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A steady and persistent number of personal care product-related injuries were reported for young children from 2002 to 2016

Many Young Children Treated in ED for Injuries From Personal Care Products

During 15-year study period, 64,686 children younger than 5 treated in emergency departments
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Link for Asbestos-Free Talcum Powder, Cancer Not Clear

Studies conducted in people have mixed results, with some indication of increased risk of ovarian cancer
Health problems related to cosmetics are underreported

Many Adverse Events Related to Cosmetics Go Unreported

Cosmetics and personal care products get little regulatory scrutiny
Low-volume hyaluronic acid filler is effective for correction of age-related midface volume loss

Patient Satisfaction High With Filler for Midface Volumization

Findings for low volumes of hyaluronic acid filler more commonly used in daily clinical practice
Switching to chemical-free cosmetics and shampoos quickly lowers levels of hormone-disrupting chemicals in the bodies of teen girls

Chemical Exposure Down With Switch in Cosmetics Among Teens

Chemical levels drop in teens after trying products without phthalates, parabens, triclosan, oxybenzone
A beauty clay sold at major retail outlets may put users at risk for lead poisoning

FDA Warns of Lead Poisoning Risk From Cosmetic Clay

Agency tells users of Bentonite Me Baby to stop using product, get checked by their doctor
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has issued a warning that injectable skin-lightening products are potentially unsafe and ineffective.

FDA Issues Warning Regarding Injectable Skin Lighteners

Injectable products may contain unknown substances or contaminants