Choosing skincare should be treated with the same care as choosing what we eat—yet many products on the shelves contain harmful ingredients that can damage the skin or even affect overall health. Reports have linked certain synthetic components in beauty products to skin cancer, hormonal imbalance, irritation, and other health risks. Here are five common toxic ingredients to avoid: Parabens – Found in many products as preservatives. Linked to breast cancer tumours, hormonal imbalance, and early puberty. Look out for names ending in -butyl, -methyl, -propyl. Benzoyl Peroxide – Common...