Parabens & Preservatives Explained: Safety, Function, and How to Read Skincare Labels
In this episode of the Facially Conscious Podcast, Trina and Rebecca continue the conversation on preservatives in skincare, taking a closer look at the most common preservatives used in modern cosmetic formulations and how to evaluate whether products are preserved safely and effectively.
After exploring why preservatives matter, this discussion goes deeper into specific preservative systems, including parabens, and explains why these ingredients have been widely misunderstood. Rather than focusing on headlines or trends, the episode provides clear context around how preservatives function, how they’re regulated, and what to look for on ingredient labels to support product safety and skin health.
If you’ve ever felt uncertain about preservatives—or unsure whether avoiding them actually improves your skincare—this episode offers grounded education to help you better understand ingredient choices without anxiety or confusion.
In this episode, we discuss:
Common preservatives used in skincare and cosmetics
What parabens are and why they’re frequently questioned
How preservatives protect products from contamination
How to tell if a skincare formula is preserved properly
What ingredient lists can (and can’t) tell you about product safety
How to approach preservative concerns with a more informed perspective
This episode is part of an ongoing ingredient education series designed to help listeners make thoughtful, confident skincare decisions rooted in understanding rather than fear.
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