Does mascara have bat poop in it?


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Mascara A derivative of bat guano called guanine is used in mascara, eyeshadow, shampoo, and more. Thanks for using ChaCha, & remember to call 1-800-2ChaCha for unlimited questions!

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A derivative of bat guano ("poop") exists in mascara. It's called guanine and can even be produced synthetically.

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A derivative of bat guano (poop) does exist in mascara. It's called guanine. It helps provide a certain pearly shine to mascara.

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