Catch up on the latest news and analysis from EWG’s team of experts.
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Protect yourself from bug bites with an effective repellent
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Best bang for your buck: Kids sunscreens
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What you need to know about international sunscreens
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Best bang for your buck: Mascaras
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Skinimalism: Multi-use products to simplify your routines
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Super Bowl ads: Showcasing snacks and makeup with toxic chemicals
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Pucker up for less: Lipsticks that won’t break the bank this Valentine’s Day
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Hundreds of chemicals in everyday consumer products may increase breast cancer risk
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Soothe dry skin this winter with safer balms and salves
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Reforming federal cosmetics law: What is the Modernization of Cosmetics Regulation Act?
Almost a year ago, President Joe Biden signed the Modernization of Cosmetics Regulation Act of 2022, or MoCRA, into law, marking the first significant update to the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic...
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How EWG saved Christmas: Healthy stocking stuffers under $20
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EWG’s 2023 gift guide
Choosing a gift for someone is challenging enough without the added worry of whether the item is full of potentially harmful chemicals.
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Holiday shopping, handled: The best (and cleanest) pampering gifts for everyone on your shopping list
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It’s no-shave November, not no-care November: Caring for your facial hair
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EWG scores crucial victories with three new California laws to protect your health
In a major win for people aiming to live healthier lives, EWG has helped usher in six new California laws that will reduce exposure to harmful chemicals in food, cosmetics and other products – and...
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Why one innovative sunscreen company wants their products EWG VERIFIED®
Why would a sunscreen company want to get EWG VERIFIED®? It’s a question we asked Autumn Blum, founder of Stream2Sea, which makes the only mineral-based sunscreens to be tested and proven safe for...
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New research: PFAS detected in some menstrual and incontinence products
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What are parabens?
Parabens are a group of chemicals that preserve our personal care products. But their extensive use in these everyday items puts people at repeated risk of exposure.
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What is fragrance?
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What’s in your beach bag? Top-rated sunscreens and skin products this summer
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