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Formaldehyde releasers: the hidden preservatives Washington will restrict in 2027Formaldehyde rarely shows up by name on a shampoo or lotion label. Some products instead contain preservatives that slowly release small amounts of formaldehyde into the formula over time. These ingredients are known as formaldehyde releasers, and they are…Read the article
California will track and publish where “forever chemical” pesticides are sprayedCalifornia will soon start telling the public where "forever chemical" pesticides are being sprayed. On September 27, 2026, Governor Gavin Newsom signed AB…
How to read a cosmetics ingredient labelThe front of a bottle is marketing. The back is where the facts are. Every cosmetic sold in stores in the U.S. has to list its ingredients, and once you know a few…
“Forever chemicals” are now banned from cosmetics in seven states. Here’s what the FDA found.If you live in one of seven states, the makeup and skin care on store shelves can no longer contain intentionally added PFAS, the family of chemicals known as…
Organic applesauce recalled over high levels of patulin, a mold toxinWakefern Food Corp., the company behind ShopRite, has recalled jars of Wholesome Pantry Organic Unsweetened Apple Sauce after routine FDA monitoring found patulin…
Lior ground cinnamon recalled over elevated lead levelsGalil Importing Corp of Hauppauge, New York, is recalling Lior Cinnamon Ground Seasoning after testing by the Maryland Department of Health found elevated levels of…
A popular skincare product is part of nationwide FDA recall.First Aid Beauty has issued a recall for more than 2,700 jars of Ultra Repair Cream. It's sold across the country on the First Aid Beauty site and major retailers…
A RECALL has been announced for a popular children’s sunscreen this month.Shoppers warned by Walmart, Costco & other retailers over the safety of popular children’s sunscreen that is ‘impure.’ Recall Details: Babyganics…
Biden FDA moves to ban toxic Red Dye No. 3 in foodChemical linked to cancer, memory problems in children WASHINGTON – In a significant move to protect public health, the Biden Food and Drug Administration…
Starbucks coffee energy drink recalled due to possible metal contaminationBack in 2015, PepsiCo Inc.and Starbucks partnered in the distribution of a number of Starbucks drinks in retail stores, specifically their coffee energy drinks. Now, a…
Pennsylvania cheese recalled due to listeria concernsKeswick Creamery has issued a recall of a number of their cheeses due to Listeria monocytogenes concerns. While they’re manufactured and distributed in…
Whole Foods Caesar Dressing recalled due to undeclared soy and wheatOne of the most popular store-bought dressings at Whole Foods, or anywhere for that matter, is being recalled. Van Law Food Products Inc. has issued a recall of Whole…
Home Run Inn’s frozen pizza recalled for possibly containing metalClose to 15,000 pounds of Chicago’s own Home Run Inn frozen pizza has been recalled because it may be contaminated with metal. Cheese, sausage, pepperoni, green…
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