Women Inhale Talcum Powder Asbestos Dust In Makeup All Day Every Day
Increasing consumer awareness and more research are necessary to address this issue and protect the health of consumers
Tuesday, June 13, 2023 - Talcum powder cancer lawsuits are being filed by women with cancer allegedly caused by the makeup they use. The bulk of women's makeup and other cosmetics like foundations and blush is used by young women without concern for the possibility that they may be jeopardizing their long-term health. They are much more interested in a product that makes them look good and improves their lives in the present. Unfortunately, cancer and mesothelioma that are linked to asbestos and talc have a latency time of up to 20 years where the disease may lie dormant. A young girl who uses talc-based cosmetics or somehow ingests or breathes talc dust may develop talcum powder cancer within several years of first using the products. Talcum powder asbestos cancer was thought to affect those who work mining the miners but their exposure is similar to a man or woman who uses the product every day. Most every women who use makeup daily and may reapply their makeup several times per day are exposed to as much talc asbestos as an asbestos miner, and possibly more. According to the Environmental Working Group (EWG) " Laboratory tests of talc-based cosmetics products, commissioned by the Environmental Working Group, found asbestos -- a deadly human carcinogen for which there is no safe level of exposure -- in almost 15 percent of samples."
Applying makeup on the face causes talcum powder dust to be inhaled directly and continually for as long as the makeup is worn. It is only during sleeping hours after makeup has been removed is a person not inhaling deadly talc asbestos dust. Talc contaminated with asbestos can also enter the body, not only through the mouth and nose but also through the vagina when talcum powder is used for feminine hygiene after and in between showers. Billions of dollars have been awarded to plaintiffs who have sued Johnson & Johnson because the talcum powder they used on the peritoneal part of their bodies allegedly traveled into the vagina, up through the Fallopian tubes, and became permanently lodged in the ovaries. Over time the inert minerals bioaccumulated and supposedly caused sufficient oxidative stress leading to irritation and cancer. The same could be said for talc and asbestos that are inhaled every day while applying and wearing makeup.
The presence of asbestos in talcum powder used in makeup poses a significant health risk to women. Inhalation of talc asbestos dust during makeup application and wear can lead to serious illnesses, including cancer and mesothelioma. The latency period of these diseases further highlights the importance of immediate action. Laboratory tests have confirmed the presence of asbestos in cosmetic products, raising concerns about consumer safety. It is crucial for individuals, especially young women, to understand the potential long-term consequences of using talc-based cosmetics. Stricter regulations, increased awareness, and research efforts are necessary to address this issue and protect the health of consumers. By prioritizing safety and promoting safer alternatives, we can work towards a future where women can confidently use cosmetics without risking their well-being. The Toxic-Free Cosmetics Act is an important piece of information that alerts consumers to the fact that the cosmetic products they use, including Johnson's Baby Powder and other cosmetic powders, may contain asbestos and could cause cancer.
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