Are Cosmetics Used in Developing Countries Safe? Use and Dermal Irritation of Body Care Products in Jimma Town, Southwestern Ethiopia

Background. Rabbit skin model was used to test skin irritation of the most commonly used cosmetic products in Jimma town, southwestern Ethiopia. The most commonly used cosmetics were Dove, Glysolid, College, Top Society, Fair and Lovely, Nivea, Lux, Magic fruit world, Solea, Body talk, Kris, Holly,...

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Main Authors: Wayessa Amasa, Dante Santiago, Seblework Mekonen, Argaw Ambelu
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Hindawi Limited 2012-01-01
Series:Journal of Toxicology
Online Access:http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/2012/204830