Formaldehyde in Victoria Secrets bras?

Now, I have heard it all – formaldehyde in their bras is being blamed for making some women sick. We do live in a toxic world – but our bras?

You may be asking “why” would they put formaldehyd in a bra? It is used in so many building products such as flooring, particleboard, and cabinetry – so what is its purpose in material? (especially in a bra)

It is widely used in the fabric industry, ever heard of permanent press? It also is an anti-wrinkle, anti-shrink and helps resist mildew.  But, formaldehyde is listed as a probable carcinogen. Repeated exposure can exacerbate asthma, wheezing, coughing – and create severe allergeric reactions. Irritation in the eyes, nose and throat as well as headaches and fatigue.

It was well publicized thata people who were in “Katrina” trailers were becoming sick from the high levels of formaldehyde exposure. Heat and humidity will increase the emissions of the resins – so the levels are unpredictible. The regulation in the US is very lax compared to other countries. The acceptable level for the US is 300 ppm, while Japan is only 75 ppm.

There are alternatives when designing for your healthy home. Ask for formaldehyde free cabinetry and building products. Make smart choices for your family’s health.  You need to beware of what you eat, drink, breathe AND wear! 

to read the entire Victoria Secret article:

http://articles.mercola.com/sites/articles/archive/2008/12/02/is-there-a-toxic-secret-in-victoria-s-secret-bras.aspx