Chemicals in Self-Care Products Linked to Early Puberty in Girls

Chemicals in self-care products like shampoo, toothpastes and soaps are linked to early puberty in girls.

A recent study has found a link between pre-birth or peripubertal exposure to chemicals found in common personal care products and the onset of early puberty in young women.

Chemicals like phthalates, parabens and other phenols are found in cosmetic products, shampoos and even toothpastes and soaps. Previous works have shown that these chemicals or their precursors, are associated with altered pubertal timing in animals.