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What is the toxicity of talc in cosmetics?
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Inhaled concerns: Talc is a foreign body that can cause scarring if enters the airway and lungs. Particularly there are numerous concerns with inhaling talc powder and the damage it can cause to the lungs. It also can cause scarring inside any body cavity.
Answered 12/3/2017
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