Glossary:

phthalates - a group of manmade chemicals made from petroleum and used as softeners or solvents in a variety of beauty and bath products. Recognized as 3-4 letter acronyms like DBP. Considered concerning for their hormone disrupting effects, high levels of phthalates interfere with thyroid function, spermatogenesis, sexual development in babies, and hormone levels in femeales affecting fertilty.