Why Avoid Titanium Dioxide in Your Soap?
When choosing a soap, it’s essential to know what ingredients go into it. Many commercial soaps use additives like titanium dioxide, a white pigment often added to enhance the appearance of products. But what is titanium dioxide, and why might you want to avoid it?
What is Titanium Dioxide?
Titanium dioxide (TiO2) is used widely in cosmetics, sunscreens, and soaps to create a bright white or opaque look. While this may make your soap more visually appealing, the ingredient comes with potential risks.
The Health Concerns:
• Inhalation Risks: In its powdered form, titanium dioxide is classified as a possible carcinogen when inhaled. This is mainly a concern for workers exposed to large quantities, but repeated use in skincare products could pose risks over time.
• Skin Sensitivity: For people with sensitive skin or conditions like eczema, titanium dioxide can cause irritation or trigger flare-ups.
• Environmental Impact: Titanium dioxide doesn’t easily biodegrade, and when washed down the drain, it can harm aquatic ecosystems.
Why We Skip It:
At Simply Wild Co Naturals, we choose to keep our soaps natural, using earth-friendly, skin-loving alternatives. Our cold-pressed soaps are free from harmful additives, providing a gentle, nourishing cleanse.
Check out our range of all-natural soaps here.
Stay Wild, Stay Natural!