🚨 Another wake-up call on toxic beauty products. A new report from Silent Spring Institute reveals just how widespread dangerous chemicals like formaldehyde still are in everyday products—despite strong links to cancer and other serious health harms. Washington State has taken an important step by proposing rules to ban all formaldehyde releasers in these cosmetics and personal care products. 👏 We strongly support this draft rule and urge the Washington Department of Ecology to move quickly to finalize it. ⏳ Time is critical. Every day, more women are unknowingly exposed to harmful chemicals. At Toxic-Free Future, we won’t stop until the rule is across the finish line! https://www.npr.org/sections/shots-health-news/2025/05/08/nx-s1-5389925/beauty-products-chemicals-formaldehyde-cancer (fb)

👕 Your favorite rain jacket could be putting your health at risk. A new Forbes article reveals that many stain- and water-resistant clothes are treated with PFAS—"forever chemicals" linked to cancer, hormone disruption, and more. ❗ But there’s good news: safer options do exist. And states like Washington, California, and New York are taking the lead in banning PFAS in clothing! Want to shop smarter? We've included tips in the comments for choosing a PFAS-free raincoat and how to waterproof your gear with safer products like Nikwax. 📖 Check out the article here: (fb)