Millions exposed to lead in toothpaste, sindoor and eyeliners

Even popular brands in Nepal found laced with highly toxic metal that can damage the brain, kidneys, nervous system.

Millions of people, including women and children, in Nepal have been found exposed to lead, a toxic heavy metal. A new study by the Centre for Public Health and Environmental Development (CEPHED) found high concentrations in nearly one-third of cosmetic products including gajal (a black eyeliner also known as kajal) and sindoor (vermilion powder), and toothpaste.