Kohl and surma eye cosmetics as significant sources of lead (Pb) exposure

Volume: 2012, Issue: 1
Published: Nov 29, 2012
Abstract
Kohl (surma) is a traditional eye cosmetic used in the Middle East, India, Pakistan, and parts of Africa that often contains high levels of lead (Pb), a developmental neurotoxicant. Many researchers have called for stricter governmental regulations of kohl trade and quality control and improved public education regarding its hazards and some governments have adopted import controls and educational campaigns to alert users to the hazards of using...
Paper Details
Title
Kohl and surma eye cosmetics as significant sources of lead (Pb) exposure
Published Date
Nov 29, 2012
Volume
2012
Issue
1
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