Dr. Scholl's Onestep Callus Removers (2009 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 INGREDIENTS: 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 thoroughly. Apply medicated pad. After 48 hours, remove medicated pad. Repeat this procedure every 48 hours as needed for up to 14 days (until callus is removed). May soak callus in warm water for 5 minutes to assist in removal.

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 lasts.Keep out of reach of children. If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.

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