Peer Reviewed
Ophthalmology clinic

Ocular complications of common cosmetics

Leanne Cheung, Marni Rosenberg, Minas T Coroneo
Abstract
Substances intended to enhance beauty may produce ocular and periocular damage. Here are some examples of complications caused by cosmetics.
Key Points

    The use of cosmetics is well established in our society. However, such products can produce adverse ocular effects, which range from mild discomfort to vision threatening conditions. This article describes some complications that can result from the use of common cosmetics.

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