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Are petroleum/petrolatum based topical products safe for use in pregnancy (vaseline, chapstick, etc.)? many many internet sites pushing natural beauty products claim these are toxic. however, you find this ingredient many consumer topical products?
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Yes: These products are safe and are minimally absorbed if at all.
Answered 12/7/2020
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