Abstract
The
skin is the largest organ of the body that protects internal tissues from
chemical, physical, and microbial damage. A cosmetic product is any substance
intended to be placed in contact with the external part of the human body for
cleaning, perfuming, changing the appearance, protecting or keeping the
epidermis, hair, nails, lips or mucous membranes in good condition. Opstrup and
friends says it is well known that chlorhexidine is widely used as a
disinfectant in the healthcare setting. Less well known is the fact that it
used in cosmetic products. They found chlorhexidine in various cosmetic product
types, predominantly aimed at females, and in hair products. Chlorhexidine may
cause type I and type IV allergy. The dioxane is an ether commonly found as
detergent, emulsifier, or solvent in cleansing agents such as shampoo,
toothpaste, and mouthwash.Lenung and friends estimated cancer risk in humans by
as much as 80 times from results obtained in animal studies. Lead is a
naturally occurring mineral. In large enough ingested quantities, it causes
poisoning and damages nerve conduction. Hepp and friend found inorganic lead is
found in progressive hair dyes and lipsticks. Phenol is a caustic that may
cause cutaneous or gastrointestinal burns. Significant absorption may result in
systemic toxicity. Phenol is marketed for the cleaning of bathrooms, kennels,
and barns and as a shampoo for horses and dogs and is sometimes used in an “off
label” manner for delousing human hair. Many cosmetics should have clear labels
indicating the chemical content allowing consumers to choose what products to
purchase based on the chemical content. With this in mind, it is up to the
consumer to be vigilant about the products they purchase and to read
instructions on proper use.
Keywords:
Biocide,
Cosmetic products, Health, Skin
References
- Duygu Ayabakan Çot, Emine Yener, Muhsin Akbaba Çukurova University Medicine Faculty,Public Health Department
Abstract
References
- Duygu Ayabakan Çot, Emine Yener, Muhsin Akbaba Çukurova University Medicine Faculty,Public Health Department
Details
| Journal Section | Articles |
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| Publication Date | February 1, 2017 |
| Published in Issue | Year 2017 Issue: Issue 1(2) - 3. INTERNATIONAL BIOCIDAL CONGRESS |