July 23, 2025

Perfumes and Lotions Disrupt Your Natural Air Shield - AI Podcast

7 minutes

Story at-a-glance

Your body is surrounded by an "oxidation field" made of reactive hydroxyl molecules (OH). This protective layer helps break down harmful pollutants in the air before they reach your lungs or enter your body through the skin
Nearly 90% of U.S. adults use personal care products daily, but these items release airborne compounds that disrupt your body's natural chemical shield
Even "fragrance-free" lotions contain chemicals that make the skin's natural ozone shield become less than half as effective
Personal care product chemicals concentrate around your face and chest, creating highly reactive zones that rapidly deplete protective radicals in your breathing space
To reduce your exposure to these compounds, switch to safer alternatives like essential oil-based scents, natural deodorizers like baking soda, and single-ingredient moisturizers such as coconut oil

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By Dr. Mercola

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14871,487 ratings

July 23, 2025

7 minutes

Story at-a-glance

Your body is surrounded by an "oxidation field" made of reactive hydroxyl molecules (OH). This protective layer helps break down harmful pollutants in the air before they reach your lungs or enter your body through the skin
Nearly 90% of U.S. adults use personal care products daily, but these items release airborne compounds that disrupt your body's natural chemical shield
Even "fragrance-free" lotions contain chemicals that make the skin's natural ozone shield become less than half as effective
Personal care product chemicals concentrate around your face and chest, creating highly reactive zones that rapidly deplete protective radicals in your breathing space
To reduce your exposure to these compounds, switch to safer alternatives like essential oil-based scents, natural deodorizers like baking soda, and single-ingredient moisturizers such as coconut oil

...more