peacekeeper response to recent media alertsplease see the letter from jody and the two peacekeeper press releases below.
update: PeaceKeeper is proud to announce California's Attorney General dismisses lead in lipstick scarehttp://www.cosmeticsdesign.com/news/ng.asp?n=83794-proposition-lead-lipstick
PeaceKeeper is pleased to report the California Attorney generals statements reflect PeaceKeeper's previous statements and press releases.
press contact: julia labatoncharity guzofski melissa barredo red pr 212.431.8873red@red-pr.com
peacekeeper defends its lipstick against inaccurate claims
october 15, 2007 – peacekeeper’s paint me compassionate lip paint was recently included on a list of lipsticks that were tested for lead content. peacekeeper stands firmly behind its lipstick and confirms that all of its products are in full compliance with u.s food and drug administration (fda) regulations. moreover, peacekeeper meets standards set by california’s proposition 65, which is considered the strictest mass standard for lead in the nation. the fda has issued a statement saying that it will investigate the claims being made by an advocacy group that certain lipsticks contain potentially dangerous levels of lead. according to the fda, similar claims in the past have not been confirmed.
“peacekeeper is deeply committed to the health and safety of humans and the environment,” said jody weiss, founder of peacekeeper cause-metics. “our mission is two-fold: to raise awareness and funds for charitable women’s health organizations and human rights advocacy issues and to ensure that the products that we sell are sustainable and safe for the consumers who use them,” stated weiss.
peacekeeper’s mineral-based formulas
in 2005 peacekeeper reformulated its entire collection of color cosmetics, featuring a new formulation that is superior in its ingredient-base and quality. the mineral-based formulas are made without parabens, phthalates, formaldehyde, acetone, toluene, mineral oil, synthetic fd&c colors, artificial fragrances, artificial preservatives, and of course, includes no animal testing.
what is in peacekeeper’s lipstick?
peacekeeper is dedicated to creating cosmetics using non-toxic ingredients that will keep your body safe and healthy. following is a list of all-natural ingredients found in peacekeeper’s lipstick:
§ beeswax is produced from the hives of honey bees. § carnauba wax is derived from the leaves of a brazilian plant called the carnauba palm. § candelilla wax is derived from the leaves of the candelilla shrub which grows in the southern united states and mexico. § shea butter is extracted from the fruit of the shea tree. shea butter has strong moisturizing and anti-inflammatory properties. § castor oil is an evergreen shrub that has been used medicinally for about 4,000 years. castor oil contains lectins which are carbohydrate binding proteins. § jojoba oil is derived from the jojoba plant. it is a lipid with high levels in fatty acids and is considered a oleochemical or a chemical derived from biological oils and fats. § grapeseed oil is a vegetable oil pressed from the seeds of vitis vinifera grapes. grapeseed oil possesses regenerative ingredients for the skin such as high levels of linoleic acid, anti-oxidants, vitamin c, vitamin e, beta-carotene, omega 3-6-9 and other skin revitalizing ingredients. § vitamin e is a fat-soluable antioxidant called tocopherol. antioxidants like vitamin e play a big role in protection against free radicals which contribute to chronic illnesses. § mica is a silicate mineral from the earth whose name comes from the latin word micare, which means "shine". § carmine is a pigment derived from carminic acid from the scales of certain insects such as the cochineal. carmine is a red color alternative to synthetic fd&c coloring. § titanium dioxide is the natural occurring oxide of titanium, a substance mined from the earth. titanium dioxide can be found in toothpastes and other food substances as well. § iron oxides consist of sixteen known compounds of either oxides or hydroxides and oxidehydroxides. iron oxide yields pigments which are used in cosmetics. they are considered non-toxic. § ultramarines also are found in the earth and are considered to be non-toxic. federal regulation of cosmeticsthe drug administration (fda) has authority to enforce laws affecting the cosmetics manufacturing and safety. adequate substantiation of cosmetic product safety is required by the federal food drug & cosmetic act (fd&c act). the fd&c act prohibits the marketing of dangerous, contaminated or misbranded cosmetics – whether they result from labels, ingredients, contaminants, processing, packaging, or shipping and handling – sold in the us. all cosmetic products sold in the us are required by law to be safe for consumer use.the cosmetics ingredient review (cir) is an independent expert body of leading scientists and medical doctors who review the safety of cosmetic ingredients. the cir prioritizes the ingredients it reviews based on how frequently such ingredients are used, as well as, their safety profile. the cir and fda work together to ensure that cosmetics and their ingredients are safe for consumers. the cosmetic, toiletry and fragrance association (ctfa) has issued a statement regarding the issue of lead in lipsticks saying that the average amount of lead a woman would be exposed to when using cosmetics is 1,000 times less than the amount she would get from eating, breathing, and drinking water that meets environmental protection agency (epa) drinking water standards. furthermore, according to ctfa, fda has set daily safe levels for lead exposure for adults, children and pregnant women. the fda also has set strict limits for lead levels allowed in the colors used in lipsticks, and analyze these colors to ensure they are followed. the products identified in the campaign for safe cosmetics (csc) report meet these standards. in fact, all the products tested in the csc report meet the california standards for safety established under their prop 65 process.[1] lead lessons the fda’s established limit for lead in candy is 0.1 ppm. however, this calculation is based on the ingestion of chocolate products that range from 13.5 to 44.9 grams daily. in comparison, the typical tube of lipstick is 2 to 4 grams. fda estimates that typical daily application of lipstick results in a total of about 20 milligrams of lipstick product being used by the average woman daily. based on this comparison, the daily exposure to lead from lipstick is significantly lower in total mass of lead exposure than the daily exposure of lead from eating chocolate candy. using the fda’s lead exposure estimate of 20mg of lead from lipstick and the campaign for safe cosmetics’ (csc) recent finding that peacekeeper’s paint me compassionate red lipstick contains 0.12 ppm of lead, then the accurate calculation is:0.12 ppm (or mg/kg) x 20 mg (mg/kg) = 0.0024 micrograms of daily lead exposure from peacekeeper lip paint.it is ultimately the mass of lead exposure that matters in health risk assessment. in other words, the total consumption of lead per day is what should be considered when determining health risk from lead exposure. beyond using the fda lead standard for chocolate candy, consider the proposition 65 standard for lead, 0.5 micrograms in mass per day, which is the toughest mass standard for lead exposure, to determine whether or not peacekeeper lip paints pose a health threat due to lead content. comparing the 0.5 mcg/day standard established by proposition 65 to the 0.0024 mcg found to be in peacekeeper’s paint me compassionate, it is clear that the lipstick does not pose a health risk from lead exposure.lead in our livesthe issue of lead exposure is of great concern especially due to several recent recalls of children’s toys containing dangerous levels of lead. to keep fear of lead in perspective, it is important to consider the following safety statistics:§ the u.s. environmental protection agency’s action level for lead in drinking water is 0.5 ppm § california’s proposition 65 has established a safe harbor level for lead at 0.5 mcg in mass per day about peacekeeperpeacekeeper is the first make-up company to donate all of its profits, after taxes, to women’s health and human rights advocacy issues. through its unique brand of “dual-purpose” cosmetics, peacekeeper encourages consumers to more fully recognize the level of abuse and inequality suffered around the globe – and to become an active part of the solution simply by how they choose a product. to learn more about the programs peacekeeper supports please visit www.iamapeacekeeper.com.
§ carnauba wax is derived from the leaves of a brazilian plant called the carnauba palm. § candelilla wax is derived from the leaves of the candelilla shrub which grows in the southern united states and mexico. § shea butter is extracted from the fruit of the shea tree. shea butter has strong moisturizing and anti-inflammatory properties. § castor oil is an evergreen shrub that has been used medicinally for about 4,000 years. castor oil contains lectins which are carbohydrate binding proteins. § jojoba oil is derived from the jojoba plant. it is a lipid with high levels in fatty acids and is considered a oleochemical or a chemical derived from biological oils and fats. § grapeseed oil is a vegetable oil pressed from the seeds of vitis vinifera grapes. grapeseed oil possesses regenerative ingredients for the skin such as high levels of linoleic acid, anti-oxidants, vitamin c, vitamin e, beta-carotene, omega 3-6-9 and other skin revitalizing ingredients. § vitamin e is a fat-soluable antioxidant called tocopherol. antioxidants like vitamin e play a big role in protection against free radicals which contribute to chronic illnesses. § mica is a silicate mineral from the earth whose name comes from the latin word micare, which means "shine". § carmine is a pigment derived from carminic acid from the scales of certain insects such as the cochineal. carmine is a red color alternative to synthetic fd&c coloring. § titanium dioxide is the natural occurring oxide of titanium, a substance mined from the earth. titanium dioxide can be found in toothpastes and other food substances as well. § iron oxides consist of sixteen known compounds of either oxides or hydroxides and oxidehydroxides. iron oxide yields pigments which are used in cosmetics. they are considered non-toxic. § ultramarines also are found in the earth and are considered to be non-toxic. federal regulation of cosmeticsthe drug administration (fda) has authority to enforce laws affecting the cosmetics manufacturing and safety. adequate substantiation of cosmetic product safety is required by the federal food drug & cosmetic act (fd&c act). the fd&c act prohibits the marketing of dangerous, contaminated or misbranded cosmetics – whether they result from labels, ingredients, contaminants, processing, packaging, or shipping and handling – sold in the us. all cosmetic products sold in the us are required by law to be safe for consumer use.the cosmetics ingredient review (cir) is an independent expert body of leading scientists and medical doctors who review the safety of cosmetic ingredients. the cir prioritizes the ingredients it reviews based on how frequently such ingredients are used, as well as, their safety profile. the cir and fda work together to ensure that cosmetics and their ingredients are safe for consumers. the cosmetic, toiletry and fragrance association (ctfa) has issued a statement regarding the issue of lead in lipsticks saying that the average amount of lead a woman would be exposed to when using cosmetics is 1,000 times less than the amount she would get from eating, breathing, and drinking water that meets environmental protection agency (epa) drinking water standards. furthermore, according to ctfa, fda has set daily safe levels for lead exposure for adults, children and pregnant women. the fda also has set strict limits for lead levels allowed in the colors used in lipsticks, and analyze these colors to ensure they are followed. the products identified in the campaign for safe cosmetics (csc) report meet these standards. in fact, all the products tested in the csc report meet the california standards for safety established under their prop 65 process.[1] lead lessons the fda’s established limit for lead in candy is 0.1 ppm. however, this calculation is based on the ingestion of chocolate products that range from 13.5 to 44.9 grams daily. in comparison, the typical tube of lipstick is 2 to 4 grams. fda estimates that typical daily application of lipstick results in a total of about 20 milligrams of lipstick product being used by the average woman daily. based on this comparison, the daily exposure to lead from lipstick is significantly lower in total mass of lead exposure than the daily exposure of lead from eating chocolate candy. using the fda’s lead exposure estimate of 20mg of lead from lipstick and the campaign for safe cosmetics’ (csc) recent finding that peacekeeper’s paint me compassionate red lipstick contains 0.12 ppm of lead, then the accurate calculation is:0.12 ppm (or mg/kg) x 20 mg (mg/kg) = 0.0024 micrograms of daily lead exposure from peacekeeper lip paint.it is ultimately the mass of lead exposure that matters in health risk assessment. in other words, the total consumption of lead per day is what should be considered when determining health risk from lead exposure. beyond using the fda lead standard for chocolate candy, consider the proposition 65 standard for lead, 0.5 micrograms in mass per day, which is the toughest mass standard for lead exposure, to determine whether or not peacekeeper lip paints pose a health threat due to lead content. comparing the 0.5 mcg/day standard established by proposition 65 to the 0.0024 mcg found to be in peacekeeper’s paint me compassionate, it is clear that the lipstick does not pose a health risk from lead exposure.lead in our livesthe issue of lead exposure is of great concern especially due to several recent recalls of children’s toys containing dangerous levels of lead. to keep fear of lead in perspective, it is important to consider the following safety statistics:§ the u.s. environmental protection agency’s action level for lead in drinking water is 0.5 ppm § california’s proposition 65 has established a safe harbor level for lead at 0.5 mcg in mass per day about peacekeeperpeacekeeper is the first make-up company to donate all of its profits, after taxes, to women’s health and human rights advocacy issues. through its unique brand of “dual-purpose” cosmetics, peacekeeper encourages consumers to more fully recognize the level of abuse and inequality suffered around the globe – and to become an active part of the solution simply by how they choose a product. to learn more about the programs peacekeeper supports please visit www.iamapeacekeeper.com.
§ candelilla wax is derived from the leaves of the candelilla shrub which grows in the southern united states and mexico. § shea butter is extracted from the fruit of the shea tree. shea butter has strong moisturizing and anti-inflammatory properties. § castor oil is an evergreen shrub that has been used medicinally for about 4,000 years. castor oil contains lectins which are carbohydrate binding proteins. § jojoba oil is derived from the jojoba plant. it is a lipid with high levels in fatty acids and is considered a oleochemical or a chemical derived from biological oils and fats. § grapeseed oil is a vegetable oil pressed from the seeds of vitis vinifera grapes. grapeseed oil possesses regenerative ingredients for the skin such as high levels of linoleic acid, anti-oxidants, vitamin c, vitamin e, beta-carotene, omega 3-6-9 and other skin revitalizing ingredients. § vitamin e is a fat-soluable antioxidant called tocopherol. antioxidants like vitamin e play a big role in protection against free radicals which contribute to chronic illnesses. § mica is a silicate mineral from the earth whose name comes from the latin word micare, which means "shine". § carmine is a pigment derived from carminic acid from the scales of certain insects such as the cochineal. carmine is a red color alternative to synthetic fd&c coloring. § titanium dioxide is the natural occurring oxide of titanium, a substance mined from the earth. titanium dioxide can be found in toothpastes and other food substances as well. § iron oxides consist of sixteen known compounds of either oxides or hydroxides and oxidehydroxides. iron oxide yields pigments which are used in cosmetics. they are considered non-toxic. § ultramarines also are found in the earth and are considered to be non-toxic. federal regulation of cosmeticsthe drug administration (fda) has authority to enforce laws affecting the cosmetics manufacturing and safety. adequate substantiation of cosmetic product safety is required by the federal food drug & cosmetic act (fd&c act). the fd&c act prohibits the marketing of dangerous, contaminated or misbranded cosmetics – whether they result from labels, ingredients, contaminants, processing, packaging, or shipping and handling – sold in the us. all cosmetic products sold in the us are required by law to be safe for consumer use.the cosmetics ingredient review (cir) is an independent expert body of leading scientists and medical doctors who review the safety of cosmetic ingredients. the cir prioritizes the ingredients it reviews based on how frequently such ingredients are used, as well as, their safety profile. the cir and fda work together to ensure that cosmetics and their ingredients are safe for consumers. the cosmetic, toiletry and fragrance association (ctfa) has issued a statement regarding the issue of lead in lipsticks saying that the average amount of lead a woman would be exposed to when using cosmetics is 1,000 times less than the amount she would get from eating, breathing, and drinking water that meets environmental protection agency (epa) drinking water standards. furthermore, according to ctfa, fda has set daily safe levels for lead exposure for adults, children and pregnant women. the fda also has set strict limits for lead levels allowed in the colors used in lipsticks, and analyze these colors to ensure they are followed. the products identified in the campaign for safe cosmetics (csc) report meet these standards. in fact, all the products tested in the csc report meet the california standards for safety established under their prop 65 process.[1] lead lessons the fda’s established limit for lead in candy is 0.1 ppm. however, this calculation is based on the ingestion of chocolate products that range from 13.5 to 44.9 grams daily. in comparison, the typical tube of lipstick is 2 to 4 grams. fda estimates that typical daily application of lipstick results in a total of about 20 milligrams of lipstick product being used by the average woman daily. based on this comparison, the daily exposure to lead from lipstick is significantly lower in total mass of lead exposure than the daily exposure of lead from eating chocolate candy. using the fda’s lead exposure estimate of 20mg of lead from lipstick and the campaign for safe cosmetics’ (csc) recent finding that peacekeeper’s paint me compassionate red lipstick contains 0.12 ppm of lead, then the accurate calculation is:0.12 ppm (or mg/kg) x 20 mg (mg/kg) = 0.0024 micrograms of daily lead exposure from peacekeeper lip paint.it is ultimately the mass of lead exposure that matters in health risk assessment. in other words, the total consumption of lead per day is what should be considered when determining health risk from lead exposure. beyond using the fda lead standard for chocolate candy, consider the proposition 65 standard for lead, 0.5 micrograms in mass per day, which is the toughest mass standard for lead exposure, to determine whether or not peacekeeper lip paints pose a health threat due to lead content. comparing the 0.5 mcg/day standard established by proposition 65 to the 0.0024 mcg found to be in peacekeeper’s paint me compassionate, it is clear that the lipstick does not pose a health risk from lead exposure.lead in our livesthe issue of lead exposure is of great concern especially due to several recent recalls of children’s toys containing dangerous levels of lead. to keep fear of lead in perspective, it is important to consider the following safety statistics:§ the u.s. environmental protection agency’s action level for lead in drinking water is 0.5 ppm § california’s proposition 65 has established a safe harbor level for lead at 0.5 mcg in mass per day about peacekeeperpeacekeeper is the first make-up company to donate all of its profits, after taxes, to women’s health and human rights advocacy issues. through its unique brand of “dual-purpose” cosmetics, peacekeeper encourages consumers to more fully recognize the level of abuse and inequality suffered around the globe – and to become an active part of the solution simply by how they choose a product. to learn more about the programs peacekeeper supports please visit www.iamapeacekeeper.com.
§ shea butter is extracted from the fruit of the shea tree. shea butter has strong moisturizing and anti-inflammatory properties. § castor oil is an evergreen shrub that has been used medicinally for about 4,000 years. castor oil contains lectins which are carbohydrate binding proteins. § jojoba oil is derived from the jojoba plant. it is a lipid with high levels in fatty acids and is considered a oleochemical or a chemical derived from biological oils and fats. § grapeseed oil is a vegetable oil pressed from the seeds of vitis vinifera grapes. grapeseed oil possesses regenerative ingredients for the skin such as high levels of linoleic acid, anti-oxidants, vitamin c, vitamin e, beta-carotene, omega 3-6-9 and other skin revitalizing ingredients. § vitamin e is a fat-soluable antioxidant called tocopherol. antioxidants like vitamin e play a big role in protection against free radicals which contribute to chronic illnesses. § mica is a silicate mineral from the earth whose name comes from the latin word micare, which means "shine". § carmine is a pigment derived from carminic acid from the scales of certain insects such as the cochineal. carmine is a red color alternative to synthetic fd&c coloring. § titanium dioxide is the natural occurring oxide of titanium, a substance mined from the earth. titanium dioxide can be found in toothpastes and other food substances as well. § iron oxides consist of sixteen known compounds of either oxides or hydroxides and oxidehydroxides. iron oxide yields pigments which are used in cosmetics. they are considered non-toxic. § ultramarines also are found in the earth and are considered to be non-toxic. federal regulation of cosmeticsthe drug administration (fda) has authority to enforce laws affecting the cosmetics manufacturing and safety. adequate substantiation of cosmetic product safety is required by the federal food drug & cosmetic act (fd&c act). the fd&c act prohibits the marketing of dangerous, contaminated or misbranded cosmetics – whether they result from labels, ingredients, contaminants, processing, packaging, or shipping and handling – sold in the us. all cosmetic products sold in the us are required by law to be safe for consumer use.the cosmetics ingredient review (cir) is an independent expert body of leading scientists and medical doctors who review the safety of cosmetic ingredients. the cir prioritizes the ingredients it reviews based on how frequently such ingredients are used, as well as, their safety profile. the cir and fda work together to ensure that cosmetics and their ingredients are safe for consumers. the cosmetic, toiletry and fragrance association (ctfa) has issued a statement regarding the issue of lead in lipsticks saying that the average amount of lead a woman would be exposed to when using cosmetics is 1,000 times less than the amount she would get from eating, breathing, and drinking water that meets environmental protection agency (epa) drinking water standards. furthermore, according to ctfa, fda has set daily safe levels for lead exposure for adults, children and pregnant women. the fda also has set strict limits for lead levels allowed in the colors used in lipsticks, and analyze these colors to ensure they are followed. the products identified in the campaign for safe cosmetics (csc) report meet these standards. in fact, all the products tested in the csc report meet the california standards for safety established under their prop 65 process.[1] lead lessons the fda’s established limit for lead in candy is 0.1 ppm. however, this calculation is based on the ingestion of chocolate products that range from 13.5 to 44.9 grams daily. in comparison, the typical tube of lipstick is 2 to 4 grams. fda estimates that typical daily application of lipstick results in a total of about 20 milligrams of lipstick product being used by the average woman daily. based on this comparison, the daily exposure to lead from lipstick is significantly lower in total mass of lead exposure than the daily exposure of lead from eating chocolate candy. using the fda’s lead exposure estimate of 20mg of lead from lipstick and the campaign for safe cosmetics’ (csc) recent finding that peacekeeper’s paint me compassionate red lipstick contains 0.12 ppm of lead, then the accurate calculation is:0.12 ppm (or mg/kg) x 20 mg (mg/kg) = 0.0024 micrograms of daily lead exposure from peacekeeper lip paint.it is ultimately the mass of lead exposure that matters in health risk assessment. in other words, the total consumption of lead per day is what should be considered when determining health risk from lead exposure. beyond using the fda lead standard for chocolate candy, consider the proposition 65 standard for lead, 0.5 micrograms in mass per day, which is the toughest mass standard for lead exposure, to determine whether or not peacekeeper lip paints pose a health threat due to lead content. comparing the 0.5 mcg/day standard established by proposition 65 to the 0.0024 mcg found to be in peacekeeper’s paint me compassionate, it is clear that the lipstick does not pose a health risk from lead exposure.lead in our livesthe issue of lead exposure is of great concern especially due to several recent recalls of children’s toys containing dangerous levels of lead. to keep fear of lead in perspective, it is important to consider the following safety statistics:§ the u.s. environmental protection agency’s action level for lead in drinking water is 0.5 ppm § california’s proposition 65 has established a safe harbor level for lead at 0.5 mcg in mass per day about peacekeeperpeacekeeper is the first make-up company to donate all of its profits, after taxes, to women’s health and human rights advocacy issues. through its unique brand of “dual-purpose” cosmetics, peacekeeper encourages consumers to more fully recognize the level of abuse and inequality suffered around the globe – and to become an active part of the solution simply by how they choose a product. to learn more about the programs peacekeeper supports please visit www.iamapeacekeeper.com.
§ castor oil is an evergreen shrub that has been used medicinally for about 4,000 years. castor oil contains lectins which are carbohydrate binding proteins. § jojoba oil is derived from the jojoba plant. it is a lipid with high levels in fatty acids and is considered a oleochemical or a chemical derived from biological oils and fats. § grapeseed oil is a vegetable oil pressed from the seeds of vitis vinifera grapes. grapeseed oil possesses regenerative ingredients for the skin such as high levels of linoleic acid, anti-oxidants, vitamin c, vitamin e, beta-carotene, omega 3-6-9 and other skin revitalizing ingredients. § vitamin e is a fat-soluable antioxidant called tocopherol. antioxidants like vitamin e play a big role in protection against free radicals which contribute to chronic illnesses. § mica is a silicate mineral from the earth whose name comes from the latin word micare, which means "shine". § carmine is a pigment derived from carminic acid from the scales of certain insects such as the cochineal. carmine is a red color alternative to synthetic fd&c coloring. § titanium dioxide is the natural occurring oxide of titanium, a substance mined from the earth. titanium dioxide can be found in toothpastes and other food substances as well. § iron oxides consist of sixteen known compounds of either oxides or hydroxides and oxidehydroxides. iron oxide yields pigments which are used in cosmetics. they are considered non-toxic. § ultramarines also are found in the earth and are considered to be non-toxic. federal regulation of cosmeticsthe drug administration (fda) has authority to enforce laws affecting the cosmetics manufacturing and safety. adequate substantiation of cosmetic product safety is required by the federal food drug & cosmetic act (fd&c act). the fd&c act prohibits the marketing of dangerous, contaminated or misbranded cosmetics – whether they result from labels, ingredients, contaminants, processing, packaging, or shipping and handling – sold in the us. all cosmetic products sold in the us are required by law to be safe for consumer use.the cosmetics ingredient review (cir) is an independent expert body of leading scientists and medical doctors who review the safety of cosmetic ingredients. the cir prioritizes the ingredients it reviews based on how frequently such ingredients are used, as well as, their safety profile. the cir and fda work together to ensure that cosmetics and their ingredients are safe for consumers. the cosmetic, toiletry and fragrance association (ctfa) has issued a statement regarding the issue of lead in lipsticks saying that the average amount of lead a woman would be exposed to when using cosmetics is 1,000 times less than the amount she would get from eating, breathing, and drinking water that meets environmental protection agency (epa) drinking water standards. furthermore, according to ctfa, fda has set daily safe levels for lead exposure for adults, children and pregnant women. the fda also has set strict limits for lead levels allowed in the colors used in lipsticks, and analyze these colors to ensure they are followed. the products identified in the campaign for safe cosmetics (csc) report meet these standards. in fact, all the products tested in the csc report meet the california standards for safety established under their prop 65 process.[1] lead lessons the fda’s established limit for lead in candy is 0.1 ppm. however, this calculation is based on the ingestion of chocolate products that range from 13.5 to 44.9 grams daily. in comparison, the typical tube of lipstick is 2 to 4 grams. fda estimates that typical daily application of lipstick results in a total of about 20 milligrams of lipstick product being used by the average woman daily. based on this comparison, the daily exposure to lead from lipstick is significantly lower in total mass of lead exposure than the daily exposure of lead from eating chocolate candy. using the fda’s lead exposure estimate of 20mg of lead from lipstick and the campaign for safe cosmetics’ (csc) recent finding that peacekeeper’s paint me compassionate red lipstick contains 0.12 ppm of lead, then the accurate calculation is:0.12 ppm (or mg/kg) x 20 mg (mg/kg) = 0.0024 micrograms of daily lead exposure from peacekeeper lip paint.it is ultimately the mass of lead exposure that matters in health risk assessment. in other words, the total consumption of lead per day is what should be considered when determining health risk from lead exposure. beyond using the fda lead standard for chocolate candy, consider the proposition 65 standard for lead, 0.5 micrograms in mass per day, which is the toughest mass standard for lead exposure, to determine whether or not peacekeeper lip paints pose a health threat due to lead content. comparing the 0.5 mcg/day standard established by proposition 65 to the 0.0024 mcg found to be in peacekeeper’s paint me compassionate, it is clear that the lipstick does not pose a health risk from lead exposure.lead in our livesthe issue of lead exposure is of great concern especially due to several recent recalls of children’s toys containing dangerous levels of lead. to keep fear of lead in perspective, it is important to consider the following safety statistics:§ the u.s. environmental protection agency’s action level for lead in drinking water is 0.5 ppm § california’s proposition 65 has established a safe harbor level for lead at 0.5 mcg in mass per day about peacekeeperpeacekeeper is the first make-up company to donate all of its profits, after taxes, to women’s health and human rights advocacy issues. through its unique brand of “dual-purpose” cosmetics, peacekeeper encourages consumers to more fully recognize the level of abuse and inequality suffered around the globe – and to become an active part of the solution simply by how they choose a product. to learn more about the programs peacekeeper supports please visit www.iamapeacekeeper.com.
§ jojoba oil is derived from the jojoba plant. it is a lipid with high levels in fatty acids and is considered a oleochemical or a chemical derived from biological oils and fats. § grapeseed oil is a vegetable oil pressed from the seeds of vitis vinifera grapes. grapeseed oil possesses regenerative ingredients for the skin such as high levels of linoleic acid, anti-oxidants, vitamin c, vitamin e, beta-carotene, omega 3-6-9 and other skin revitalizing ingredients. § vitamin e is a fat-soluable antioxidant called tocopherol. antioxidants like vitamin e play a big role in protection against free radicals which contribute to chronic illnesses. § mica is a silicate mineral from the earth whose name comes from the latin word micare, which means "shine". § carmine is a pigment derived from carminic acid from the scales of certain insects such as the cochineal. carmine is a red color alternative to synthetic fd&c coloring. § titanium dioxide is the natural occurring oxide of titanium, a substance mined from the earth. titanium dioxide can be found in toothpastes and other food substances as well. § iron oxides consist of sixteen known compounds of either oxides or hydroxides and oxidehydroxides. iron oxide yields pigments which are used in cosmetics. they are considered non-toxic. § ultramarines also are found in the earth and are considered to be non-toxic. federal regulation of cosmeticsthe drug administration (fda) has authority to enforce laws affecting the cosmetics manufacturing and safety. adequate substantiation of cosmetic product safety is required by the federal food drug & cosmetic act (fd&c act). the fd&c act prohibits the marketing of dangerous, contaminated or misbranded cosmetics – whether they result from labels, ingredients, contaminants, processing, packaging, or shipping and handling – sold in the us. all cosmetic products sold in the us are required by law to be safe for consumer use.the cosmetics ingredient review (cir) is an independent expert body of leading scientists and medical doctors who review the safety of cosmetic ingredients. the cir prioritizes the ingredients it reviews based on how frequently such ingredients are used, as well as, their safety profile. the cir and fda work together to ensure that cosmetics and their ingredients are safe for consumers. the cosmetic, toiletry and fragrance association (ctfa) has issued a statement regarding the issue of lead in lipsticks saying that the average amount of lead a woman would be exposed to when using cosmetics is 1,000 times less than the amount she would get from eating, breathing, and drinking water that meets environmental protection agency (epa) drinking water standards. furthermore, according to ctfa, fda has set daily safe levels for lead exposure for adults, children and pregnant women. the fda also has set strict limits for lead levels allowed in the colors used in lipsticks, and analyze these colors to ensure they are followed. the products identified in the campaign for safe cosmetics (csc) report meet these standards. in fact, all the products tested in the csc report meet the california standards for safety established under their prop 65 process.[1] lead lessons the fda’s established limit for lead in candy is 0.1 ppm. however, this calculation is based on the ingestion of chocolate products that range from 13.5 to 44.9 grams daily. in comparison, the typical tube of lipstick is 2 to 4 grams. fda estimates that typical daily application of lipstick results in a total of about 20 milligrams of lipstick product being used by the average woman daily. based on this comparison, the daily exposure to lead from lipstick is significantly lower in total mass of lead exposure than the daily exposure of lead from eating chocolate candy. using the fda’s lead exposure estimate of 20mg of lead from lipstick and the campaign for safe cosmetics’ (csc) recent finding that peacekeeper’s paint me compassionate red lipstick contains 0.12 ppm of lead, then the accurate calculation is:0.12 ppm (or mg/kg) x 20 mg (mg/kg) = 0.0024 micrograms of daily lead exposure from peacekeeper lip paint.it is ultimately the mass of lead exposure that matters in health risk assessment. in other words, the total consumption of lead per day is what should be considered when determining health risk from lead exposure. beyond using the fda lead standard for chocolate candy, consider the proposition 65 standard for lead, 0.5 micrograms in mass per day, which is the toughest mass standard for lead exposure, to determine whether or not peacekeeper lip paints pose a health threat due to lead content. comparing the 0.5 mcg/day standard established by proposition 65 to the 0.0024 mcg found to be in peacekeeper’s paint me compassionate, it is clear that the lipstick does not pose a health risk from lead exposure.lead in our livesthe issue of lead exposure is of great concern especially due to several recent recalls of children’s toys containing dangerous levels of lead. to keep fear of lead in perspective, it is important to consider the following safety statistics:§ the u.s. environmental protection agency’s action level for lead in drinking water is 0.5 ppm § california’s proposition 65 has established a safe harbor level for lead at 0.5 mcg in mass per day about peacekeeperpeacekeeper is the first make-up company to donate all of its profits, after taxes, to women’s health and human rights advocacy issues. through its unique brand of “dual-purpose” cosmetics, peacekeeper encourages consumers to more fully recognize the level of abuse and inequality suffered around the globe – and to become an active part of the solution simply by how they choose a product. to learn more about the programs peacekeeper supports please visit www.iamapeacekeeper.com.
§ grapeseed oil is a vegetable oil pressed from the seeds of vitis vinifera grapes. grapeseed oil possesses regenerative ingredients for the skin such as high levels of linoleic acid, anti-oxidants, vitamin c, vitamin e, beta-carotene, omega 3-6-9 and other skin revitalizing ingredients. § vitamin e is a fat-soluable antioxidant called tocopherol. antioxidants like vitamin e play a big role in protection against free radicals which contribute to chronic illnesses. § mica is a silicate mineral from the earth whose name comes from the latin word micare, which means "shine". § carmine is a pigment derived from carminic acid from the scales of certain insects such as the cochineal. carmine is a red color alternative to synthetic fd&c coloring. § titanium dioxide is the natural occurring oxide of titanium, a substance mined from the earth. titanium dioxide can be found in toothpastes and other food substances as well. § iron oxides consist of sixteen known compounds of either oxides or hydroxides and oxidehydroxides. iron oxide yields pigments which are used in cosmetics. they are considered non-toxic. § ultramarines also are found in the earth and are considered to be non-toxic. federal regulation of cosmeticsthe drug administration (fda) has authority to enforce laws affecting the cosmetics manufacturing and safety. adequate substantiation of cosmetic product safety is required by the federal food drug & cosmetic act (fd&c act). the fd&c act prohibits the marketing of dangerous, contaminated or misbranded cosmetics – whether they result from labels, ingredients, contaminants, processing, packaging, or shipping and handling – sold in the us. all cosmetic products sold in the us are required by law to be safe for consumer use.the cosmetics ingredient review (cir) is an independent expert body of leading scientists and medical doctors who review the safety of cosmetic ingredients. the cir prioritizes the ingredients it reviews based on how frequently such ingredients are used, as well as, their safety profile. the cir and fda work together to ensure that cosmetics and their ingredients are safe for consumers. the cosmetic, toiletry and fragrance association (ctfa) has issued a statement regarding the issue of lead in lipsticks saying that the average amount of lead a woman would be exposed to when using cosmetics is 1,000 times less than the amount she would get from eating, breathing, and drinking water that meets environmental protection agency (epa) drinking water standards. furthermore, according to ctfa, fda has set daily safe levels for lead exposure for adults, children and pregnant women. the fda also has set strict limits for lead levels allowed in the colors used in lipsticks, and analyze these colors to ensure they are followed. the products identified in the campaign for safe cosmetics (csc) report meet these standards. in fact, all the products tested in the csc report meet the california standards for safety established under their prop 65 process.[1] lead lessons the fda’s established limit for lead in candy is 0.1 ppm. however, this calculation is based on the ingestion of chocolate products that range from 13.5 to 44.9 grams daily. in comparison, the typical tube of lipstick is 2 to 4 grams. fda estimates that typical daily application of lipstick results in a total of about 20 milligrams of lipstick product being used by the average woman daily. based on this comparison, the daily exposure to lead from lipstick is significantly lower in total mass of lead exposure than the daily exposure of lead from eating chocolate candy. using the fda’s lead exposure estimate of 20mg of lead from lipstick and the campaign for safe cosmetics’ (csc) recent finding that peacekeeper’s paint me compassionate red lipstick contains 0.12 ppm of lead, then the accurate calculation is:0.12 ppm (or mg/kg) x 20 mg (mg/kg) = 0.0024 micrograms of daily lead exposure from peacekeeper lip paint.it is ultimately the mass of lead exposure that matters in health risk assessment. in other words, the total consumption of lead per day is what should be considered when determining health risk from lead exposure. beyond using the fda lead standard for chocolate candy, consider the proposition 65 standard for lead, 0.5 micrograms in mass per day, which is the toughest mass standard for lead exposure, to determine whether or not peacekeeper lip paints pose a health threat due to lead content. comparing the 0.5 mcg/day standard established by proposition 65 to the 0.0024 mcg found to be in peacekeeper’s paint me compassionate, it is clear that the lipstick does not pose a health risk from lead exposure.lead in our livesthe issue of lead exposure is of great concern especially due to several recent recalls of children’s toys containing dangerous levels of lead. to keep fear of lead in perspective, it is important to consider the following safety statistics:§ the u.s. environmental protection agency’s action level for lead in drinking water is 0.5 ppm § california’s proposition 65 has established a safe harbor level for lead at 0.5 mcg in mass per day about peacekeeperpeacekeeper is the first make-up company to donate all of its profits, after taxes, to women’s health and human rights advocacy issues. through its unique brand of “dual-purpose” cosmetics, peacekeeper encourages consumers to more fully recognize the level of abuse and inequality suffered around the globe – and to become an active part of the solution simply by how they choose a product. to learn more about the programs peacekeeper supports please visit www.iamapeacekeeper.com.
§ vitamin e is a fat-soluable antioxidant called tocopherol. antioxidants like vitamin e play a big role in protection against free radicals which contribute to chronic illnesses. § mica is a silicate mineral from the earth whose name comes from the latin word micare, which means "shine". § carmine is a pigment derived from carminic acid from the scales of certain insects such as the cochineal. carmine is a red color alternative to synthetic fd&c coloring. § titanium dioxide is the natural occurring oxide of titanium, a substance mined from the earth. titanium dioxide can be found in toothpastes and other food substances as well. § iron oxides consist of sixteen known compounds of either oxides or hydroxides and oxidehydroxides. iron oxide yields pigments which are used in cosmetics. they are considered non-toxic. § ultramarines also are found in the earth and are considered to be non-toxic. federal regulation of cosmeticsthe drug administration (fda) has authority to enforce laws affecting the cosmetics manufacturing and safety. adequate substantiation of cosmetic product safety is required by the federal food drug & cosmetic act (fd&c act). the fd&c act prohibits the marketing of dangerous, contaminated or misbranded cosmetics – whether they result from labels, ingredients, contaminants, processing, packaging, or shipping and handling – sold in the us. all cosmetic products sold in the us are required by law to be safe for consumer use.the cosmetics ingredient review (cir) is an independent expert body of leading scientists and medical doctors who review the safety of cosmetic ingredients. the cir prioritizes the ingredients it reviews based on how frequently such ingredients are used, as well as, their safety profile. the cir and fda work together to ensure that cosmetics and their ingredients are safe for consumers. the cosmetic, toiletry and fragrance association (ctfa) has issued a statement regarding the issue of lead in lipsticks saying that the average amount of lead a woman would be exposed to when using cosmetics is 1,000 times less than the amount she would get from eating, breathing, and drinking water that meets environmental protection agency (epa) drinking water standards. furthermore, according to ctfa, fda has set daily safe levels for lead exposure for adults, children and pregnant women. the fda also has set strict limits for lead levels allowed in the colors used in lipsticks, and analyze these colors to ensure they are followed. the products identified in the campaign for safe cosmetics (csc) report meet these standards. in fact, all the products tested in the csc report meet the california standards for safety established under their prop 65 process.[1] lead lessons the fda’s established limit for lead in candy is 0.1 ppm. however, this calculation is based on the ingestion of chocolate products that range from 13.5 to 44.9 grams daily. in comparison, the typical tube of lipstick is 2 to 4 grams. fda estimates that typical daily application of lipstick results in a total of about 20 milligrams of lipstick product being used by the average woman daily. based on this comparison, the daily exposure to lead from lipstick is significantly lower in total mass of lead exposure than the daily exposure of lead from eating chocolate candy. using the fda’s lead exposure estimate of 20mg of lead from lipstick and the campaign for safe cosmetics’ (csc) recent finding that peacekeeper’s paint me compassionate red lipstick contains 0.12 ppm of lead, then the accurate calculation is:0.12 ppm (or mg/kg) x 20 mg (mg/kg) = 0.0024 micrograms of daily lead exposure from peacekeeper lip paint.it is ultimately the mass of lead exposure that matters in health risk assessment. in other words, the total consumption of lead per day is what should be considered when determining health risk from lead exposure. beyond using the fda lead standard for chocolate candy, consider the proposition 65 standard for lead, 0.5 micrograms in mass per day, which is the toughest mass standard for lead exposure, to determine whether or not peacekeeper lip paints pose a health threat due to lead content. comparing the 0.5 mcg/day standard established by proposition 65 to the 0.0024 mcg found to be in peacekeeper’s paint me compassionate, it is clear that the lipstick does not pose a health risk from lead exposure.lead in our livesthe issue of lead exposure is of great concern especially due to several recent recalls of children’s toys containing dangerous levels of lead. to keep fear of lead in perspective, it is important to consider the following safety statistics:§ the u.s. environmental protection agency’s action level for lead in drinking water is 0.5 ppm § california’s proposition 65 has established a safe harbor level for lead at 0.5 mcg in mass per day about peacekeeperpeacekeeper is the first make-up company to donate all of its profits, after taxes, to women’s health and human rights advocacy issues. through its unique brand of “dual-purpose” cosmetics, peacekeeper encourages consumers to more fully recognize the level of abuse and inequality suffered around the globe – and to become an active part of the solution simply by how they choose a product. to learn more about the programs peacekeeper supports please visit www.iamapeacekeeper.com.
§ mica is a silicate mineral from the earth whose name comes from the latin word micare, which means "shine". § carmine is a pigment derived from carminic acid from the scales of certain insects such as the cochineal. carmine is a red color alternative to synthetic fd&c coloring. § titanium dioxide is the natural occurring oxide of titanium, a substance mined from the earth. titanium dioxide can be found in toothpastes and other food substances as well. § iron oxides consist of sixteen known compounds of either oxides or hydroxides and oxidehydroxides. iron oxide yields pigments which are used in cosmetics. they are considered non-toxic. § ultramarines also are found in the earth and are considered to be non-toxic. federal regulation of cosmeticsthe drug administration (fda) has authority to enforce laws affecting the cosmetics manufacturing and safety. adequate substantiation of cosmetic product safety is required by the federal food drug & cosmetic act (fd&c act). the fd&c act prohibits the marketing of dangerous, contaminated or misbranded cosmetics – whether they result from labels, ingredients, contaminants, processing, packaging, or shipping and handling – sold in the us. all cosmetic products sold in the us are required by law to be safe for consumer use.the cosmetics ingredient review (cir) is an independent expert body of leading scientists and medical doctors who review the safety of cosmetic ingredients. the cir prioritizes the ingredients it reviews based on how frequently such ingredients are used, as well as, their safety profile. the cir and fda work together to ensure that cosmetics and their ingredients are safe for consumers. the cosmetic, toiletry and fragrance association (ctfa) has issued a statement regarding the issue of lead in lipsticks saying that the average amount of lead a woman would be exposed to when using cosmetics is 1,000 times less than the amount she would get from eating, breathing, and drinking water that meets environmental protection agency (epa) drinking water standards. furthermore, according to ctfa, fda has set daily safe levels for lead exposure for adults, children and pregnant women. the fda also has set strict limits for lead levels allowed in the colors used in lipsticks, and analyze these colors to ensure they are followed. the products identified in the campaign for safe cosmetics (csc) report meet these standards. in fact, all the products tested in the csc report meet the california standards for safety established under their prop 65 process.[1] lead lessons the fda’s established limit for lead in candy is 0.1 ppm. however, this calculation is based on the ingestion of chocolate products that range from 13.5 to 44.9 grams daily. in comparison, the typical tube of lipstick is 2 to 4 grams. fda estimates that typical daily application of lipstick results in a total of about 20 milligrams of lipstick product being used by the average woman daily. based on this comparison, the daily exposure to lead from lipstick is significantly lower in total mass of lead exposure than the daily exposure of lead from eating chocolate candy. using the fda’s lead exposure estimate of 20mg of lead from lipstick and the campaign for safe cosmetics’ (csc) recent finding that peacekeeper’s paint me compassionate red lipstick contains 0.12 ppm of lead, then the accurate calculation is:0.12 ppm (or mg/kg) x 20 mg (mg/kg) = 0.0024 micrograms of daily lead exposure from peacekeeper lip paint.it is ultimately the mass of lead exposure that matters in health risk assessment. in other words, the total consumption of lead per day is what should be considered when determining health risk from lead exposure. beyond using the fda lead standard for chocolate candy, consider the proposition 65 standard for lead, 0.5 micrograms in mass per day, which is the toughest mass standard for lead exposure, to determine whether or not peacekeeper lip paints pose a health threat due to lead content. comparing the 0.5 mcg/day standard established by proposition 65 to the 0.0024 mcg found to be in peacekeeper’s paint me compassionate, it is clear that the lipstick does not pose a health risk from lead exposure.lead in our livesthe issue of lead exposure is of great concern especially due to several recent recalls of children’s toys containing dangerous levels of lead. to keep fear of lead in perspective, it is important to consider the following safety statistics:§ the u.s. environmental protection agency’s action level for lead in drinking water is 0.5 ppm § california’s proposition 65 has established a safe harbor level for lead at 0.5 mcg in mass per day about peacekeeperpeacekeeper is the first make-up company to donate all of its profits, after taxes, to women’s health and human rights advocacy issues. through its unique brand of “dual-purpose” cosmetics, peacekeeper encourages consumers to more fully recognize the level of abuse and inequality suffered around the globe – and to become an active part of the solution simply by how they choose a product. to learn more about the programs peacekeeper supports please visit www.iamapeacekeeper.com.
§ carmine is a pigment derived from carminic acid from the scales of certain insects such as the cochineal. carmine is a red color alternative to synthetic fd&c coloring. § titanium dioxide is the natural occurring oxide of titanium, a substance mined from the earth. titanium dioxide can be found in toothpastes and other food substances as well. § iron oxides consist of sixteen known compounds of either oxides or hydroxides and oxidehydroxides. iron oxide yields pigments which are used in cosmetics. they are considered non-toxic. § ultramarines also are found in the earth and are considered to be non-toxic. federal regulation of cosmeticsthe drug administration (fda) has authority to enforce laws affecting the cosmetics manufacturing and safety. adequate substantiation of cosmetic product safety is required by the federal food drug & cosmetic act (fd&c act). the fd&c act prohibits the marketing of dangerous, contaminated or misbranded cosmetics – whether they result from labels, ingredients, contaminants, processing, packaging, or shipping and handling – sold in the us. all cosmetic products sold in the us are required by law to be safe for consumer use.the cosmetics ingredient review (cir) is an independent expert body of leading scientists and medical doctors who review the safety of cosmetic ingredients. the cir prioritizes the ingredients it reviews based on how frequently such ingredients are used, as well as, their safety profile. the cir and fda work together to ensure that cosmetics and their ingredients are safe for consumers. the cosmetic, toiletry and fragrance association (ctfa) has issued a statement regarding the issue of lead in lipsticks saying that the average amount of lead a woman would be exposed to when using cosmetics is 1,000 times less than the amount she would get from eating, breathing, and drinking water that meets environmental protection agency (epa) drinking water standards. furthermore, according to ctfa, fda has set daily safe levels for lead exposure for adults, children and pregnant women. the fda also has set strict limits for lead levels allowed in the colors used in lipsticks, and analyze these colors to ensure they are followed. the products identified in the campaign for safe cosmetics (csc) report meet these standards. in fact, all the products tested in the csc report meet the california standards for safety established under their prop 65 process.[1] lead lessons the fda’s established limit for lead in candy is 0.1 ppm. however, this calculation is based on the ingestion of chocolate products that range from 13.5 to 44.9 grams daily. in comparison, the typical tube of lipstick is 2 to 4 grams. fda estimates that typical daily application of lipstick results in a total of about 20 milligrams of lipstick product being used by the average woman daily. based on this comparison, the daily exposure to lead from lipstick is significantly lower in total mass of lead exposure than the daily exposure of lead from eating chocolate candy. using the fda’s lead exposure estimate of 20mg of lead from lipstick and the campaign for safe cosmetics’ (csc) recent finding that peacekeeper’s paint me compassionate red lipstick contains 0.12 ppm of lead, then the accurate calculation is:0.12 ppm (or mg/kg) x 20 mg (mg/kg) = 0.0024 micrograms of daily lead exposure from peacekeeper lip paint.it is ultimately the mass of lead exposure that matters in health risk assessment. in other words, the total consumption of lead per day is what should be considered when determining health risk from lead exposure. beyond using the fda lead standard for chocolate candy, consider the proposition 65 standard for lead, 0.5 micrograms in mass per day, which is the toughest mass standard for lead exposure, to determine whether or not peacekeeper lip paints pose a health threat due to lead content. comparing the 0.5 mcg/day standard established by proposition 65 to the 0.0024 mcg found to be in peacekeeper’s paint me compassionate, it is clear that the lipstick does not pose a health risk from lead exposure.lead in our livesthe issue of lead exposure is of great concern especially due to several recent recalls of children’s toys containing dangerous levels of lead. to keep fear of lead in perspective, it is important to consider the following safety statistics:§ the u.s. environmental protection agency’s action level for lead in drinking water is 0.5 ppm § california’s proposition 65 has established a safe harbor level for lead at 0.5 mcg in mass per day about peacekeeperpeacekeeper is the first make-up company to donate all of its profits, after taxes, to women’s health and human rights advocacy issues. through its unique brand of “dual-purpose” cosmetics, peacekeeper encourages consumers to more fully recognize the level of abuse and inequality suffered around the globe – and to become an active part of the solution simply by how they choose a product. to learn more about the programs peacekeeper supports please visit www.iamapeacekeeper.com.
§ titanium dioxide is the natural occurring oxide of titanium, a substance mined from the earth. titanium dioxide can be found in toothpastes and other food substances as well. § iron oxides consist of sixteen known compounds of either oxides or hydroxides and oxidehydroxides. iron oxide yields pigments which are used in cosmetics. they are considered non-toxic. § ultramarines also are found in the earth and are considered to be non-toxic. federal regulation of cosmeticsthe drug administration (fda) has authority to enforce laws affecting the cosmetics manufacturing and safety. adequate substantiation of cosmetic product safety is required by the federal food drug & cosmetic act (fd&c act). the fd&c act prohibits the marketing of dangerous, contaminated or misbranded cosmetics – whether they result from labels, ingredients, contaminants, processing, packaging, or shipping and handling – sold in the us. all cosmetic products sold in the us are required by law to be safe for consumer use.the cosmetics ingredient review (cir) is an independent expert body of leading scientists and medical doctors who review the safety of cosmetic ingredients. the cir prioritizes the ingredients it reviews based on how frequently such ingredients are used, as well as, their safety profile. the cir and fda work together to ensure that cosmetics and their ingredients are safe for consumers. the cosmetic, toiletry and fragrance association (ctfa) has issued a statement regarding the issue of lead in lipsticks saying that the average amount of lead a woman would be exposed to when using cosmetics is 1,000 times less than the amount she would get from eating, breathing, and drinking water that meets environmental protection agency (epa) drinking water standards. furthermore, according to ctfa, fda has set daily safe levels for lead exposure for adults, children and pregnant women. the fda also has set strict limits for lead levels allowed in the colors used in lipsticks, and analyze these colors to ensure they are followed. the products identified in the campaign for safe cosmetics (csc) report meet these standards. in fact, all the products tested in the csc report meet the california standards for safety established under their prop 65 process.[1] lead lessons the fda’s established limit for lead in candy is 0.1 ppm. however, this calculation is based on the ingestion of chocolate products that range from 13.5 to 44.9 grams daily. in comparison, the typical tube of lipstick is 2 to 4 grams. fda estimates that typical daily application of lipstick results in a total of about 20 milligrams of lipstick product being used by the average woman daily. based on this comparison, the daily exposure to lead from lipstick is significantly lower in total mass of lead exposure than the daily exposure of lead from eating chocolate candy. using the fda’s lead exposure estimate of 20mg of lead from lipstick and the campaign for safe cosmetics’ (csc) recent finding that peacekeeper’s paint me compassionate red lipstick contains 0.12 ppm of lead, then the accurate calculation is:0.12 ppm (or mg/kg) x 20 mg (mg/kg) = 0.0024 micrograms of daily lead exposure from peacekeeper lip paint.it is ultimately the mass of lead exposure that matters in health risk assessment. in other words, the total consumption of lead per day is what should be considered when determining health risk from lead exposure. beyond using the fda lead standard for chocolate candy, consider the proposition 65 standard for lead, 0.5 micrograms in mass per day, which is the toughest mass standard for lead exposure, to determine whether or not peacekeeper lip paints pose a health threat due to lead content. comparing the 0.5 mcg/day standard established by proposition 65 to the 0.0024 mcg found to be in peacekeeper’s paint me compassionate, it is clear that the lipstick does not pose a health risk from lead exposure.lead in our livesthe issue of lead exposure is of great concern especially due to several recent recalls of children’s toys containing dangerous levels of lead. to keep fear of lead in perspective, it is important to consider the following safety statistics:§ the u.s. environmental protection agency’s action level for lead in drinking water is 0.5 ppm § california’s proposition 65 has established a safe harbor level for lead at 0.5 mcg in mass per day about peacekeeperpeacekeeper is the first make-up company to donate all of its profits, after taxes, to women’s health and human rights advocacy issues. through its unique brand of “dual-purpose” cosmetics, peacekeeper encourages consumers to more fully recognize the level of abuse and inequality suffered around the globe – and to become an active part of the solution simply by how they choose a product. to learn more about the programs peacekeeper supports please visit www.iamapeacekeeper.com.
§ iron oxides consist of sixteen known compounds of either oxides or hydroxides and oxidehydroxides. iron oxide yields pigments which are used in cosmetics. they are considered non-toxic. § ultramarines also are found in the earth and are considered to be non-toxic. federal regulation of cosmeticsthe drug administration (fda) has authority to enforce laws affecting the cosmetics manufacturing and safety. adequate substantiation of cosmetic product safety is required by the federal food drug & cosmetic act (fd&c act). the fd&c act prohibits the marketing of dangerous, contaminated or misbranded cosmetics – whether they result from labels, ingredients, contaminants, processing, packaging, or shipping and handling – sold in the us. all cosmetic products sold in the us are required by law to be safe for consumer use.the cosmetics ingredient review (cir) is an independent expert body of leading scientists and medical doctors who review the safety of cosmetic ingredients. the cir prioritizes the ingredients it reviews based on how frequently such ingredients are used, as well as, their safety profile. the cir and fda work together to ensure that cosmetics and their ingredients are safe for consumers. the cosmetic, toiletry and fragrance association (ctfa) has issued a statement regarding the issue of lead in lipsticks saying that the average amount of lead a woman would be exposed to when using cosmetics is 1,000 times less than the amount she would get from eating, breathing, and drinking water that meets environmental protection agency (epa) drinking water standards. furthermore, according to ctfa, fda has set daily safe levels for lead exposure for adults, children and pregnant women. the fda also has set strict limits for lead levels allowed in the colors used in lipsticks, and analyze these colors to ensure they are followed. the products identified in the campaign for safe cosmetics (csc) report meet these standards. in fact, all the products tested in the csc report meet the california standards for safety established under their prop 65 process.[1] lead lessons the fda’s established limit for lead in candy is 0.1 ppm. however, this calculation is based on the ingestion of chocolate products that range from 13.5 to 44.9 grams daily. in comparison, the typical tube of lipstick is 2 to 4 grams. fda estimates that typical daily application of lipstick results in a total of about 20 milligrams of lipstick product being used by the average woman daily. based on this comparison, the daily exposure to lead from lipstick is significantly lower in total mass of lead exposure than the daily exposure of lead from eating chocolate candy. using the fda’s lead exposure estimate of 20mg of lead from lipstick and the campaign for safe cosmetics’ (csc) recent finding that peacekeeper’s paint me compassionate red lipstick contains 0.12 ppm of lead, then the accurate calculation is:0.12 ppm (or mg/kg) x 20 mg (mg/kg) = 0.0024 micrograms of daily lead exposure from peacekeeper lip paint.it is ultimately the mass of lead exposure that matters in health risk assessment. in other words, the total consumption of lead per day is what should be considered when determining health risk from lead exposure. beyond using the fda lead standard for chocolate candy, consider the proposition 65 standard for lead, 0.5 micrograms in mass per day, which is the toughest mass standard for lead exposure, to determine whether or not peacekeeper lip paints pose a health threat due to lead content. comparing the 0.5 mcg/day standard established by proposition 65 to the 0.0024 mcg found to be in peacekeeper’s paint me compassionate, it is clear that the lipstick does not pose a health risk from lead exposure.lead in our livesthe issue of lead exposure is of great concern especially due to several recent recalls of children’s toys containing dangerous levels of lead. to keep fear of lead in perspective, it is important to consider the following safety statistics:§ the u.s. environmental protection agency’s action level for lead in drinking water is 0.5 ppm § california’s proposition 65 has established a safe harbor level for lead at 0.5 mcg in mass per day about peacekeeperpeacekeeper is the first make-up company to donate all of its profits, after taxes, to women’s health and human rights advocacy issues. through its unique brand of “dual-purpose” cosmetics, peacekeeper encourages consumers to more fully recognize the level of abuse and inequality suffered around the globe – and to become an active part of the solution simply by how they choose a product. to learn more about the programs peacekeeper supports please visit www.iamapeacekeeper.com.
§ ultramarines also are found in the earth and are considered to be non-toxic. federal regulation of cosmeticsthe drug administration (fda) has authority to enforce laws affecting the cosmetics manufacturing and safety. adequate substantiation of cosmetic product safety is required by the federal food drug & cosmetic act (fd&c act). the fd&c act prohibits the marketing of dangerous, contaminated or misbranded cosmetics – whether they result from labels, ingredients, contaminants, processing, packaging, or shipping and handling – sold in the us. all cosmetic products sold in the us are required by law to be safe for consumer use.the cosmetics ingredient review (cir) is an independent expert body of leading scientists and medical doctors who review the safety of cosmetic ingredients. the cir prioritizes the ingredients it reviews based on how frequently such ingredients are used, as well as, their safety profile. the cir and fda work together to ensure that cosmetics and their ingredients are safe for consumers. the cosmetic, toiletry and fragrance association (ctfa) has issued a statement regarding the issue of lead in lipsticks saying that the average amount of lead a woman would be exposed to when using cosmetics is 1,000 times less than the amount she would get from eating, breathing, and drinking water that meets environmental protection agency (epa) drinking water standards. furthermore, according to ctfa, fda has set daily safe levels for lead exposure for adults, children and pregnant women. the fda also has set strict limits for lead levels allowed in the colors used in lipsticks, and analyze these colors to ensure they are followed. the products identified in the campaign for safe cosmetics (csc) report meet these standards. in fact, all the products tested in the csc report meet the california standards for safety established under their prop 65 process.[1] lead lessons the fda’s established limit for lead in candy is 0.1 ppm. however, this calculation is based on the ingestion of chocolate products that range from 13.5 to 44.9 grams daily. in comparison, the typical tube of lipstick is 2 to 4 grams. fda estimates that typical daily application of lipstick results in a total of about 20 milligrams of lipstick product being used by the average woman daily. based on this comparison, the daily exposure to lead from lipstick is significantly lower in total mass of lead exposure than the daily exposure of lead from eating chocolate candy. using the fda’s lead exposure estimate of 20mg of lead from lipstick and the campaign for safe cosmetics’ (csc) recent finding that peacekeeper’s paint me compassionate red lipstick contains 0.12 ppm of lead, then the accurate calculation is:0.12 ppm (or mg/kg) x 20 mg (mg/kg) = 0.0024 micrograms of daily lead exposure from peacekeeper lip paint.it is ultimately the mass of lead exposure that matters in health risk assessment. in other words, the total consumption of lead per day is what should be considered when determining health risk from lead exposure. beyond using the fda lead standard for chocolate candy, consider the proposition 65 standard for lead, 0.5 micrograms in mass per day, which is the toughest mass standard for lead exposure, to determine whether or not peacekeeper lip paints pose a health threat due to lead content. comparing the 0.5 mcg/day standard established by proposition 65 to the 0.0024 mcg found to be in peacekeeper’s paint me compassionate, it is clear that the lipstick does not pose a health risk from lead exposure.lead in our livesthe issue of lead exposure is of great concern especially due to several recent recalls of children’s toys containing dangerous levels of lead. to keep fear of lead in perspective, it is important to consider the following safety statistics:§ the u.s. environmental protection agency’s action level for lead in drinking water is 0.5 ppm § california’s proposition 65 has established a safe harbor level for lead at 0.5 mcg in mass per day about peacekeeperpeacekeeper is the first make-up company to donate all of its profits, after taxes, to women’s health and human rights advocacy issues. through its unique brand of “dual-purpose” cosmetics, peacekeeper encourages consumers to more fully recognize the level of abuse and inequality suffered around the globe – and to become an active part of the solution simply by how they choose a product. to learn more about the programs peacekeeper supports please visit www.iamapeacekeeper.com.
federal regulation of cosmetics
the drug administration (fda) has authority to enforce laws affecting the cosmetics manufacturing and safety. adequate substantiation of cosmetic product safety is required by the federal food drug & cosmetic act (fd&c act). the fd&c act prohibits the marketing of dangerous, contaminated or misbranded cosmetics – whether they result from labels, ingredients, contaminants, processing, packaging, or shipping and handling – sold in the us. all cosmetic products sold in the us are required by law to be safe for consumer use.
the cosmetics ingredient review (cir) is an independent expert body of leading scientists and medical doctors who review the safety of cosmetic ingredients. the cir prioritizes the ingredients it reviews based on how frequently such ingredients are used, as well as, their safety profile. the cir and fda work together to ensure that cosmetics and their ingredients are safe for consumers.
the cosmetic, toiletry and fragrance association (ctfa) has issued a statement regarding the issue of lead in lipsticks saying that the average amount of lead a woman would be exposed to when using cosmetics is 1,000 times less than the amount she would get from eating, breathing, and drinking water that meets environmental protection agency (epa) drinking water standards. furthermore, according to ctfa, fda has set daily safe levels for lead exposure for adults, children and pregnant women. the fda also has set strict limits for lead levels allowed in the colors used in lipsticks, and analyze these colors to ensure they are followed. the products identified in the campaign for safe cosmetics (csc) report meet these standards. in fact, all the products tested in the csc report meet the california standards for safety established under their prop 65 process.[1]
lead lessons the fda’s established limit for lead in candy is 0.1 ppm. however, this calculation is based on the ingestion of chocolate products that range from 13.5 to 44.9 grams daily. in comparison, the typical tube of lipstick is 2 to 4 grams. fda estimates that typical daily application of lipstick results in a total of about 20 milligrams of lipstick product being used by the average woman daily. based on this comparison, the daily exposure to lead from lipstick is significantly lower in total mass of lead exposure than the daily exposure of lead from eating chocolate candy. using the fda’s lead exposure estimate of 20mg of lead from lipstick and the campaign for safe cosmetics’ (csc) recent finding that peacekeeper’s paint me compassionate red lipstick contains 0.12 ppm of lead, then the accurate calculation is:0.12 ppm (or mg/kg) x 20 mg (mg/kg) = 0.0024 micrograms of daily lead exposure from peacekeeper lip paint.it is ultimately the mass of lead exposure that matters in health risk assessment. in other words, the total consumption of lead per day is what should be considered when determining health risk from lead exposure. beyond using the fda lead standard for chocolate candy, consider the proposition 65 standard for lead, 0.5 micrograms in mass per day, which is the toughest mass standard for lead exposure, to determine whether or not peacekeeper lip paints pose a health threat due to lead content. comparing the 0.5 mcg/day standard established by proposition 65 to the 0.0024 mcg found to be in peacekeeper’s paint me compassionate, it is clear that the lipstick does not pose a health risk from lead exposure.lead in our livesthe issue of lead exposure is of great concern especially due to several recent recalls of children’s toys containing dangerous levels of lead. to keep fear of lead in perspective, it is important to consider the following safety statistics:§ the u.s. environmental protection agency’s action level for lead in drinking water is 0.5 ppm § california’s proposition 65 has established a safe harbor level for lead at 0.5 mcg in mass per day about peacekeeperpeacekeeper is the first make-up company to donate all of its profits, after taxes, to women’s health and human rights advocacy issues. through its unique brand of “dual-purpose” cosmetics, peacekeeper encourages consumers to more fully recognize the level of abuse and inequality suffered around the globe – and to become an active part of the solution simply by how they choose a product. to learn more about the programs peacekeeper supports please visit www.iamapeacekeeper.com.
the fda’s established limit for lead in candy is 0.1 ppm. however, this calculation is based on the ingestion of chocolate products that range from 13.5 to 44.9 grams daily. in comparison, the typical tube of lipstick is 2 to 4 grams. fda estimates that typical daily application of lipstick results in a total of about 20 milligrams of lipstick product being used by the average woman daily. based on this comparison, the daily exposure to lead from lipstick is significantly lower in total mass of lead exposure than the daily exposure of lead from eating chocolate candy.
using the fda’s lead exposure estimate of 20mg of lead from lipstick and the campaign for safe cosmetics’ (csc) recent finding that peacekeeper’s paint me compassionate red lipstick contains 0.12 ppm of lead, then the accurate calculation is:
0.12 ppm (or mg/kg) x 20 mg (mg/kg) = 0.0024 micrograms of daily lead exposure from peacekeeper lip paint.
it is ultimately the mass of lead exposure that matters in health risk assessment. in other words, the total consumption of lead per day is what should be considered when determining health risk from lead exposure. beyond using the fda lead standard for chocolate candy, consider the proposition 65 standard for lead, 0.5 micrograms in mass per day, which is the toughest mass standard for lead exposure, to determine whether or not peacekeeper lip paints pose a health threat due to lead content. comparing the 0.5 mcg/day standard established by proposition 65 to the 0.0024 mcg found to be in peacekeeper’s paint me compassionate, it is clear that the lipstick does not pose a health risk from lead exposure.
lead in our lives
the issue of lead exposure is of great concern especially due to several recent recalls of children’s toys containing dangerous levels of lead. to keep fear of lead in perspective, it is important to consider the following safety statistics:
§ the u.s. environmental protection agency’s action level for lead in drinking water is 0.5 ppm § california’s proposition 65 has established a safe harbor level for lead at 0.5 mcg in mass per day about peacekeeperpeacekeeper is the first make-up company to donate all of its profits, after taxes, to women’s health and human rights advocacy issues. through its unique brand of “dual-purpose” cosmetics, peacekeeper encourages consumers to more fully recognize the level of abuse and inequality suffered around the globe – and to become an active part of the solution simply by how they choose a product. to learn more about the programs peacekeeper supports please visit www.iamapeacekeeper.com.
§ california’s proposition 65 has established a safe harbor level for lead at 0.5 mcg in mass per day about peacekeeperpeacekeeper is the first make-up company to donate all of its profits, after taxes, to women’s health and human rights advocacy issues. through its unique brand of “dual-purpose” cosmetics, peacekeeper encourages consumers to more fully recognize the level of abuse and inequality suffered around the globe – and to become an active part of the solution simply by how they choose a product. to learn more about the programs peacekeeper supports please visit www.iamapeacekeeper.com.
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peacekeeper is the first make-up company to donate all of its profits, after taxes, to women’s health and human rights advocacy issues. through its unique brand of “dual-purpose” cosmetics, peacekeeper encourages consumers to more fully recognize the level of abuse and inequality suffered around the globe – and to become an active part of the solution simply by how they choose a product. to learn more about the programs peacekeeper supports please visit www.iamapeacekeeper.com.
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from jody
dear peacekeepers,
i want to start this letter by telling you that my mother was diagnosed with breast cancer in 1972 at age 52 and died at 63. she was diagnosed way before the medical community had any real treatment for breast cancer besides radical mastectomies and the chances for survival were slim. eight out of ten women who were in her circle of friends also contracted breast cancer. environmental contamination and smoking for 30 years were determined to be probable causes.
so you can understand why protecting women from toxins in make-up (and elsewhere) is deeply important to me.
since peacekeeper’s inception, i have personally been learning more and more about ingredients with my chemists to insure that we are on the leading edge. whenever we have a chance to tweek our formulas with superior ingredients, we do. the environmental working group has rated our mineral-based formulas as one of the safest in america without parabens, phthalates, formaldehyde, acetone, toluene, mineral oil, fd&c colors, artificial fragrances, artificial preservatives, and of course, no animal testing.
however, some people are mistakenly measuring lead content in cosmetics by using food measurements. they use a measurement for eating an entire bar of chocolate a day vs. smearing lipstick on the lips four or five times a day. and this measurement is misleading and incorrect. it’s also designed to scare women. even if a woman was to eat an entire tube of lipstick in one sitting (certainly not advised), it is only 2 to 4 grams vs. 40 grams which is the typical weight of a chocolate bar. therefore, the correct measurement to determine lead in minerals which are used in peacekeeper's lipstick is california’s proposition 65 which has set a limit of 0.5 micrograms (mcg) in mass per day, the strictest mass standard in the nation for lead exposure. using peacekeeper's lipsticks are safe as they come nowhere near those limits (200 percent lower than the limit) when worn numerous times a day.
i write this letter to reiterate peacekeeper’s commitment to health and safety for humans and the environment, and as a reminder that as a responsible citizen, it is important to stay informed with accurate information.
my mom would say that there are all sorts of challenging folks in society who would use unsubstantiated measurements to confuse consumers. we’re not interested in engaging with them. we’re interest in collaboration, honest conversations and compassionately learning together the whole truth.
yours in peacekeeping, jody
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