Pleasant smell, works well for dry skin. Contrary to at least one angry review here, it is not a "known carcinogen." Check out the Environmental Working Group's excellent Skin Deep database.
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I am shocked that WebMD is still suggesting a known carcinogen like Mineral oil be used on BABIES! Let alone any human! Shame on you!
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Anonymous | 45-54 | Female | On medication for 1 to 6 months | Patient
10/15/2017
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My doctor suggested that I use mineral oil instead of any of the bathroom wet wipes. I'm shocked to be reading other reviews concerning carcinogens. I never researched the product. I thought it was safe since my doctor recommended it.
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AAS | 19-24 | Male | On medication for less than 1 month | Patient
2/10/2017
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seems like WebMD is an advertising agent to Big Giants in unsafe petroleum-based byproducts. Grow up!
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Anonymous | 55-64 | Female | Caregiver
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I am shocked that WebMD is still suggesting a known carcinogen like Mineral oil be used on BABIES! Let alone any human! Shame on you!
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windbob | 55-64 | Male | On medication for 6 months to less than 1 year | Patient
8/14/2015
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I don't know what all the hubalu is about it being a carcinogen. It is after all a major ingredient in Avon's Skin So Soft. I don't think they'd be promoting skin cancer.
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mountaingirl | 45-54 | Female | On medication for less than 1 month | Patient
7/4/2015
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I have been using mineral oil for less than a month for dry skin. I have found mineral oil effective for helping to me with my dry skin problem. However, I discontinued using the product after I found out that mineral oil has been linked with skin cancer (I spend a considerable amount of time in the sun during the summer months). I read an article entitled "Cancer from Mineral Oil" on the National Institute of Health's website that made me reconsider using the product as a moisturizer. Also, the information on EWG indicates that there is a low risk of cancer only for products that can become aerosol (airborne).Read More Read Less
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ranger | 35-44 | Male | On medication for less than 1 month | Patient
4/15/2015
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Pleasant smell, works well for dry skin. Contrary to at least one angry review here, it is not a "known carcinogen." Check out the Environmental Working Group's excellent Skin Deep database.
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Deblkl | 55-64 | Female | On medication for 6 months to less than 1 year | Patient
10/8/2014
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Mineral oil bases in prescription steroid ointments and cosmetics makes my skin swell and itch. I had an Rx for an eyelid problem and my eyelid swelled so much I could not see. My skin feels thick and scaly whenever I use dimethicone or lanolin as well. Looks like I can't use emollients, which dermatologists insist I should use.
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DataManMatt | 45-54 | Male | On medication for less than 1 month | Patient
9/5/2014
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I am also shocked WebMD would encourage mineral oil anywhere near the body. Mineral oil is a petroleum product. It seals/dries skin and other tissue. It does not moisturize. Use natural fats on and in your body - e.g. coconut oil, almond oil, etc.
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web md | 65-74 | Male | On medication for 10 years or more | Patient
4/24/2014
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I have not used mineral oil at all, but want to find out if you can use it for ear irritation . I was told to put a drop or so in my ear.
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