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Originally Posted by Sadsack  It will be years before the nanotechnology safety issues are entirely sorted out. In the meantime, Maynard said, "I don't think the consumer should be too worried," but there is concern "with products where it can get in your body [such as cosmetics]. If nanoparticles can get on your skin, or in your food, or in sprays that you'll inhale, that would be of more concern than in a baseball bat." |
Don't "think" we should be too worried? Ha! What a farce!
Nanoparticles in sunscreen may damage skin
But zinc oxide and titanium dioxide nanoparticles can cause production of free radicals when exposed to UV light. Free radicals can damage the DNA of cells and may cause other harm as well. Some studies suggest that
nanoparticles can penetrate the skin through areas affected by acne, eczema, sunburn or nicks from shaving. Scientific opinion is moving towards recommending caution before we allow ourselves to be exposed to manufactured nanoparticles in products such as sunscreens.
The components are widely known as "Zinc Oxide" and "Titanium Dioxide"
and have often been declared to be "safe".
Cosmetics for example which often contain these nanoparticles are
lipstick or mascara.
COSMETICSINFO.ORG - Your source for safety information about cosmetics and personal care products The beauty creams with nanoparticles that could poison your body The beauty creams with nanoparticles that could poison your body | Mail Online
Look here some product names are listed.
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