Photography undergoes extraordinary changes in the early part of the twentieth century. This can be said of every other type of visual representation, however, but unique to photography is the transformed perception of the medium.
Breast Cancer. Methylparaben is widely used as a preservative in women's cosmetics, such as skin creams and deodorants. This compound has been found intact within breast cancer tissues. Some researchers suggest that methylparaben may increase risk of breast cancer, or accelerate the growth of these tumors.
Methylparaben, butylparaben, and propylparaben are some of the most common parabens in cosmetics. Other chemicals in this class generally have paraben in their names (e.g., isobutylparaben, ethylparaben, etc.).i Winter, R. A Consumer's Dictionary of Cosmetic Ingredients, 7th ed.New York: Three Rivers Press, 2009.ethylparaben, butylparaben, and propylparaben are some of the most common parabens in cosmetics. Other chemicals in this class generally have paraben in their names (e.g., isobutylparaben, ethylparaben, etc.).