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Why Your Belly Fat Isn't Just From Food – The Role of Cosmetics

When we think about belly fat, we often make the connection with nutrition and exercise. But did you know that some cosmetic products can also play a role? Many care products contain estrogen mimickers , chemicals that behave like the female hormone estrogen in the body. This can affect your hormone balance and lead to fat storage, especially around the belly. In this blog, we dive deeper into this hidden problem and show you why BioBalance is a better alternative than well-known brands such as - it rhymes with boreal - and luxury perfume brands.

What are estrogen mimickers?

Estrogen mimickers are synthetic substances that our bodies can mistake for natural estrogen. They are often used in cosmetics, plastics and household products. Well-known examples include:

  • Parabens (such as methylparaben and propylparaben) – often found in creams and makeup

  • Phthalates – widely used in perfumes and nail polish

  • Bisphenol A (BPA) – present in packaging and some cosmetics

These substances can disrupt the natural hormone balance and are associated with fat storage, especially around the abdominal area. This explains why some people, despite a healthy diet and sufficient exercise, still have difficulty losing belly fat.

How do these substances enter our bodies?

Every day we apply multiple care products to our skin: face creams, make-up, shampoo and perfumes. The skin is our largest organ and absorbs a large part of these substances, which then end up in the bloodstream. As a result, they can have a hormonal impact without us realizing it.

What can you do yourself?

Want to reduce the impact of estrogen mimickers? Here’s what you can do:

  • Choose natural cosmetics such as BioBalance , with as many plant-based ingredients as possible.

  • Avoid products with parabens, phthalates and synthetic fragrances.

  • Read labels carefully and make conscious choices about what you put on your skin.

By the way, this also applies to men!

Watch the video below for more info. The video starts where Mindy talks about estrogen mimickers:

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