Dr. Scholl's for Her Corn Removers (2008 formulation)

Ingredient Concerns

Ingredient	Concerns	Score
SILICA, CRYSTALLINE (QUARTZ) SILICON DIOXIDE	None Identified	Data: Fair
PETROLEUM DISTILLATES PETROLEUM HYDROCARBON RESIN	Cancer, Ecotoxicology, Contamination concerns (BUTADIENE), Organ system toxicity (non-reproductive), Persistence and bioaccumulation	Data: Limited
PROPRIETARY INGREDIENTS ANTIOXIDANT (CAS 991-84-4)	Miscellaneous	Data: Limited
SALICYLIC ACID (Active Ingredient)	Enhanced skin absorption, Multiple, additive exposure sources, Irritation (skin, eyes, or lungs), Use restrictions	Data: Fair
MINERAL OIL	Organ system toxicity (non-reproductive)	Data: Fair
TALC	Contamination concerns (ASBESTIFORM FIBERS), Organ system toxicity (non-reproductive), Use restrictions	Data: Fair
IRON OXIDES	Enhanced skin absorption, Organ system toxicity (non-reproductive), Persistence and bioaccumulation	Data: Fair
POLYISOPRENE	Organ system toxicity (non-reproductive)	Data: Limited

Animal Testing Policies

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Label Information

Ingredients from packaging:

Active Ingredient: Salicylic Acid (40%). Inactive Ingredients: Antioxidant (CAS 991-84-4), Iron Oxides, Mineral Oil, Petroleum Hydrocarbon Resin, Silicon Dioxide, Synthetic Polyisoprene Rubber, Talc.

Directions from packaging:

Wash affected area and dry throughly. If necessary, cut medicated disk to fit corn. Apply medicated disk with sticky side adhering to skin. Holding paper tab, remove cushion from backing and apply over medicated disk. Press firmly around edges of cushion and remove paper tab. After 48 hours, remove medicated disk. For easier removal of cushion, soak foot in warm water and then roll cushion back slowly. Repeat procedure every 48 hours as needed for up to 12 days (until corn is removed). May soak corn in water for 5 minutes to assist in removal. Store between 20-25 degrees C (68 - 77 degrees F).

Warnings from packaging:

For external use only. Do not use: If you are a diabetic. If you have poor blood circulation. On irritated skin or any area that is infected or reddened. Stop use and ask a doctor if discomfort last. Keep out of reach of children. If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.

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