Khaberni - A recent review of the ingredient lists of ten of the best-selling perfumes in the UK revealed the presence of chemical compounds that may interfere with the natural hormonal functions of the body.
These substances are known as "endocrine disruptors" which laboratory studies link to increased chances of hair loss, weight disorders, fertility issues, and even more serious diseases such as diabetes and cancer.
Famous perfumes in the list
According to the "Daily Mail", scientific concerns are increasing about the impact of these perfumes when sprayed directly on the neck area, where only a thin layer of skin separates it from the thyroid gland - the main regulator of metabolism.
Examination showed that prestigious brands such as "No.5 by Chanel", "Sauvage by Dior", and "Perfect by Marc Jacobs" contain at least one element that has undergone regulatory reviews due to its potential effects on the hormonal system, although their current use falls within the legal limits allowed in the United Kingdom.
Disastrous effects on the endocrine glands
Chloe Tubing, a specialist in the "The Chem Trust" campaigns, explained that hormones manage all body functions from sleep to metabolism.
She pointed out that there is a gap between scientific development and regulatory laws, where laboratories excel in identifying the harm of these substances while the legal procedures proceed slowly. These chemicals work by mimicking natural hormones or blocking their receptors, leading to gradually appearing negative health outcomes.
The previously withdrawn list included perfumes such as "Hello" by Lionel Richie due to fertility-related concerns, yet experts warn that currently allowed substances like "BHT" and "benzyl salicylate" may affect estrogen levels.
The compound "ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate", found in some perfumes to extend shelf life, is associated with delayed puberty in boys and reduced fertility in women according to recent studies.
Lack of transparency in aromatic "phthalate" compounds
Another challenge arises with the substance "phthalates", used as fragrance stabilizers, which are often listed under the name "Fragrance" without detail, citing trade secrecy.
Research links continuous exposure to these softeners with reproductive defects and a decrease in sperm count.
Dr. Anna Maria Anderson, head of the Danish Center for Endocrinology, advises spraying perfume on clothes instead of directly on the skin to reduce absorption, and avoiding products that do not meet standards free from phthalates to protect the body's biological balance.
