Toluene is the aromatic compound that is an antioxidant and solvent. The International Fragrance Association has stated it to be unsafe for use in cosmetics and the CIR has put restrictions on the concentration limits and use limitations. There is strong evidence showing toluene to be a human developmental toxicant meaning there can be developmental and reproductive toxicity ranging from birth defects to development delays in children to infertility to reproductive organ cancers. There is strong evidence supporting neurotoxicity meaning there are health concerns ranging from development delays to chronic nerve degeneration diseases. The EPA states it to be a known human respiratory toxicant with other organ system toxicity concerns of one or more biological systems in the body such as cardiovascular, stomach and digestive systems. The EU states toluene is classified as an irritant to the skin, eyes, and lungs. The EPA has also linked it to concerns with wildlife and environmental toxicity, this may include fish, wildlife, plants and other wild organisms. Another health concern is the possibility of contamination with benzene which is a known carcinogen and is banned by Canada and the EU for use in cosmetics.

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 do not contain Toluene 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 Toluene are:

John Maters Organics Evening Primrose Shampoo for Dry Hair

Alaskan Glacial Facial Purifying Mineral Mud Masque

Pharmacopia Organic Body Lotion

Juice Beauty Cleansing Milk