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What are Parabens Used For?
Parabens are used to preseve products and keep them from spoiling. They are cheap and easy to work with and used widely in the personal care industry. It is estimated that 75 - 90 percent of cosmetic products contain parabens.
Where Are Parabens Found?
Most personal care products contain parabens. They are not always listed on the label though. Parabens are often used in fragrances and since manufacturers do not have to disclose the ingredients used in their fragrance, parabens will often be in a product but not listed on the label.
If the label doesn't say "paraben" or "fragrance", chances are pretty good it is paraben free. Many mineral wear makeups are now made paraben-free, though not all mineral makeups are without parabens.
