Used as inhibitors of microbial growth and to extend shelf life of cosmetics. Widely used even though it is known to be toxic. Has caused many allergic reactions and skin rashes. Methyl paraben combines benzoic acid with the methyl group of chemicals. Toxic synthetic chemical. (See Benzoic Acid).
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Kojic Acid Brightening Créme
10% Glycolic Acid Créme
BLACK Hypoallergenic Mascara
Advanced Retinol Serum
Facial Firming Serum (5% DMAE Concentrate)
Eye Gelee Concentrate
Elastin + DMAE Night Créme
Antioxidant Day Créme
Firming Eye Serum
INTERCELL™ Hyaluronic Acid Day Créme
High Potency Collagen Serum
Vitamin K Créme
High Potency Vitamin C Serum
Advanced Peptide Plus
Calming Renewal Serum
Vitamin E Oil E-Stick
Firming Facial Créme with Alpha Lipoic Acid + Vitamin C Ester + DMAE