It has been mentioned too many times that one of the best ways to impede aging is to moisturize the skin as much as possible. Moisturizing not only retains elasticity, but it also makes the skin more adaptable and robust towards exterior factors that hasten the formation of wrinkles and the emergence of acne, which are some major indications of not having healthy skin.
Mineral oil has been one of the major ingredients contained in most beauty products, but while it has its benefits, the discussion about whether it is safe for use is still ongoing. First off, let us understand that mineral oil comes from petroleum. Mineral oil is an odorless and colorless fluid that is known to retain water when applied on our skin.
Since it comes from petroleum, mineral oil is easily associated with crude oil that machines and cars use to function.
Think of lung cancer which is an adverse effect of too much exposure to air pollution due to smoke belching and you’ll understand why there is such fear towards using mineral oil for direct human consumption. Aside from that, there’s this notion that mineral oil is carcinogenic, thereby leading to cancer.
According to dermatologists, mineral oil found on cosmetic products is ultra-refined to remove any harmful toxins. The process eliminates any harmful components through purification making it safe for skin use. Skeptics are not confident with the filtering technique as it still depends on the company making the beauty products.
However, the FDA and other international regulatory agencies have set a standard when it comes to the purity level of mineral oil included in such products.
Some myths regarding mineral oil have been clarified by some articles studies proving that mineral oil isn’t the villain at all. While there are some who believe that acne prone skin should stay away from this ingredient, some believers – even dermatologists have pointed out that the moisturizing benefits of mineral oil create a barrier against dirt in the air. It also makes the skin more stable in a sense that it becomes supple and resistant to wounds and scars.
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