What are they
Endocrine disruptors: they have extremely complicated names like benzoate or phthalate. They are everywhere and at the same time nowhere. They are both nice and mean. Or the opposite ! In short, no one understands anything. And yet they are on everyone’s lips…
At SVR, we have been engaged on the subject for several years and we know them better and better.
Our objective is to help you see more clearly about endocrine disruptors and in particular understand where they can be found, how they work and the reflexes to adopt on a daily basis to limit exposure.
MORE THAN 8 IN 10 PEOPLE WOULD LIKE TO BE MORE INFORMED AND/OR MORE INVOLVED ABOUT ENDOCRINE DISRUPTORS, BUT DON’T ALWAYS KNOW HOW TO DO IT*.
Together, let's better understand endocrine disruptors and how to limit our exposure.
Endocrine Disruptors are everywhere in our daily lives
Understanding endocrine disruptors
🙋 Endocrine disruptors are substances (or mixtures of substances) that alter the functioning of our endocrine system (which produces our hormones) and cause harmful effects on our health .
The harm caused by endocrine disruptors can then be transmitted to our children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, etc.
👨👩👧👧 We are all exposed to endocrine disruptors. However, we are particularly sensitive to their effects during periods of hormonal changes in our lives. We then speak of periods of vulnerability : during the first 1000 days of life (from the first days of pregnancy to the child's 3rd birthday), throughout childhood and adolescence in particular.
(Source: National Cancer Institute)
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Recognize endocrine disruptors
🔎 Endocrine disrupting substances are found in many everyday objects : industrial prepared meals, household products, kitchen utensils, various plastics, and sometimes even in certain cosmetics.
📣 Concerned about the safety and tolerance of our products (already subject to a charter even stricter than the regulations in force), SVR undertakes :
✅ To develop clean formulas, without identified endocrine disrupting substances that can have a harmful effect on our endocrine system;
🧪 To go further, by carrying out recognized tests on our finished products, in their final packaging , to verify that they do not activate endocrine mechanisms;
♻️ Choose lightweight packaging made from plastic, recycled and recyclable materials.
SVR is committed
🔬 Since 2017, we have submitted our products to tests on estrogenic, androgenic and thyroid endocrine mechanisms. These tests are carried out by an independent laboratory, specialist in endocrine disruption
👍 The objective is to test the SVR care which is aimed at our most vulnerable users, and to reformulate those which are not validated by the tests.
🥼 Science must still progress in understanding endocrine disruptors. We strive to move forward with modesty on these issues. But we are moving forward . Because we want to provide you with clear and honest information , as well as the most reassuring products possible, for everyone .
Our experts
👉 We strive to continually deepen our knowledge and understanding of endocrine disruption . To this end, we have surrounded ourselves with experts in endocrine disruption.
💬 This committee is made up of endocrinologists, toxicologists and experts from regulatory authorities . We discuss our doubts and our progress with them. They advise us on the procedure to follow, the new tests to investigate, the research to pursue.
💡 Thanks to our experts, we are investigating new opportunities to provide you with the answers you ask us. And go further in the safety of our products that you trust.
The first steps to limit your exposure to endocrine disruptors
COSMETICS
Choose them tested for endocrine disruptors , with a reduced number of ingredients , without essential oils.
TEXTILES
Choose them in natural fibers : cotton, linen, wool, silk or second hand. Always wash the first time after purchase.
HOUSEHOLD PRODUCTS
Prefer ecological ones , use black soap, white vinegar, baking soda. Limit to what is strictly necessary.
UTENSILS
Choose them in stainless steel, glass, cast iron pans . Do not leave your water bottle in the sun, use tap water .
HYGIENIC PROTECTIONS
Prefer them without plastic , in natural materials, without perfume. Use washable wipes , do not leave the diaper full for long.
FOOD
Fruits and vegetables: Choose them organic and peel them well .
Meals in trays: transfer them to a non-plastic container before reheating them.
