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HARMFUL EFFECTS OF TALC AND ASBESTOS-A REVIEW

Ayisha.S*, Muhsina.R, Sivapriya.S, Irene Thomas, Ansa Mathew

Talcum powder is the refined, powdery form of the softest mineral on earth: talc. Talc is an “inert” ingredient, meaning it does not generate a chemical reaction when ingested or used on the skin. People have taken advantage of its natural smoothness, safety and absorbency since ancient Egyptian times.Clinical evidence and over 40 years of studies by medical experts around the world continue to support the safety of cosmetic talc. Health authorities around the world have reviewed the data on talc, and it is used widely across the globe.Even with talc’s long history of safe use in consumer products, some have questioned whether using talcum powder can increase a person’s risk of developing cancer. It is not clear if consumer products containing talcum powder increase cancer risk. Studies of personal use of talcum powder have had mixed results, although there is some suggestion of a possible increase in ovarian cancer risk. There is very little evidence at this time that any other forms of cancer are linked with consumer use of talcum powder.Until more information is available, people concerned about using talcum powder may want to avoid or limit their use of consumer products that contain it. KEY WORDS:Powder, Talcum powder, Asbetos, Asbestiform, Mesothelioma, Erionite, Ovarian cancer, lung cancer

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