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Talc in beauty products: Why it’s controversial—and what the science actually shows

Talc has been used in beauty and personal care products for decades, but concerns about contamination, inhalation, and ...
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F.D.A. Withdraws Rule to Require Testing Cosmetics Made With Talc for Asbestos

The agency said it planned to craft a more comprehensive rule, but the move alarmed public health advocates, who have long worked to eliminate asbestos in consumer products. By Roni Caryn Rabin The ...
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FDA proposes asbestos-testing standards for talc products (update)

The FDA is proposing a new rule that would establish and standardize testing methods for the detection of asbestos in cosmetic products that contain talc. In a statement released late Thursday, the ...
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Talcum powder has been linked to cancer. Is it safe to use?

Thousands of people in the UK claim that using talcum powder has given them cancer and are suing the manufacturer of Johnson’s baby powder. The product has been used for decades, for babies and people ...