Big Market for Black Cosmetics, But Less-Hazardous Choices Limited
WASHINGTON, Dec. 6 -- The Environmental Working Group issued the following news release:
In a growing market for Black cosmetics, Black women nonetheless have limited choices for products that score low in potentially harmful ingredients, an EWG analysis of more than 1,100 products found. Because Black women appear to buy and use more personal care products, the limited options could mean they are being exposed to more potentially hazardous chemicals.
EWG researcher . . .
Monica Amarelo, 202/939-9140, monica@ewg.org
In a growing market for Black cosmetics, Black women nonetheless have limited choices for products that score low in potentially harmful ingredients, an EWG analysis of more than 1,100 products found. Because Black women appear to buy and use more personal care products, the limited options could mean they are being exposed to more potentially hazardous chemicals.
EWG researcher . . .