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What is a paraben?

What is a paraben? Here are some definitions.

Noun
  1. Any of a group of chemicals used as preservatives in cosmetics and pharmaceuticals, wherein the hydrogen of a parahydroxybenzene molecule is replaced by an alkyl group
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Kourtney added that their new line is paraben and sulfate-free.
The chain will use a new beauty care line from provider L'Occitane, which has been taking steps to remove paraben from its products.
Dermovia is hypoallergenic, paraben free, sulfate free and fragrance free.
The product absorbs quickly for a velvety finish that is fragrance, gluten, paraben, and sulfate free.
Paraben is known to play a role in the development of breast cancer, and is found in cosmetics like deodorants, body sprays and shampoos.
Twenty breast tumours have been found to contain high concentrations of paraben, a chemical that mimics estrogen in the body.

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