Parabens have been used in cosmetics as preservatives for decades and are generally well tolerated by the skin. Like all ingredients, they can sometimes cause allergic reactions, but this happens much more often with other preservatives.

However, for quite some time now, parabens have been regularly criticized by the media and consumer protection: they are said to affect the hormonal system.

Is this criticism absolutely justified? Learn more about where parabens come from and how they are used in JANSSEN COSMETICS products