Breast cancer link to chemical found in everyday shampoos and soaps women use
A study has revealed that lower doses of a common chemical found in beauty products, such as shampoos and soaps, could be linked to breast cancer.
Despite previous research associating parabens with the condition, this latest study from 2022 suggests that even smaller amounts may pose a risk.These chemical preservatives, also found in many lotions and sun creams, can disrupt normal hormone functions, particularly during critical periods like puberty and pregnancy.
The chemicals in question promote the production of oestrogen, which mimics the naturally occurring hormone oestradiol; both are associated with breast cancer and reproductive issues.
This insight was reported by various American research centres.According to the experts at Holland and Barrett, parabens are a chemical compound of para-hydroxybenzoic acid.
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