Most of the acronyms refer to pesticides - or environmental - TopicsExpress

Most of the acronyms refer to pesticides - or environmental chemical pollutants. Phthalates meanwhile are used as plastic softeners and as preservatives in some cosmetic products and they may be found in plastic toys, hair sprays, deodorants, shampoo, nail polish and perfumes. Its important to remember that dose, duration and age at exposure all play a role, but there is mounting evidence that these chemicals do bring about early puberty.