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You don't say what your using it for. If it is for stool softening try Sesame or Grapeseed oils instead.
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Will mineral oil catch on fire if a lit floating candle is placed on top of the mineral oil?
yes it can
Is oil a mineral?
Oil does not meet the definition of a mineral, i.e., a solid, definite chemical formula, formed by nature, with a crystalline structure.
Is mineral oil carcinogenic?
I can't tell you why mineral oil is carcinogenic but I can tell you that when given to lab rats in small doses, they die. This includes topical, injected, and oral doeses. The four fastest ways for anything to be absorbed into your body are: 1) IV 2)through the skin, 3) under the tongue, and 4) oral digestion. Mineral oil is basically crude oil. Crude oil is also what motor oil is, mineral oil is just more refined than motor oil. Petroleum jelly is also basically the same thing only hardened. It has been proven that mineral oil is carcinogenic. With that in mind, think about all the skin care products you use on you or your children that contain mineral oil; especially as a main ingredient. Baby oil is mineral oil with fregrance added. If you use baby oil to tan or for "moisture" you are slathering yourself up with one big cancer-causing cocktail. Mineral oil is used in these products because it is cheap, it is readily available, and it is a great emulsifier. Mineral oil is a giant molecule that has lots of attachment sites for water to cling to. When this happens the molecule gets really fluffy and looks creamy like lotions. It is a great, cheap filler to cosmetic and personal care producers. Want to find baby products and other personal care products that contain no mineral oil, or anything that causes cancer for that matter?
Why isn't oil a mineral?
Oil is not a minerl because:It is not solidIt is composed of organic substances.
How do you make light mineral oil from heavy?
You "crack" it.
Is sodium metal kept in oil for safe storage?
Yes, its kept in mineral oil to prevent oxidation.
Is mineral spirits different from mineral oil?
Yes, mineral oil is an oil used as a laxative and to seal wood used in food preparations such as the wood of a cutting board. Mineral spirits are used to thin or dissolve oil based paints and would not be safe to use around food.
What is the difference between food grade mineral oil and plain mineral oil?
Food grade mineral oil has been additionally refined to remove all of the carcinogenic agents, it is rated as safe for consumption. Plain mineral oil still has some chemical traces in it that have been shown to cause cancer in laboratory animals.
Difference between mineral and baby oil?
baby oil is scented mineral oil
What is the Difference between mineral oil and baby oil?
Baby oil is mineral oil that has had a scent added to it.
How do you get mineral oil?
Mineral oil is available in most drug stores.
Is mineral oil high in cholesterol?
does mineral oil increase cholseterol?
Is mineral oil derived from crude oil?
Yes mineral oil is derived from crude oil. ---- No. Mineral oil is another term for vegetable oil, which is derived from the natural oils of plants, not crude.
What is a good daily stool softener for children that is safe?
- polyethylene glycol sold as Miralax, Glycolax and others. - docusate - mineral oil.
What is the difference between heavy and light mineral oil?
Heavy mineral oil is a more viscous substance, light mineral oil is less viscous. Therapeutically, Light Mineral Oil is used as an emollient for the skin, while Heavy Mineral Oil is used as a Cathartic/Laxative for the bowel.
Is food grade mineral oil and just mineral oil the same?
yes
Is Argentine a mineral?
No "The Argentine" is an alternative name for Argentina.
