TEA is an alkanolamine made from ammonia and ethylene oxide. It is a fragrance ingredient, pH adjuster, surfactant and emulsifying agent. The CIR has placed restrictions on this ingredient regarding the concentration amounts. There is strong evidence showing this ingredient to be an immune and respiratory toxicant meaning there are health problems ranging from allergic reactions to an incapacity to fight disease and repair damaged tissue in the body. There are a few test showing cell mutation and tumor formations in animals meaning it might be a possible carcinogen. In low doses this ingredient shows possible organ system toxicity meaning it can be linked to toxicity of one or more biological systems in the body such as cardiovascular, stomach and digestive systems. There is a possibility for endocrine disruption meaning the body's natural hormones, chemicals that carry messages across the body to manage growth, tissue repair, and reproduction are effected. In moderate doses evidence has shown a link to eye, skin and respiratory tract irritation. Another major concern with this ingredient is the possibility of contamination of nitrosamines. Its toxic effect in animals has been attributed to over alkalinity. It is harmful and can cause severe facial dermatitis and contact dermatitis.

BTrue Naturals is promoting products for clean living. We have sought out to bring you companies that focus on using natural ingredients, create higher standards for our company, help educate people on safe and effective products, find companies who are environmentally aware. All the products we carry at BTrue Naturals contain little or no TEA (Triethanolamine) along with many other toxic chemicals. The products we carry have no artificial colors, no artificial fragrances, no parabens, no phthalates, no propylene glycol, no SLS/SLES, no animal testing.

A few products of interest might be that do not contain TEA (Triethanolamine) are:

Earth Science Almond-Aloe Facial Moisturizer Fragrance Free

Deep Steep Rich Body Butter

Earth Science Azulene Moisturizing Shave Creme

Lafe's Natural and Organic Baby Lotion