Formaldehyde, and preservatives that release the chemical, can be found in a variety of personal care products such as lotion, body wash and face cream.

Consumer advocates have long argued that requiring companies to label the toxic chemicals in their products would steer people away from items that could harm them — or at least help them make ...

Since ingredient labels aren’t always straightforward, it often falls on consumers to decode them. Here’s what to watch for and how to cut through the buzzwords.

After the test, the company would have to clearly label how much of each toxic metal is found in the baby food. State Rep. Tracy Katz Muhl (D-Northbrook) said the idea behind the proposal came ...