Glycerin: Is pretty benign and of low toxicity. It is used in products mainly because it is affective at improving the smoothness of the product and is a good lubricant. Glycerin is a byproduct of bio-diesel. However, all you vegans take note. This form is very expensive, therefore it is more often derived from animal fats such as beef and vegetable oils such as coconut or soy beans. Therefore some products that list glycerin in their ingredients may not be vegan.
Cetyl Alcohol: Here is an interesting fact the name cetyl is derived from whale oil which was the original source of cetyl. Now it is derived from petroleum or vegetable oils such as coconut. It is used in personal care products as a thickening agent or in shampoos as an emulsifier. It is considered to be a non-reproductive organ system toxin as well as an environmental toxin.
Hydroxyethylcellulose: This ingredient is an altered cellulose polymer. It is used as a thickening agent, viscosity increasing agent, and for binding. It is considered to be of low toxicity to humans and the environment.
PEG/PPG-17/18 Dimethicone: Is an ingredient derived from dimethicone, ethylene oxide and propylene oxide. it is considered to be a non-reproductive organ system toxin. There is also concerns regarding contamination with ethylene oxide an d1,4-Dioxane. Both of which are tremendously toxic.
Steareth-20: Is a synthetic polymer containing polyethylene glycol and stearyl alcohol. It is used as a cleansing agent and an emulsifying agent. There is concerns regarding non-reproductive organ system toxicity, as well as contamination concerns with ethylene oxide and 1,4-Dioxane.
| Phenoxyethanol: Is a fairly new ingredient, it is a glycol either and is used as a bactericide. It is generally considered safer then the traditional formaldehyde releasing agents, however the FDA has stated that it can depress the central nervous system which could cause vomiting, diarrhea and can cause dehydration in infants. There have been concerns of this product being carcinogenic due to the ingredients it is derived from. |
Caprylyl Glycol: It is an alcohol derived from caprylic acid which is found in milk, palm and coconut oils. It is used as a skin and hair conditioning agent. It is not expected to be toxic to humans or tho the environment.
Sodium Polymethacrylate: Is a polymer. It is used as a binder and a viscosity agent. It is considered to be pretty benign to both humans and the environment.
Sodium Dehydroacetate: This ingredient is a sodium salt of dehydroacetic acid. It is used as a preservative ingredient with antimicrobial properties. It is an ingredient that is rapidly absorbed into the skin. It is considered to be a non-reproductive organ system toxin. It is also a workplace hazard.
Hydrogenated Jojoba oil: Is derived from jojoba oil. It is used as a skin conditioning agent. It is considered to be safe for humans and the environment.
Hydrogenated Palm oil: Is the product created from hydrogenation of Palm Oil. It is used as a skin conditioning agent and viscosity increasing agent. There is concern regarding impurities that are classified as being toxic.
Simethicone: Is a combination of polymer dimethicone and silica gel. It is used as an antifoaming agent. It does not appear to be toxic to humans or the environment. It is in fact often used to treat discomfort caused be excessive gas.
Disodium EDTA: Is a poly amino carboxylic acid. It is synthesized from ethylenediamine, formaldehyde, and sodium, and is used to dissolve limescale. Yum, because we all have limescale build up on our faces. It is used in cosmetics to improve its stability in air. As the reputation implies Disodium EDTA is not a nice ingredient and should be banned. It is considered a persistent organic pollutant. It is known to cause negative reproductive and developmental effects. It has been shown to be mutagenic as well. |
| Polyquarternium-10: Is part of the polymer family. They are used in personal care products because they are positively charged. Because of this they act to neutralize the negative charges and help hair lie flat. Some also have antimicrobial properties. There is very little research I could find on this ingredient, but what I did find was that it appeared to be of low toxicity to humans. However there have been tests done on small rodents which suggests that it is toxic. There have also been studies done suggesting that it is also an environmental toxin. |
Silica: Is a chemical compound that is an oxide of silicon and is most commonly found in sand. It is used as an absorbing agent. There is some controversy surrounding this ingredient. It is rated as being either of high or low toxicity, depending on the usage of it. It is considered to be a workplace hazard, if inhaled this ingredient can cause severe respiratory issues and cancer. It has also been linked to non reproductive organ toxicity and is considered to be an environmental toxin. |
Panthenol: Is the alcohol analog of pantothenic acid (Vitamin B5) this means it is the provitamin of B5. It is used as an emollient and a moisturizer. Vegans beware, this product can be either plant derived or animal derived. It is considered to be of low toxicity, and not an environmental toxin. |
May Also Contain:
| CI 77491: Also known as ferric oxide or rust. It is used as a colorant. It unfortunately does not chemically degrade and will stay in the bodies tissues. According to the safety data sheets it is listed as non toxic. |
CI 77492: Is an iron based inorganic colorant. It is used as a colouring agent. It appears to be of low toxicity.
CI 77499: Is a colorant agent made of iron oxides. It is considered to be toxic to the environment. It is persistent and bioaccumulative. It is also considered to be a non-reproductive organ system toxin.
CI 77007/Ultramarines: Is composed of sodium, aluminum, silicate and sulfate. It is used as a colouring agent. There are some concerns regarding multiple additive contamination. It is also considered a restricted ingredient. http://www.ewg.org/skindeep/ingredient/706769/ULTRAMARINES/
CI 77891: Also known as titanium dioxide. This ingredient is a known carcinogen when inhaled, it is thus considered to be an occupational hazard. It is considered to be a human toxin but not considered to be an environmental toxin. It is generally used as a colorant, opacifying agent, ultraviolet absorber and a sunscreen agent.
Mica: Is a mineral found in the ground, it is generally used as a colorant. It is considered to be an occupational hazard material. When construction workers use it they (as good practice) wear mask to prevent the inhalation of the material, as it is a respiratory toxin and can cause scarring in lungs. There is also limited evidence of gastrointestinal or liver toxicity. It is not considered to be an environmental toxin or a carcinogen.
CI 75470: It is a chemically derived colorant. It is also used as a fragrance ingredient. It is thought to be an environmental toxin. But not deemed toxic to humans.
CI 77288: This is made from chromium oxide which is a mineral. it is used as a colorant. It is considered to be a non-reproductive organ system toxin, an environmental toxin, and is an enhanced skin absorbent.
CI 77289: This is derived from chromium hydroxide and is used as a colorant. It is a restricted ingredient. It is a known non-reproductive organ system toxin. It is also an environmental toxin.
CI 77742: Is an inorganic salt ammonium manganese pyrophosphate. It is used as a colouring agent. It is considered to be a non-reproductive organ toxin. It is also said to be an environmental toxin.
CI 77510: This is an inorganic iron based pigment. It is used as a colouring agent. It is a known non-reproductive organ toxin. It is also an environmental toxin.
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