Flood Coolant

Cutting oil is made up of bulky non-polar hydrocarbons and sulfides/sulfones, which does not penetrate the skin. The main effect is contact dermatitis, AKA oil acne. Very low risk. The metals we work with getting on our fingers and into our mouths is a bigger health concern. On the spectrum of chemicals we use in our home shops, the health impact of heavy oils is way down on the totem pole.
 
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