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Cancer-related Articles: Cancer & Chemicals

Natural Consumer Products Found Contaminated with Cancer-Causing 1,4-Dioxane in Groundbreaking Analysis Released by OCA
A cancer-causing compound called 1,4-dioxane has been found in some of the most commonly used petroleum-based cosmetics by a study commissioned by the Organic Consumers Association, including products from Kiss My Face, Nutribiotic, Jason, Ecover, Citrus Magic, 365, Alba, Lifetree, Giovanni, Seventh Generation, Method, Earth Friendly Products, Sea-Chi Organics and many other brands . 1,4-dioxane (often just called dioxane) is a clear, colorless, organic compound that's a liquid at room temperature and is a known human carcinogen.
Children's bath products pose a risk, groups charge
Some children's bath products contain a suspected cancer-causing chemical in amounts that reach or exceed recommended limits, environmental groups charged.
USC study points to bladder cancer risk from long-term hair dye use
An article from USC confirms what we say about potentially dangerous chemicals in hair products.
Study linking hair dyes and cancer trigger policy changes in Europe
A study from USC talks about public health policies and the dangers of chemicals in hair products.
Your Shampoo May Be Hazardous to Your Health
That bottle which promises you thick, luxurious lather may not only be damaging your hair but causing diseases, hair thinning and loss, and scalp damage.
Mousse Abuse: Getting Educated to the Dangers of Styling Aids
Without question, the most damaging commercial hair styling preparations on the market today are gels, mousses and sprays.
The 10 Most Unwanted Ingredients in Personal Care & Beauty Products
As first reported on the CBS Morning News, DEA showed "clear evidence of carcinogenicity."
Hair Dye Can Cause Cancer: The Fear Factor
Women spent more than $700 million on hair-coloring products in 1991, up nearly 40 percent from just five years ago. But as sales have burgeoned, so, too, have scientists' concerns over the safety of the chemical dyes used in haircolor preparations.
Chem Heads
Those unpronounceable ingredients in hair-care products raise eyebrows about the effects on users and the environment.
BreastCancer.org
A nonprofit organization for breast cancer information.
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Chemical Sensitivity

Sodium Lauryl Sulfate: The Archvillain in Synthetic Shampoos
Shampoo manufacturers often add hazardous agents to their shampoos called surfactants.
EWG: Are Chemicals Hiding in Your Makeup?
Study Finds Most Personal Care Products Untested, Ranks Brand Names for Safety
Global Recognition Campaign for Multiple Chemical Sensitivity
Multiple chemical sensitivity and other chemically induced illnesses, diseases and injury affecting civilians and military personnel.
MCS For Beginners: The Multiple Chemical Sensitivities Primer
A website for those who have recently figured out that they have multiple chemical sensitivities or environmental illness. Resources online, lists of helpful organizations, book recommendations, coping tips and a guestbook are available, all free of charge.
SafeCosmetics.org
The campaign for safe cosmetics — because we're worth it.
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Skin & Scalp Afflictions: Lupus, Candida, Alopecia, Psoriasis

HealingWell.com: Lupus Resource Center
Resources on Lupus, including articles, news, information, message forums and chat rooms, email, books, videos, newsletter, resource directory and more.
The National Candida Society (UK)
The society aims to: provide information and support to people with candida overgrowth and raise awareness of candida - its causes, treatments and related conditions.
National Alopecia Areata Foundation
The mission of the National Alopecia Areata Foundation (NAAF) is to support research to find a cure or acceptable treatment for alopecia areata, to support those with the disease, and to educate the public about alopecia areata.
The National Psoriasis Foundation
The National Psoriasis Foundation is a patient-driven nonprofit organization that is the voice for the 5 million people affected by psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis. Our mission is to improve lives through education, advocacy and research
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Other Health Issues

Detoxing for Optimal Health, Wellness and Luxurious Hair
Toxins, chemicals, and pollutants — all bad for the immune system. The importance of detoxing the body also extends to the hair and scalp.
Natural vs. Unnatural Balances in Our Fats and Oils
The causes of arthritis include a terrible imbalance in all the fats and oils that we take in in our diet. Our fats, oil, butter, safllower oil, corn oil all contain Omega-6 fatty acids and no omega-3 fatty acids.
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Hair Loss

Hair Loss Remedies
Natural Hair Loss Remedies.... massage, aromatherepy, Cleansing and Detoxification, Exercise and many more tips to avoid hair loss.
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The Truth about Organic

The Organic Bodycare Controversy
cites a New York Times article on the "Organic Body Care Controversy."
Is Organic Shampoo Chemistry or Botany?
When it comes to soaps and shampoos, "almost every product out there labeled organic isn't."
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Educational Articles: The Morrrocco Method

Anthony Morrocco and the Morrocco Method
The Morrocco Method of hair, face and body care is unique as well as comprehensive.
Natural Does Not Always Mean Holistic
"I believe that the emphasis on the whole person helps to maintain vitality, health and can actually motivate a natural healing process," says Anthony.
Spokes in a Wheel
"Luxurious hair and good health are a function of many parts, working together like the spokes in a wheel."
Introductory Letter to a Doctor
Healthy, beautiful, luxurious hair is one of the most desirable attributes, yet an estimated 30 percent of all women and over 70 percent of all males throughout the world are experiencing hair loss in ever increasing numbers.
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Help with Products:
How to . . .

Conditioning for the Summer Months
The summer months bring lots of fun in the sun, hours relaxing at the beach or by the pool and other outdoor activities. All of this exposure to the natural elements can be hard and damaging to your hair and scalp.
How to Select the Proper Shampoo
One thing is certain: proper scalp hygiene is as critical to luxurious hair as oral hygiene is to healthy teeth.
How to Brush and Massage Your Hair
For the ultimate maintenance and rejuvenation of your hair, it is vitally important to maintain a schedule of regular brushing.
Henna Made Easy
If you are looking to cover those stubborn grey hairs or simply want to add some interesting highlights and incredible shine to your hair without using harmful, damaging chemicals, then MMI henna is what you need.
Using Morrocco Method Henna for the First Time: A Personal Account
I've made up my mind. I'm due to get a touch-up as the gray is starting to show. I've decided to go completely natural. So, I say: "Goodbye chemicals!" I opt for Morrocco Method Henna instead.
How to Color Your Hair Naturally: 100% Natural Plant Henna vs. Hair Color to Dye For
Henna is, in many ways, the ideal colorant.
How to Apply Henna
Find all you need to know on our Morrocco Method Henna product page.
How to Customize Your Hair Cuts by Using Your Lunar Chart
Aligning our hair cuts to the ebbs and flows of astrology, especially to the waxing and waning of the moon, can have a powerful effect on the growth and maintenance of our hair.
A Small FAQ on 5 Elements Shampoos & Conditioners
An small assortment of questions about our organic, vegan products and skin care, acne, pets, and other topics.
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Holistic Programs

SelfGrowth.com
SelfGrowth.com is the most complete guide to information about Self -Improvement, Personal Growth and Self Help on the Internet. It is designed to be an organized directory, with articles and references to thousands of other Web Sites on the World Wide Web.
Ayurveda Holistic Community
A place for positive, personal, educational, social, environmental, and spiritual growth
Circle of Life Holistic Programs
Juice Fasting retreat in Florida and in Mexico. Gentle yoga, massage therapy, aromatherapy, energy healing, ocean or hot springs, transformative vacation for the mind, body and spirit.
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Organic & Eco-Friendly Products

The Grain & Salt Society
We invite you to join us in our passionate search for foods that can support and sustain good health -- our search for "ingredients with stories."
Organic-HQ
Everything organic, from all things organic to what is organic food.
Go Green Directory
Eco-friendly products and services.
All Organic Links
A comprehensive, one-stop, directory for the organic industry - contains organic information, associations, growers, and retailers.
Herbs of Grace
Natural Look Mineral Makeup
Organic Health and Beauty
Organic Health and Beauty has many all natural vegan and organic health and beauty products of the highest quality such as a colon cleanse, superfoods, a liver cleanse, moisturizers, toners, facial scrubs, and the Oxy Light / Derma Wand.
Nature's First Law Superstore
Resources for massive health abundance. "We have the lowest prices on raw & living food products anywhere, guaranteed!!!"
Chiangmaicraft
The best shopping site for crafts, gifts & home decor in Thailand. Thai-English company offering a variety of traditional Thai handicrafts, gifts, souvenirs and home decor all handmade in Chiang mai Thailand.
Magnetic Clay Baths
LL's MAGNETIC CLAYS are the most effective, all natural, inexpensive way to assist in pulling toxic metals and chemicals out of the body.
Green People
The World's largest, searchable database of eco-friendly products: organic food, pet supplies, baby products, beauty products, home improvement, hemp, organic cotton, health products, recycled products.
Two Towers Flutes and Instruments
Quartz Crystal Singing Bowls, Meditation CD's, Native American Flute Song Books and Colloidal Silver. Creator of beautiful recording quality Native American Flutes and Didgeridoos. Contact Steffan Heydon
Ethnobotanicals: Sacred Peru Adventures
A source for best quality Ayahuasca vine (Banisteriopsis Caapi) Incense and Chaliponga (Diplopterys Cabrerana) Incense at the best price.
Intemperantia - European Designer Chocolates
We feature Swiss/French certified organic chocolate truffles and dark chocolate French Pralines. All of our chocolates have NO preservatives or artificial ingredients.
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