Argyria is a condition caused by the ingestion of elemental silver, or silver compounds, or the inhalation of silver dust. The most dramatic symptom of argyria is the skin becoming blue or bluish-gray colored. Argyria may be found as generalized argyria or local argyria. Argyrosis is the corresponding condition related to the eye. The condition is believed to be permanent, but laser therapy has been used to treat localized forms with satisfactory cosmetic results. It is true that using silver compounds (silver salts and silver proteins) may lead to Argyria (classified as a benign cosmetic condition), although the use of Silver Hydrosol, as directed, will not lead to Argyria. See our Safety Statement.
