset all the important decisions have been made.

German citizens have been warned by Germany Federal Environment Agency (UBA) against the use of products containing nanoparticles, while the risks to the environment remains unknown.

UBA says there are major data gaps that need to be explored in terms of human health and the environment despite the German government created a commission of nanotechnology. The body of the UBA believes that the first step in a legal framework should be mandatory labeling and a record to the list of all products containing nano. This would provide development transparent technology, there are over 800 companies in Germany produced a large number of consumer products that contain nanoparticles. These products include cosmetics and sunscreen.

The agency is far from condemning all nano sciences. Nano plastics for automobiles and aircraft weight reduction improves the efficiency fuel.

A research team from the EPA is investigating the use of nanomaterials, including titanium dioxide used in cosmetics.

A recent study at the Institute of Biomedical Sciences in Northern Ireland has shown a possible link between nanoparticles and disorders brain such as Alzheimer's and Parkinson's disease.

increasing amounts of nanoparticles are finding their way into wastewater current personal care and cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, food and industrial waste. It is largely unknown how these small particles interact with the current treatment of wastewater systems.

Do not know about you, but I think we have to be very worried about nanotechnology and the apparent lack of checks and balances world wide.

At least, consumers should be concise labeling of products containing nanoparticles in ingredients so informed choices can be made by the individual.

If everyone in the world is shaken, and not just those that are often labeled as 'rookies' in a derogatory manner, but scientists and researchers who work in life is to test anomalies could then be a good idea to get behind them and press our respective

About the Author

Karen Armitage has been in the beauty and hairdressing industry for almost 40 years. She was horrified to discover that 89% of ingredients used in cosmetics are not tested for safety by any independent governing body. For free reports on what many be in your skin care products: www.nochemicalcosmetics.com

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