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Last month's campaign: The Unregulated World of Cosmetics and Resources for Finding Products Free of Harmful Chemicals Week 2: Handy guides for non-toxic brands and products Until Congress and the FDA step up regulation, it’s up to us to protect ourselves from harmful chemicals. Fortunately, there are some great resources online to help us decipher those unpronounceable ingredients. Read the full message for great online resources, printable pocket guides and more ways to take action, including how to e-mail your congressperson about cosmetics regulation in under a minute.   Week1: The Ugly Truth About Cosmetics Each day, we’re exposed to chemicals in the air we breathe, the water we drink, and the foods we eat. They’re all around us. But did you know that we’re also slathering them all over our bodies? The average U.S woman uses at least 12 beauty products daily—the average man about 6—and each one contains at least 12 chemicals. The products we lather up, rub in, spray on or otherwise apply to our bodies, like shampoos, lotions, makeup, deodorant, aftershave, hair products, etc., are packed with ingredients that are unregulated and untested for safety. Read the full message here, and check out Annie Leonard's Story of Cosmetics. Next week, we’ll share resources for how to keep yourself and your family safe from harmful chemicals found in cosmetics.   » Don't miss a chance to get Buzzed... sign up for weekly e-mail alerts!