Investigators publish new data in the report 'Usage pattern of personal care products in California households.' 'Given the concern over the potential for health risks associated with certain ingredients (e.g., phthalates) in personal care products, usage patterns of ~30 types of personal care products (e.g., shampoo, sunscreen, fragrance, etc.) were collected in 604 California households through a telephone interview. Preferences in selecting products, e.g., scented or unscented, aerosol, and brand loyalty, were also investigated,' scientists in the United States report (see also Obesity, Fitness and Wellness).
'Participants were recruited in three age groups, children (mostly preschoolers), their parents, and adults age 55 or older. Use frequencies of various product types varied by sex, age group, race, education, and climatic region. Product use by parent and child from the same household were correlated. Use frequencies of products in the same class (e.g., skincare) were moderately correlated, which may impact aggregate exposures. Use frequencies observed in this study were generally in the same range as those reported in the EPA Exposure Factor Handbook, but we found differences for some individual products. Our study provides additional data on population-based usage patterns of a large collection of commonly used personal care products pertaining to several age groups and socio-demographic strata,' wrote X.M. Wu and colleagues, University of California, Department of Public Health Sciences.
The researchers concluded: 'This information will be valuable for exposure and risk assessments.'
Wu and colleagues published their study in Food and Chemical Toxicology (Usage pattern of personal care products in California households. Food and Chemical Toxicology, 2010;48(11):3109-19).
For additional information, contact X.M. Wu, University of California, Dept. of Public Health Sciences, Davis, CA 95616 USA.
Keywords: City:Davis, State:CA, Country:United States, Obesity, Fitness and Wellness, Toxicology.
This article was prepared by Obesity, Fitness & Wellness Week editors from staff and other reports. Copyright 2010, Obesity, Fitness & Wellness Week via NewsRx.com.
