Texas family exposed to mercury through skin cream purchased in Mexico: officials [Video]

AUSTIN, Texas – State health officials are warning Texans about mercury poisoning after a skin cream reportedly led to a case in West Texas.

The Texas Department of State Health Services says that it recently received a report of mercury poisoning from a family who was exposed through a skin cream product purchased in Mexico.

The product was labeled as Nunn skin cream and mercury was not listed on the label as an ingredient. After using the face cream, one family member developed mild nonspecific symptoms.

DSHS says mercury may be added to skin creams claiming to lighten the skin, treat acne, or fade freckles, blemishes, and age spots. These products are often manufactured abroad, and the mercury is usually added by a third party.

Health officials offer the following recommendations:

If you are using a skin cream that matches any of the above, you are advised to do the following:

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