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Health Risk Assessment of Heavy Metals in Traditional Cosmetics Sold in Tunisian Local Markets.
Int Sch Res Notices
July 2016
Centre d'Assistance Médicale et Urgente CAMU, 1008 Tunis Cedex, Tunisia; Laboratoire de Toxicologie et Environnement LR12SP07, 10 rue Abou Kacem Chabbi, Montfleury, 1008 Tunis Cedex, Tunisia.
Article Synopsis
- A study analyzed heavy metal concentrations in twelve henna brands and eleven kohl products, focusing on lead (Pb), cadmium (Cd), copper (Cu), and zinc (Zn).
- Results indicated that while henna showed lower levels of heavy metals (e.g., Pb ranged from 1.2 to 8.9 μg/g), kohl products had significantly higher concentrations (e.g., Pb ranged from 51.1 to 4839.5 μg/g).
- The findings raised concerns about the potential health risks from prolonged use of these cosmetics due to high heavy metal levels, prompting recommendations for improved quality control and manufacturing practices.