The other day, I saw a headline that made me nervous and giggle at the same time: "Can Deodorant Hurt You?"

In the push towards natural beauty some things will inevitably get left behind. As we seek to clear our shelves of the lotions and potions that are more toxic than beautifying, these four should definitely get the boot:

Nail Polish: The bad news is that most conventional nail polishes contain dibutyl phthalates, strong chemicals that help polish stay blended and dry evenly. These toxins can be inhaled or absorbed through the nail. Either way, they are endocrine disruptors and can disturb hormonal balance. The good news is that nails look just as lovely when simply cleaned and buffed.

By now you've surely heard that the aluminum used in antiperspirant has been linked to a number of diseases including Alzheimer's. If that isn't enough motivation to kick the antiperspirant habit, recent research has revealed that consistent use of antiperspirant may also increase the risk of breast cancer.