The European Union has banned over 1,300 ingredients from skin, hair, and cosmetic products. The US has banned 11. Beauty products do not have to be pre-approved before they hit the market. A recent reform bill vowed to test eight ingredients a year... but there are over 80,000 ingredients to be tested. Here are 5 common toxic ingredients to avoid: Hydroquinone Parabens Talc Formaldehyde Phthalates