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How Does the Skin Act as a Barrier and a Target?

The skin serves as a protective barrier but can also be a route of exposure for toxins. Certain chemicals can penetrate the skin and enter the bloodstream. Contact dermatitis and systemic toxicity are potential outcomes of dermal exposure to hazardous substances like pesticides or industrial chemicals.

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