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. 2005 Jun;16(2):57-66; quiz 55-6.

Parabens: a review of epidemiology, structure, allergenicity, and hormonal properties

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Parabens: a review of epidemiology, structure, allergenicity, and hormonal properties

Allison L Cashman et al. Dermatitis. 2005 Jun.

Abstract

Parabens are the most commonly used preservatives in cosmetic, pharmaceutical, and industrial products. The epidemiology, structural properties, allergenicity, hormonal properties, and hypotheses regarding the "paraben paradox" are addressed in this review.

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