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Can synthetic amorphous silica and mica cause hair loss or skin irritation? thanks

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Dr. Dora Chizea answered

Specializes in Anti-Aging Medicine

Organic Silica is...: 31 y/o male asks, Can Synthetic Amorphous Silica and mica cause hair loss or skin irritation? Organic Silica is what is beneficial to almost ever cell in the Body. Mineral silica and Synthetic Amorphous Silica are not usually absorbed by the G.I Tract or Transdermally (through the skin) and over exposure to them can be toxic & /or irritating.

Answered 2/6/2018

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