CLANDESTINE SORBOLENE !!

 Sorbolene Cream, what is it & what is it made from ?

From birth I was bought up on Aqueous and Sorbolene creams and right up to the day I
stopped using them, they irritated my skin but sadly no one would believe me. This product
is highly recommended by doctors and skin specialists and other celebrities, so my
complaints were dismissed and labeled hypochondriac. Apart from that I would find myself
going through a litre or more each week and it never seemed to provide enough moisture to
my skin and it eventually seemed to dry my skin out. Interestingly enough most people I
have ever spoken to with eczema or other dry skin conditions say the same thing, it irritates
their skin condition rather than soothing and hydrating it, but they still use it because there
is little else available
So I started to really question this product, why it seemed to work in the first instance, then
irritate my skin making it red and itchy and inevitably my skin would dry out very quickly.
What the heck was it made from and why did most doctors think it so good? Well a little
research many years ago revealed some very disturbing facts to me. Once I knew what it
was, I understood why it irritated my skin so much and I stopped using it. Of course I
needed to find something else to moisturise my dry skin; this was when I started looking
into Aromatherapy and Essential oils and finally developed my own moisturiser that was
free of chemicals, preservatives and other synthetic additives.
So let's take a look at the ingredients that make up this highly over-rated product and see
just what clandestine properties it possesses.
Sorbolene Cream is a petro-chemical or mineral oil product and may contain many additives
such as Triethanolamine which may cause irritation, redness, and pain, especially on
prolonged or repeated contact. It is often used in cosmetics to adjust pH and may cause an
allergic reaction.Triethanolamine (TEA) is widely used in the manufacturing of household
detergents and polishes, textiles, agricultural herbicides, mineral and vegetable oils, paraffin
and waxes, pharmaceutical ointments, petroleum demulsifiers, synthetic resins, plasticizers,
adhesives, and sealants and in many other industrial applications.
Other ingredients in Sorbolene may include fragrance (synthetically derived), glycerine
(glycerin, glycerol) which is the main by-product of making bio-diesel and vitamin additives
such as Vitamin E which may be synthetically manufactured. Depending on the brand of the
Sorbolene you will most probably find the following ingredients are what we are being
asked to put on our sensitive eczema skin.

 TYPICAL SORBOLENE INGREDIENTS:

De-ionised water, glycerine, sorbital, light mineral oil, cetyl stearyl alcohol, stearic acid,
triethanolamine, wheatgerm oil, cetamacrogol, imidzaolidinyl urea, methyl paraben,
tetrasodium EDTA and paracresol.

Derivation: Sorbital + Glycerine = Sorbolene

Is it any wonder that your sensitive eczema skin reacts to this chemical cocktail commonly
labeled as a moisturiser?

Many of the ingredients names themsel ves are hard to pronounce and I would guess that
most of us have no idea what they actually are. Searches on the internet have revealed
many people find Sorbolene a problem and a skin irritant and some of those people do not
even have eczema! Searches on the internet also reveal that there are mixed opinions
about Sorbolene and its virtues. For me Sorbolene creams do not even enter the equation
any more. Synthetic and chemical based products are no longer on my shopping list. I now
choose natural plant based products that will nurture and heal, soothe and nourish my
sensitive skin.
There are many different brand names attached to Sorbolene, but basically they all share
the same recipe. So let's looks at each ingredient in most Sorbolene preparations and
expand the ingredients list into something we can understand. I hope this will offer you a
very clear picture about what you are putting on your skin which is then being directly
absorbed into your blood stream and vital organs.

At the end of this report you'll find a mini-dictionary for any of those words or
medical terms you don't understand.

 EXPANDED SORBOLENE INGREDIENTS LIST:

De-ionised water: also known as demineralised water (DI water or de-ionized water) is
water that has had its mineral ions removed, such as cations from sodium, calcium, iron,
copper and anions such as chloride and bromide. Deionisation is a physical process which
uses specially-manufactured ion exchange resins which bind to and filter out the mineral
salts from water. Because the majority of water impurities are dissolved salts, deionization
produces a high purity water that is generally similar to distilled water, and this process is
quick and without scale buildup. However, deionization does not significantly remove
uncharged organic molecules, viruses or bacteria, except by incidental trapping in the resin.

Glycerine (Glycerol): Humectant - Considered non-toxic and non-allergenic although may

cause skin to dry out in low humidity and skin irritation in sensitive people - Used in hand
creams, face masks and barrier creams and various food uses.

Sorbitol (420): Humectant - May be synthesized from glucose and used as a Humectant,
sweetener and emulsifier - excess intake can cause intestinal cramps, diarrhea,
gastrointestinal disturbance, may alter absorption of drugs so they are either more toxic or
less effective - it is widely used in confectionery, dried fruit, chewing gum, lollies, cosmetics,
hair spray, shampoo, mouthwash, toothpaste, embalming fluid and anti-freeze.

Light mineral Oil: (white oil, petroleum derivative): Emollient - Can inhibit proper
functioning of the skin; dry the skin; teratogenic; kidney and neuro-toxicity when untreated
or mildly treated; may be phototoxic.

Cetyl Stearyl Alcohol: (of animal origin) - Emollient, Opacificer - May cause allergic reactions
and contact dermatitis in people with sensitive skin - used in Depilatories, hair rinse,
moisturisers, shampoos and pharmaceuticals.

Stearic Acid: (may be of animal origin) - Emulsifier, anti-caking agent - May cause allergic
reactions in people with sensitive skin; health effects not yet adequately investigated - Used
in Deodorants, hand creams, barrier creams, soaps, chewing gum base and suppositories.

Triethanolamine: (TEA: synthetic, made from ethylene oxide and ammonia) - Buffer, coating
additive - causes allergic contact dermatitis; skin irritation, redness & pain especially on
prolonged or repeated contact; may react with nitrites to form nitrosamines; on NIH
hazards list.
Wheatgerm Oil: obtained from wheat, it contains vitamin E as well as carotene, vegetable
lecithin and unsaturated fatty acids. It may cause skin irritation to people sensitive or
allergic to wheat including those with celiac disease.
Cetomacrogol: Is a brand name for Ceteth- 20. It is a petroleum derived ingredient used as
an emulsifier and surfactant. Some human studies show a possible link to cancer; and
because it is an ethoxylated ingredient it may be contaminated with dioxane and ethylene
oxide.

Imidazolidinyl Urea: Preservative - causes contact dermatitis; may release formaldehyde -

used in baby shampoo, eye shadow, bath oil, moisturisers and rouge.

Methyl Paraben: (Methyl p-hydroxybenzoate) - Preservative - may cause allergic reactions,

contact dermatitis - used in many cosmetics and personal care products - See Parabens.

Tetrasodium EDTA: (Ethylenediamine tetra-acetic acid) - Sequestrant, Preservative,

chelating agent - adverse effects can include asthma; skin and mucous membrane irritation;
kidney damage; teratogen; harmful to aquatic organisms; used in Hair dyes, shower gel,
shampoos, bar soaps, face and hand gels, oral supplements, carbonated beverages,
dishwashing liquid and pesticides. On NIH Hazards list

Paracresol: Cresols are used to dissolve other chemicals such as disinfectants and
deodorisers and to make specific chemicals that kill insects and pests. Cresol solutions are
used as household cleaners and disinfectants, perhaps most famously under the trade name
Lysol. Skin contact with high levels of cresols can burn the skin and damage the kidneys,
liver, blood, brain, and lungs. . Effects observed in people include irritation and burning of
skin, eyes, mouth, and throat; abdominal pain and vomiting; heart damage; anemia; liver
and kidney damage; facial paralysis; coma and even death. In the past cresol solutions were
used as antiseptics in surgery but have been largely replaced in this role by less toxic
compounds. Cresols are found in many foods and in wood and tobacco smoke, crude oil,
coal tar, and in brown mixtures such as creosote, cresolene and cresylic acids, which are
wood preservatives. Most exposures to cresols are at very low levels that are not harmful.

Redwin Sorbolene is a market leader in moisturising creams. It is recommended by

dermatologists for use on all skin types, including sensitive or dry skin. The key to Redwin
Sorbolene is its combination of glycerine and sorbital; these two ingredients work together
to retain moisture, resulting in smooth, hydrated skin.

It's made of water, glycerin and paraffin wax and can contain stearyl alcohol and various
perfumes. Add some Sodium Laureth Sulfate and you have a jolly decent soap with a pH of
about 5.5.

recomended as a non-irritating all purpose moisturiser for dry ,cracked or scaling skin .
suitable for hands , face and body .

* excellent as as a soap substitute in the shower , bath or as a shaving cream . when using as
a soap replacement or shaving cream , wet skin first
Indications
no colouring
no perfume
no animal ingredients
not tested on animals
Dosage
massage into skin 3 - 4 times a day for the best result .

Warnings
if irritation occurs - discontinue use

Storage
store below 30 degrees

Active Ingredients
Cetomacrogel 1000
Cetostearyl Alcohol
Chlorocresol
Glycerol
Liquid Paraffin
Purified Water
Soft White Paraffin

Ingredients: purified water, soft white paraffin, glycerin, cetyl alcohol, stearyl alcohol, liquid
paraffin, ceteareth-20, chlorocresol

Glycerin, Sorbital

I have had a look and there are a couple of nasty ingredients in it

Chlorocresol – caused kidney damage and adrenel tumours in male rats and is rated unsafe
in cosmetic products
Ceteareth-20 – may contain carcinogenics 1,4 dioxane and ethylene oxide (these two have a
large number of side effects)
Parafin – Parafin is Ok if it is pure but impurities can cause eczema and skin irritation.

Skin Basics Moisturising Sorbolene Cream with 10%

Glycerine:

* Is made to a dermatological standard.

* Using Skin Basics Sorbolene Cream everyday helps re-establish
the natural moisture-loss barrier on your skin.
* Recommended for the treatment and long lasting protection
against many causes of dry skin.
* Glycerine provides additional moisturising and quick
absorption.
* Hypoallergenic and pH balanced – suitable for sensitive skin.
* Non-greasy, fast absorbing
* Free of colour, perfume, lanolin
* Can be used on face, hands and body.
Ingredients:

Purified Water, Paraffin Light Liquid, Paraffin Soft white,

Cetomacrogol 1000, Cetostearyl Alcohol, Propylene Glycol,
Diazolidinyl Urea, Methyl Hydroxybenzoate, Propyl
Hydroxybenzoate.

 What is pure Sorbolene ?

Water; Cetearyl Alcohol; Glycerin; Mineral Oil; Petrolatum; Ceteth-20; Methylparaben;

Propylparaben; Imidazolidinyl Urea; Tetrasodium EDTA; Disodium EDTA.

So what do all these long words actually mean? What is their role in creating the “purest”
skincare on the market?

The number one ingredient is Water. Great, no problem, that’s good for you. Then there’s
Cetearyl Alcohol which is fine too – it’s not an alcohol in the same sense as ethanol. It’s
quite fine and useful to help emulsify the formulation.
Glycerin can be a little tricky, because there are petrochemical sources and plant sources. It
used to be made from animal sources too, but that’s pretty rare now. The most common
sources of glycerin these days are as a byproduct of the petrochemical industry.

Mineral Oil and Petrolatum are two different names for almost the same chemical. These
are 100% pure petrochemical. No wait, Y-me says, hang on. They’re probably not 100% pure
petrochemical because they are often contaminated with polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons
(PAHs, known carcinogens). So let’s count them as almost pure petrochemical. And they are
occlusive, meaning they tend to coat the skin, blocking pores and let’s not forget your skin
actually needs to breathe. It’s your largest organ, dear friends, and it likes to get oxygen
from the air, so please don’t coat it with this stuff!

Ceteth-20 is an ethoxylated chemical, which means it is put through a chemical process with
the toxic petrochemical ethylene oxide, thus being at risk of contamination with the known
carcinogen 1,4-dioxane. There are also concerns about neurotoxicity and organ system
toxicity and irritation to the skin, eyes and lungs. But it’s a handy emulsifier, so perhaps we
should just focus on the positives for now?

Methylparaben and Propylparaben are two synthetic preservatives that have been linked to
cancer and hormone disruption. These are among the chemicals singled out by the French
Minister for Health as being worthy of having a special logo to designate they are not
suitable for use by pregnant women, babies or children.

Imidazolidinyl Urea is either synthetic or animal-derived. It is commonly created as a

byproduct of the petrochemical industry. It raises concerns of allergies and immunotoxicity
as well as formaldehyde contamination.

Tetrasodium EDTA and Disodium EDTA can be used for a few different reasons, so it is a bit
hard to be precise. It can make the lotion feel softer, it precipitates out the metal salts and
can help make the final product whiter. It is not the only possibility, but given that they’ve
not specified their water ingredient as “purified” it might be that the manufacturing is
happening in a place with hard water and they are using EDTA to precipitate out the metals
rather than go to the trouble of purifying the water first. EDTAs are also used as
"penetration enhancers" - that is, they alter the surface of the skin so that the product can
get deeper into the skin.

One good thing to note is that there are no artificial fragrances and colours which are
frequently the culprits behind skin irritations and the like. This, Y-me suspects, is probably
why the doctors think of sorbolene as “pure”.
So sorbolene is pure because it contains no perfumes. There’s no artificial colours but it has
two forms of EDTA to help it become a bit whiter and softer. There are three different
chemicals to help preserve it, that each have health concerns attached to them. There are
two emulsifiers, one that is an ethoxylated skin irritant linked to neurotoxicity and organ
system toxicity. And there’s the petrochemicals petrolatum and mineral oil, plus the likely
petrochemically-sourced glycerin to coat the skin and make it feel soft, never mind about
the PAHs, skin irritation and occlusion. The EDTAs will help the chemicals penetrate deeper
into the skin... Oh and there’s water.

Now Y-me needs reminding. What was that about pure?

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