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Could the use of polysorbate 80 in a lotion for hair loss cause cancer or other health hazards(if this lotion is used 2 ml every day for many years)?
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Yes it does: It may cause tumor growth and heart dysfunction. Stop it NOW.
Answered 7/26/2014
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