Does 60% of skincare really absorb into blood?

The myth that “60% of what’s applied to your skin is absorbed into your bloodstream” is a BS marketing tactic. Let’s break down how human skin works, and why this myth is just plain wrong.

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In this video:
* Skin isn't a sponge
* What about patches and creams?
* What gets absorbed?
* Why does skincare work then?

Blog post with more info here: https://labmuffin.com/the-60-of-products-absorb-into-your-bloodstream-myth/
Table is from Bronaugh RL & Maibach HI, Percutaneous Absorption: Drugs – Cosmetics – Mechanisms – Methodology (3rd Edition)
Commentary on FDA studies
https://labmuffin.com/sunscreens-in-your-blood-that-fda-study/
https://labmuffin.com/more-sunscreens-in-your-blood-the-new-fda-study/

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