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Titanium dioxide is found in pretty much all makeup & sunscreen.

And studies have long shown that products applied to the skin end up in the bloodstream within half an hour. With penetration rates depending on where they are applied. Absorption rates for your face & scalp are 5-10 times higher than on other parts of our body (Hotchkiss 1994).

Not to mention that in 2005, the Environmental Working Group published a combination of two studies that found toxic chemicals in the umbilical cord blood of newborn babies born in the U.S. They screened for more than 400 chemicals, and an astounding 287 toxins were detected within the umbilical cord blood of these newborns. Of these 287 chemicals, 217 were neurotoxins, and 208 are known to damage growth development or cause birth defects.

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R996 is a high-performance rutile titanium dioxide widely used in the paint and coating industry for its exceptional durability and resistance to chemicals and weathering. Its excellent gloss retention and color stability make it a preferred choice for high-end applications where quality and longevity are essential. Additionally, R996 offers good dispersibility and compatibility with other ingredients, making it an easy-to-use option for formulators.

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