How to Find Paraben-Free Soap

Parabens have been linked to cancer and increased estrogen levels. Many people are also allergic to parabens and develop skin irritation from the products. The good news is that there are many paraben-free soap alternatives to choose from. Read on to learn how to find paraben-free soap.

Instructions

Difficulty: Easy

1. Check online for paraben-free products. Read the item description and look for a specific paraben-free label. Find customer reviews for recommendations. Consider emailing the manufacturer to ask for some free samples of the product before you buy.
2. Venture to your local Whole Foods or health food store. Most stores like these have a good selection of paraben-free soaps. This way, you can compare products side by side in the store to help you make your decision.
3. Read the label even to check for common parabens like propylparaben, ethylparaben and butylparaben. Look online for other paraben names. Bring a list of them with you if you can't remember the names.
4. Find paraben-free products at other local retailers as well, but be ready to spend more time searching the labels to find a paraben-free soap.
5. Try different brands until you find the right paraben-free soap for your needs. There are plenty of options out there so keep looking until you find one that works for you.