On Sun, 26 Jan 1997 Wimblees@aol.com wrote: > In a message dated 97-01-26 15:17:02 EST, you write: > > >Richard Moody mentioned beauticians' strength hydrogen peroxide as an > >ivory bleaching agent. I have used it and can testify that it is very > >effective. > > > > The stuff I bought at > >a beauty supply company is rated as "120 volume", some sort of rating > >for strengh or percentage of active ingredient. The gallon container > >came wrapped in a plastic bag with a twist tie to contain any spills. It > >is so strong, one must wear gloves and take precautions to avoid all skin > >contact. Any contact, however slight, will cause a painful stinging > >sensation and the affected area will turn snow white for several hours. believe or not, it's a burn. FYI: hydrogen peroxide is an excellent oxidation agent. I don't know what "120 volume" is, but even a 50% hydrogen peroxide mixed with 50% water can be painful. Make sure you wear a goggle... > > > > And women used this to bleach their hair? Ouch. > > Good precaution, though on the use of HP. > > > Willem Blees >
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