At Real Purity, we specialize in making products sourced from natural, non-toxic ingredients, and we pride ourselves on the fact that natural also means paraben-free. But even though you’ve probably accepted long ago that you should avoid these irritating compounds, it still begs the question…what are parabens, anyway? Parabens ExplainedParabens are a group of widely used compounds that are formed from acid and alcohol. Commonly used as preservatives in cosmetic products, the ones seen most frequently include methylparaben, butylparaben, and propylparaben.The cosmetic industry began using parabens in the 1950s to prevent bacterial growth and to extend each products’ shelf life. Today, approximately 85%...