Whats Wrong with Petroleum Products?
Mineral oil is a by-product of crude oil. It is the leftover liquid from the production of gasoline. Because it is abundant it is very inexpensive, in fact, it is more expensive to dispose of mineral oil than to purchase it. Mineral oil is the main ingredient in many baby and body care items. The problem is that mineral oil is foreign to the human body and has many harmful effects, especially on infants. Mineral oil acts like a thin layer of plastic on the skin. It clogs the pores, and is difficult to absorb. Once the oil is absorbed, it must be broken down by the liver. But because it is an unnatural product, the liver must work very hard to remove it from the body. Studies have shown a type of pneumonia, lipoid pneumonia, is caused by mineral oil decreasing lung function. All parents know that whatever is on a baby’s hands is eventually in their mouth. At Kindhearted Women, we feel the best choice is to not use petroleum-based products. Sensitivities & Reactions It is important to me
