Url https://wou.omeka.net/s/repository/item/4679 Title A Study of Talc-Containing Cosmetics and Their Potential Asbestos Contamination Creator Jessica Donahue Subject talc asbestos cosmetics contamination mineral Date 6/1/2018 Type Text Honors Thesis Identifier honors_theses/160 Language eng Rights Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/01/2023, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author. http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ Abstract Talc, a versatile mineral found in many products, is a common ingredient found in cosmetics. This metamorphic mineral is found in the fault lines along with the minerals that make up asbestos. Given their close proximity, it is possible that the talc used in cosmetic products can be contaminated with asbestos. This study tested six cosmetic samples from various price points, which include the brand names Covergirl, L.A. Colors, Wet n Wild, Kat Von D, Nars, and Urban Decay. An FEI Phenom Desktop Scanning Electron Microscope was used... in cosmetics. This metamorphic mineral is found in the fault lines along with the minerals that make up asbestos. Given their close proximity, it is possible that the talc used in cosmetic products can be contaminated with asbestos. This study tested six cosmetic samples from various price points, which include the brand names Covergirl, L.A. Colors, Wet n Wild, Kat Von D, Nars, and Urban Decay. An FEI Phenom Desktop Scanning Electron Microscope was used to determine that three of the six talccontaining products have the potential of being contaminated with asbestos. The outcome of this study brings into question the purification methods as well as the regulations regarding talc in cosmetics. Department or school name within institution Honors Program Note Arlene Courtney Gavin Keulks --