Trash your lipstick if you see these two chemicals

Written by: Deepa Reviewed by: Dr. Swati Mishra 20 August 2025

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Why Should You Care?

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Chemical #1: Lead

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Lead Exposure Effects

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Chemical #2: Parabens

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Parabens Exposure Effects

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How to Identify Them?

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Safer Options

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Quick Lipstick Health Check

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Final Takeaway

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Trash your lipstick if you see these two chemicals

Why Should You Care?

Chemical #1: Lead

Lead Exposure Effects

Chemical #2: Parabens

Parabens Exposure Effects

How to Identify Them?

Safer Options

Quick Lipstick Health Check

Final Takeaway

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Trash your lipstick if you see these two chemicals

Why Should You Care?

Chemical #1: Lead

Lead Exposure Effects

Chemical #2: Parabens

Parabens Exposure Effects

How to Identify Them?

Safer Options

Quick Lipstick Health Check

Final Takeaway

If you found this helpful,

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