There is a lot of buzz about mineral oil, whether it is natural or not, and its safety. Here are some interesting things I have found concerning the definition of mineral oil. I have also included a link to a safety data material sheet for mineral oil. I have chosen to eliminate mineral oil containing products for my family...you can do some research and decide for yourself.
You can cut and paste this link into your browser for a Wikipedia definition:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mineral_oil
Another online definition:
Petroleum by-product that coats the skin like plastic, clogging the pores. Interferes with skin's ability to eliminate toxins, promoting acne and other disorders. Slows down skin function and cell development, resulting in premature aging. Used in many products (baby oil is 100% mineral oil) Any mineral oil derivative can be contaminated with cancer causing PAH's (Polycyclic Aromatic Hydrocarbons). Manufacturers use petrolatum because it is unbelievably cheap.
* Mineral oil
* Liquidum paraffinum (also known as posh mineral oil!)
* Paraffin oil
* Paraffin wax
* Petrolatum
Material Safety Data Sheet
http://www.jtbaker.com/msds/englishhtml/M7700.htm
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