Ingredient directory
Every ingredient we flag, with its concern level and a link to the source we got it from. Search by name. How we score →
2585 ingredients
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1,4-Dioxane
HIGH
probable carcinogen · EPA + EWG ↗
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1-Acetoxy-2-Methylnaphthalene
MEDIUM
Allowed with restrictions, higher score if unsafe · EWG (web) ↗
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1-Hexyl 4‚5-Diamino Pyrazole Sulfate
HIGH
Potential carcinogenic nitrosamine formation · EWG (web) ↗
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1-Nitropropane
HIGH
EU prohibited in cosmetics · EU (web) ↗
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1‚3-Bis-(Isocyanatomethyl) Cyclohexane
HIGH
Environmental toxin, TRI listed · US EPA (web) ↗
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1‚4-Butanediol Dimethacrylate
MEDIUM
Research use only, not for personal care · SDS (web) ↗
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1‚5-Naphthalenediol
MEDIUM
EU restricted, max 1.0% · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
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1‚6-Hexamethylene Diisocyanate
HIGH
GHS DANGER signal word · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
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1‚6-Hexanediamine
HIGH
EU prohibited, industrial chemical · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
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2-(2-Aminoethoxy)ethanol
HIGH
Skin corrosion, eye damage, respiratory toxicity · WHMIS 2015 (web) ↗
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2-Amino-5-Ethylphenol Hcl
HIGH
EU prohibited, oxidative hair dye precursor · EU SCCS (web) ↗
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2-Amino-6-Chloro-4-Nitrophenol
MEDIUM
EU restricted, GHS classified irritant · EU / EWG (web) ↗
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2-Bromo-2-Nitropropane-1,3-Diol
HIGH
formaldehyde releaser · EWG Skin Deep ↗
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2-Bromo-2-Nitropropane-1‚3-Diol
MEDIUM
Formaldehyde releaser, allergen · CIR Expert Panel (web) ↗
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2-Chloro-P-Phenylenediamine Sulfate
MEDIUM
Sensitization potential, dermal absorption · EWG (web) ↗
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2-Decenal
HIGH
EU banned, prohibited in cosmetics · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
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2-Ethylhexanol
MEDIUM
Skin and eye irritant, inhalation hazard · RIFM (web) ↗
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2-Heptanol
MEDIUM
Skin irritant and harmful if absorbed · SDS/MSDS (web) ↗
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2-Hydroxyethyl Acrylate
MEDIUM
Strong sensitizer, EU-restricted · EWG (web) ↗
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2-Hydroxyethyl Picramic Acid
MEDIUM
EU restricted, NOAEL reported · EU SCCS (web) ↗
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2-Hydroxyethylamino-5-Nitroanisole
MEDIUM
EU restricted, max 0.2% · EU SCCS (web) ↗
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2-Methoxy-P-Phenylenediamine Sulfate
MEDIUM
Hair dye with use restrictions · EWG (web) ↗
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2-Methoxymethyl-P-Phenylenediamine
MEDIUM
PPD derivative, regulated hair dye · EWG (web) ↗
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2-Methoxymethyl-P-Phenylenediamine Sulfate
MEDIUM
Strong sensitizer, EU review for safety · EU SCCS (web) ↗
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2-Methyl-1-Naphthol
MEDIUM
EU restricted, max 2.0% · EU SCCS (web) ↗
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2-Methyl-3-Buten-2-Ol
MEDIUM
GHS signal word DANGER · EWG / EU (web) ↗
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2-Methyl-3-P-Cresyl-Propionaldehyde
LOW
Potential sensitizer · EWG (web) ↗
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2-Methylbutane-2-Thiol
HIGH
EU prohibited; harmful if swallowed · EU (web) ↗
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2-Methylfuran-3-Thiol
MEDIUM
R&D use only, not for personal care · EWG / Safety Data Sheet (web) ↗
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2-Methylpent-3-Enoic Acid
HIGH
EU prohibited ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
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2-Methylpropanal
MEDIUM
GHS signal word DANGER · EWG (web) ↗
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2-Methylresorcinol
MEDIUM
Moderate hazard, hair dye coupler · EWG (web) ↗
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2-Octanol
MEDIUM
Flammable, toxic if swallowed, irritant · EWG / OSHA (web) ↗
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2-Propanol/boron Trifluoride/ethylidenebicycloheptene
MEDIUM
Mutagenic activity detected in bacterial assay · OECD TG 471 (web) ↗
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2-Tert-Butylhydroquinone Methyl Ether
MEDIUM
EU restricted, fragrance allergen · EWG / EU (web) ↗
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2‚2'-Methylenebis-4-Aminophenol Hcl
MEDIUM
EU restricted, max 2.0% · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
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2‚2'-Thiobis(4-Chlorophenol)
MEDIUM
Potential skin sensitizer · EWG (web) ↗
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2‚3-Diaminodihydropyrazolo Pyrazolone Dimethosulfonate
MEDIUM
Hair colourant, EU safety assessment · EU SCCS (web) ↗
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2‚3-Epoxypropyltrimoniium Chloride
HIGH
Carcinogen, reprotoxic, EU-banned · EU (web) ↗
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2‚4-Diaminophenoxyethanol Hcl
MEDIUM
Moderate hazard score 6/10 · EWG (web) ↗
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2‚4-Diaminophenoxyethanol Sulfate
MEDIUM
Hair colorant with safety reassessment · Expert Panel for Cosmetic Ingredient Safety (web) ↗
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2‚4-Xylenol
HIGH
EU prohibited in cosmetics · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
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2‚5-Xylenol
HIGH
Acute toxicity, skin corrosion, eye damage · EWG / EU (web) ↗
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2‚6-Dihydroxyethylaminotoluene
MEDIUM
EU restricted, max 1.0% · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
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2‚6-Dimethyl-P-Phenylenediamine
MEDIUM
Restricted in some international regulations · EU SCCS (web) ↗
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2‚6-Dimethyl-P-Phenylenediamine Hcl
MEDIUM
Skin sensitization or allergy risk · EU SCCS (web) ↗
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2‚6-Xylenol
MEDIUM
Subchronic toxicity in rats · EWG (web) ↗
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2‚7-Naphthalenediol
MEDIUM
Allowed with restrictions; higher score if unsafe · EWG (web) ↗
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3-(P-Cumenyl)-2-Methylpropionaldehyde
LOW
Potential allergen for some people · EWG (web) ↗
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3-Amino-2‚4-Dichlorophenol
MEDIUM
EU restricted, max 2% · EU SCCS (web) ↗
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3-Amino-2‚4-Dichlorophenol Hcl
MEDIUM
Restricted use in hair dyes · EWG / EU SCCS (web) ↗
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3-Amino-2‚6-Dimethylphenol
MEDIUM
EU-restricted oxidative hair dye precursor · EU SCCS (web) ↗
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3-Carene
MEDIUM
Skin sensitizer and irritant · GHS Classification (web) ↗
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3-Ethylamino-P-Cresol Sulfate
HIGH
EU prohibited ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
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3-Ethylcyclopentane-1‚2-Dione
MEDIUM
Safety not well established · EWG (web) ↗
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3-Methyl-1-Phenyl-3-Hexene 1‚5-Epoxide
MEDIUM
EU restricted fragrance ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
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3-Methylpent-3-En-2-One
HIGH
DANGER signal word, toxic if inhaled, organ damage · EWG / Expert Panel for Cosmetic Ingredient Safety (web) ↗
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3-P-Cumenyl Propionaldehyde
HIGH
EU prohibited ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
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3‚4-Methylenedioxybenzyl Methylsulfone
MEDIUM
Limited safety data, restricted use · Proprietary safety summaries (web) ↗
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4-Amino-3-Nitrophenol
MEDIUM
Skin sensitizer, acute toxicity, eye irritant · EWG / chemicalbook (web) ↗
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4-Chlororesorcinol
HIGH
Serious eye damage, skin sensitizer, acute toxicity · EWG / MSDS (web) ↗
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4-Ethyl-Gamma-Octalactone
MEDIUM
Skin irritant, harmful if swallowed · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
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4-Formyl-1-Methylquinolinium-P-Toluenesulfonate
MEDIUM
EU restricted substance · EU Cosmetics Regulation (web) ↗
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4-Hydroxybutyl Acrylate
MEDIUM
Industrial use only, not for general public · SDS (web) ↗
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4-Methyl-1-Oxaspiroundecene
MEDIUM
Possibly persistent or bioaccumulative · EPI Suite (web) ↗
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4-Methyl-7-Geranyloxycoumarin
HIGH
EU banned under Regulation 1223/2009 · EU (web) ↗
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4-Methylbenzylidene Camphor
MEDIUM
EU-restricted sunscreen ingredient · EU SCCS (web) ↗
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4-Nitro-O-Phenylenediamine Dihydrochloride
HIGH
Potential carcinogen, restricted · EWG (web) ↗
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4-Nitro-O-Phenylenediamine Sulfate
MEDIUM
Hair colorant, potential sensitizer · EWG / CIR Panel (web) ↗
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4-Nitrophenyl Aminoethylurea
MEDIUM
Skin sensitizer, restricted in cosmetics · EWG / EU (web) ↗
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4-T-Butyl Benzaldehyde
HIGH
EU prohibited, potential systemic toxicity · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
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4-Tert-Butyldihydrocinnamaldehyde
MEDIUM
EU restricted, potential sensitizer · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
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5-Amino-4-Chloro-O-Cresol
MEDIUM
Restricted use; higher score if not meeting guidelines · EWG (web) ↗
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5-Bromo-5-Nitro-1‚3-Dioxane
MEDIUM
Formaldehyde releaser, nitrosamine risk · EWG / CIR (web) ↗
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5-Cyclohexadecenone
MEDIUM
EU restricted ingredient · EU (web) ↗
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6-Amino-M-Cresol
MEDIUM
Hair dye ingredient, potential sensitizer · CIR Expert Panel (web) ↗
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6-Isobutylquinoline
MEDIUM
Acute oral toxicity, aquatic hazard · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
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7-Ethylbicyclooxazolidine
MEDIUM
Formaldehyde releaser, EU restricted · EWG / EU (web) ↗
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9-Decenyl Acetate
HIGH
EU prohibited · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
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Abeliophyllum Distichum Extract
MEDIUM
Moderate safety rating; potential allergen · EWG / EU SCCS (web) ↗
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Abies Alba Cone Extract
MEDIUM
EU restricted, GHS danger · EU Cosmetics Regulation (web) ↗
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Abies Alba Leaf Wax
MEDIUM
EU restricted ingredient · EU SCCS (web) ↗
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Abies Alba Needle Extract
MEDIUM
EU restricted, moderate safety rating · EWG / EU (web) ↗
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Abies Balsamea Extract
MEDIUM
Use restrictions and warnings required · EWG (web) ↗
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Abies Pectinata Wood Oil
MEDIUM
EU restricted fragrance ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
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Abies Sachalinensis Branch/leaf Water
MEDIUM
EU restricted, microbiological stability concern · EU (web) ↗
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Abies Sachalinensis Leaf Extract
MEDIUM
EU restricted; microbiological stability concern · EU CosIng (web) ↗
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Abies Sibirica Oil
MEDIUM
EU restricted, GHS Danger · EU / EWG (web) ↗
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Abietyl Alcohol
MEDIUM
Contact dermatitis, cross-reactivity with rosin · EWG / Expert Panel for Cosmetic Ingredient Safety (web) ↗
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Acacia Catechu Leaf/wood Powder
MEDIUM
EU restricted ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
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Acacia Farnesiana Flower/stem Extract
MEDIUM
Missing safety data, potential sensitizer · CIR (web) ↗
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Acacia Farnesiana Stem Bark Extract
MEDIUM
skin sensitization concern · CIR (web) ↗
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Acanthopanax Senticosus Stem Extract
MEDIUM
EU restricted ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
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Acetaldehyde
HIGH
Linked to cancer · EWG (web) ↗
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Acetaldehyde Ethyl Hexyl Acetal
MEDIUM
Safety regarded with caution · Expert Panel for Cosmetic Ingredient Safety (web) ↗
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Acetaldehyde Ethyl Isoeugenyl Acetal
MEDIUM
EU restricted; strong allergen · EU (web) ↗
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Acetophenone
LOW
Skin irritant, corneal injury · EWG, Hazard Summary (web) ↗
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Acetophenone/oxymethylene Copolymer
MEDIUM
Formaldehyde-origin backbone; potential formaldehyde release · EU Annex V (web) ↗
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Acetoxyandrostenedione
MEDIUM
Safety needs further evaluation · EWG (web) ↗
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Acetyl Hexamethyl Indan
MEDIUM
EU restricted, fragrance allergen · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
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Acetyl Hexamethyl Tetralin
MEDIUM
Synthetic musk, potential allergen · EWG / Million Marker (web) ↗
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Acetylcedrene
MEDIUM
EU restricted allergen · EU SCCS (web) ↗
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Achillea Millefolium Flower Water
MEDIUM
Insufficient safety data, data needs identified · CIR Expert Panel (web) ↗
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Acid Blue 74 Aluminum Lake
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern in inhalable forms · EWG (web) ↗
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Acid Red 18 Aluminum Lake
MEDIUM
Allowed with restrictions; higher score if unsafe · EWG (web) ↗
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Acid Red 184
HIGH
Chromium-containing with limited safety data · EWG (web) ↗
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Acid Yellow 23 Aluminum Lake
MEDIUM
Avoid during pregnancy; aluminum salt · EWG (web) ↗
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Aconitum Austrokoreense Flower Extract
HIGH
Banned in some markets · EWG (web) ↗
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Acrylamide
HIGH
Potential carcinogen, restricted in EU · EWG (web) ↗
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Acrylamide/ethalkonium Chloride Acrylate Copolymer
MEDIUM
Moderate safety, no established margin · EWG (web) ↗
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Acrylamides/dmapa Acrylates/methoxy Peg Methacrylate Copolymer
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
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Acrylates/aminoacrylates/c10-30 Alkyl Peg-20 Itaconate Copolymer
MEDIUM
Respiratory concerns if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
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Acrylates/ceteareth-25 Methacrylate/methacrylamide Crosspolymer
MEDIUM
Ethoxylated; potential 1,4-dioxane contamination · EWG (web) ↗
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Acrylates/methoxy Peg-15 Methacrylate Copolymer
MEDIUM
Restricted in EWG VERIFIED products · EWG (web) ↗
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Acrylates/perfluorohexylethyl Methacrylate Copolymer
HIGH
PFAS, avoid during pregnancy · EWG (web) ↗
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Acrylates/steareth-20 Methacrylate Crosspolymer
MEDIUM
EWG VERIFIED restricted ingredient · EWG (web) ↗
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Acrylic Acid
HIGH
Strong irritant to skin, eyes, mucous membranes · EWG / Expert Panel for Cosmetic Ingredient Safety (web) ↗
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Acrylic Acid/acrylonitrogens Copolymer
HIGH
CMR Cat 1B carcinogen/mutagen risk · EU (web) ↗
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Acrylonitrile
HIGH
CMR, occupational hazard, irritant · EWG / chemicalbook (web) ↗
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Acrylonitrile/glycol Dimethacrylate Crosspolymer
MEDIUM
Known skin sensitizer; residual monomer risk · EWG / EU (web) ↗
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Acryloyl Morpholine
MEDIUM
Hazardous substance assessment by Health Canada · Health Canada (web) ↗
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Acryloyloxyethyl Phthalate
HIGH
EU banned, potential CMR · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
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Activated Clay
MEDIUM
Insufficient data for safety · EU SCCS (web) ↗
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Adamantanylamino Dihydroxypropiophenone
MEDIUM
EU restricted ingredient · EU CosIng (web) ↗
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Adamantanylcarboxamido Trifluoromethylbenzonitrile
HIGH
PFAS, not tested for safety · EWG (web) ↗
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Adenium Obesum Leaf Cell Extract
MEDIUM
Moderate safety with some cautions · EWG (web) ↗
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Adeps Bovis
LOW
Potential pore-clogging for sensitive/acne-prone skin · EWG (web) ↗
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Adonis Palaestina Flower Extract
HIGH
Contains cardiac glycosides, toxic · EWG / EU (web) ↗
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Aegle Marmelos Leaf Oil
MEDIUM
Potential phototoxicity from furocoumarins · EWG / IFRA (web) ↗
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Aegle Marmelos Root Powder
MEDIUM
Contains furocoumarins, potential phototoxicity · EWG (web) ↗
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Aesculus Chinensis Extract
HIGH
Potential reprotoxic and eye irritant · EWG (web) ↗
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Agrimonia Eupatoria Leaf Extract
MEDIUM
Potential irritant/allergen in reactive skin · EWG (web) ↗
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Albizia Amara Seed Extract
MEDIUM
Irritant at high concentrations · EU (web) ↗
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Alcohol Denat.
MEDIUM
Toxic if ingested, linked to birth defects · EWG (web) ↗
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Alcohol Denat. Sd Alcohol 23-A
MEDIUM
Potential irritant, controversial in skincare · EWG (web) ↗
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Alcohol Denat. Sd Alcohol 27-B
HIGH
EU prohibited ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
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Alcohol Denat. Sd Alcohol 36
MEDIUM
respiratory and dermal irritant · EWG (web) ↗
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Alcohol Denat. Sd Alcohol 37
MEDIUM
Drying alcohol, potential irritant · EWG (web) ↗
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Alcohol Denat. Sd Alcohol 38-C
LOW
May be drying or irritating for sensitive skin · EWG (web) ↗
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Alcohol Denat. Sd Alcohol 46
MEDIUM
Reprotoxic denaturant, skin drying · EWG / EU (web) ↗
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Aldioxa
MEDIUM
Insufficient safety data, FDA Category III · FDA (web) ↗
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Aleurites Moluccanus Extract
MEDIUM
Moderate safety rating, requires documentation · EWG / EU (web) ↗
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Alexandrite Powder
HIGH
Beryllium aluminum oxide, potential carcinogen · EWG (web) ↗
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Alloimperatorin
MEDIUM
EU restricted ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
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Allyl 2-Methylbutoxyacetate
MEDIUM
EU restricted, sensitization risk · EU / EWG (web) ↗
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Allyl Cyclohexylacetate
LOW
Can be irritating to sensitive skin · EWG (web) ↗
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Allyl Phenethyl Ether
HIGH
EU prohibited ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
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Almond Oil Glycereth-8 Esters
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
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Almond Oil Peg-6 Esters
MEDIUM
Ethoxylated chemical with respiratory concerns · EWG (web) ↗
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Almondamide Dea
MEDIUM
EU restricted, max 0.5% free DEA · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
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Almondamidopropyl Dimethylamine
MEDIUM
Potential dermal sensitizer · Cosmetic Ingredient Review (web) ↗
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Aloe Ferox Leaf Juice Extract
MEDIUM
Phototoxicity and sensitization risk if anthraquinone >50 ppm · CIR (2007) (web) ↗
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Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone
LOW
fragrance allergen · EU SCCS / Annex III ↗
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Alpha-Santalol
MEDIUM
Moderate safety rating, fragrance allergen · EWG (web) ↗
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Alpha-Terpinene
MEDIUM
Skin sensitizer, acute oral toxicity · EU CLP Regulation (web) ↗
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Alpinia Officinarum Leaf Extract
MEDIUM
EU restricted ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
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Alumina
HIGH
High hazard score 7/10 · EWG (web) ↗
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Aluminium
MEDIUM
potential neurotoxin at high exposure · EWG Skin Deep ↗
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Aluminium Chlorohydrate
MEDIUM
potential neurotoxin at high exposure · EWG Skin Deep ↗
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Aluminum
MEDIUM
potential neurotoxin at high exposure · EWG Skin Deep ↗
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Aluminum Benzoate
MEDIUM
Avoid during pregnancy; astringent/antiperspirant · EWG (web) ↗
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Aluminum Bromohydrate
MEDIUM
EU restricted; systemic aluminum exposure concerns · EWG / EU (web) ↗
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Aluminum Chlorohydrate
MEDIUM
potential neurotoxin at high exposure · EWG Skin Deep ↗
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Aluminum Chlorohydrex Peg
HIGH
Ethoxylated with carcinogenic byproduct 1,4-dioxane · EWG (web) ↗
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Aluminum Fluoride
HIGH
Prohibited in EU; fluorosis risk · EU (web) ↗
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Aluminum Hydrogenated Tallow Glutamate
HIGH
EU banned, prohibited in cosmetics · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
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Aluminum Hydroxy Bis-Methylene Bis-Di-T-Butylphenyl Phosphate
HIGH
EU prohibited, industrial additive · EU SCCS (web) ↗
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Aluminum Salts
MEDIUM
Hazard score 5/10, aluminum content concern · EWG (web) ↗
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Aluminum Sesquichlorohydrate
MEDIUM
potential neurotoxin at high exposure · EWG Skin Deep ↗
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Aluminum Undecylenoyl Collagen Amino Acids
MEDIUM
Avoid during pregnancy; aluminum salt · EU SCCS (web) ↗
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Aluminum Zirconium
MEDIUM
potential neurotoxin at high exposure · EWG Skin Deep ↗
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Aluminum Zirconium Octachlorohydrate
MEDIUM
EU restricted, antiperspirant · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
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Aluminum Zirconium Pentachlorohydrex Gly
HIGH
Suspected endocrine disruptor, avoid during pregnancy · EWG (web) ↗
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Aluminum Zirconium Tetrachlorohydrate
MEDIUM
Allowed with restrictions; higher score if unsafe · EWG (web) ↗
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Aluminum Zirconium Tetrachlorohydrex Gly
MEDIUM
Potential aluminum absorption, moderate skin irritation · EWG (web) ↗
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Aluminum Zirconium Tetrachlorohydrex Peg
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern in inhalable forms · EWG (web) ↗
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Aluminum Zirconium Tetrachlorohydrex Pg
MEDIUM
Allowed with restrictions; potential safety concerns · EWG (web) ↗
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Aluminum Zirconium Trichlorohydrate
MEDIUM
Restricted use, potential sensitizer · EWG (web) ↗
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Alysicarpus Vaginalis Extract
MEDIUM
Limited safety data; requires toxicological assessment · EU (web) ↗
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Amburana Cearensis Seed Oil
MEDIUM
EU restricted; coumarin limits apply · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
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Aminomethyl Propanol
MEDIUM
Should not be with N-nitrosating agents · CIR (web) ↗
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Aminopentyl Aminoadenine
MEDIUM
No safety assessment; moderate rating · EWG (web) ↗
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Ammonia
MEDIUM
respiratory irritant · EPA ↗
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Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/laureth-7 Methacrylate Copolymer
MEDIUM
Restricted by EWG · EWG (web) ↗
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Ammonium Bisulfite
HIGH
Strong irritant and toxic by skin absorption · EWG (web) ↗
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Ammonium Dimethicone Peg-7 Sulfate
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern in inhalable forms · EWG (web) ↗
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Ammonium Fluorosilicate
HIGH
Potential toxicity, not safe for personal care · EWG (web) ↗
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Ammonium Glycolate
MEDIUM
Moderate hazard score 5/10 · EWG (web) ↗
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Ammonium Hydroxide
MEDIUM
Moderate hazard score 6/10 · EWG (web) ↗
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Ammonium Iodide
HIGH
Thermal decomposition releases toxic gases · EWG / Canada.ca (web) ↗
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Ammonium Lactate
MEDIUM
Moderate hazard, score 5/10 · EWG (web) ↗
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Ammonium Laureth Sulfate
MEDIUM
Eye and skin irritation · EWG / CIR Panel (web) ↗
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Ammonium Laureth-12 Sulfate
MEDIUM
Eye and skin irritation · CIR Panel (web) ↗
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Ammonium Monofluorophosphate
MEDIUM
EU restricted, max 0.15% · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
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Ammonium Thioglycolate
MEDIUM
Moderate hazard, restricted in cosmetics · EWG (web) ↗
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Ammonium Thiolactate
MEDIUM
Moderate hazard score 5/10 · EWG (web) ↗
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Ammonium Vanadate
HIGH
Laboratory chemical, not for personal care · EWG / Safety Data Sheet (web) ↗
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Amp-C8-18 Perfluoroalkylethyl Phosphate
HIGH
PFAS, potential persistent and toxic · CosIng (web) ↗
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Amp-Isostearoyl Hydrolyzed Keratin
MEDIUM
Use restrictions and warnings · EWG (web) ↗
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Amyl Cinnamal
LOW
fragrance allergen · EU SCCS / Annex III ↗
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Amylcinnamyl Acetate
MEDIUM
EU restricted fragrance allergen · EU SCCS (web) ↗
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Amylcinnamyl Alcohol
LOW
Fragrance allergen, mild irritant · EWG / Million Marker (web) ↗
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Amylcyclopentenone
HIGH
Expert panel recommends not to use · Expert Panel for Fragrance Safety (web) ↗
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Amylisoeugenol
MEDIUM
Fragrance allergen, EU restricted · EU SCCS (web) ↗
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Anabaena Flosaquae/aphanizomenon Flosaquae/coelosphaerium Kuetzingianum/microcystis Aeruginosa/oscillatoria Princeps Extract
HIGH
Neurotoxin producer (saxitoxins, anatoxin-a) · Microalgae in Health and Disease Prevention, 2018 (web) ↗
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Anethum Graveolens Seed Oil
MEDIUM
Skin irritant, allergen, toxic if swallowed · EWG / EU SCCS (web) ↗
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Angelica Archangelica Root Extract
MEDIUM
Moderate safety, risk for sensitive skin · EWG (web) ↗
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Angelica Archangelica Root Oil
MEDIUM
Potential irritant; environmental hazard · EWG / Safety Data Sheet (web) ↗
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Angelica Dahurica Root Powder
MEDIUM
Contains furanocoumarins, strong sensitizer · EWG (web) ↗
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Angoroside C
MEDIUM
Moderate safety rating · EWG (web) ↗
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Aniba Rosaeodora Amazonica Wood Extract
MEDIUM
Irritant and contact sensitizer · EWG (web) ↗
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Aniba Rosaeodora Wood Oil
MEDIUM
Potential sensitizer; hazard identification present · EWG / manufacturer (web) ↗
-
Anigozanthos Manglesii Flower Extract
MEDIUM
Limited safety data; protected species · EU (web) ↗
-
Anise Alcohol
LOW
fragrance allergen · EU SCCS / Annex III ↗
-
Annona Cherimola Fruit Extract
MEDIUM
Contains ACGs; verify residual levels · EWG / EU (web) ↗
-
Anthoxanthum Odoratum Extract
MEDIUM
EU restricted, max 0.001% · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Antidesma Velutinosum Fruit Extract
MEDIUM
Limited toxicological data, no dermal safety · EWG / CosIng (web) ↗
-
Apium Graveolens Rapaccum Leaf Extract
MEDIUM
Phototoxic potential; allergen cross-reactivity · EWG / EU (web) ↗
-
Apium Graveolens Rapaccum Seed Oil
MEDIUM
Phototoxic furanocoumarins; IFRA restricted · IFRA (web) ↗
-
Apocynum Venetum Leaf/stem Extract
MEDIUM
Genus confusion with prohibited A. cannabinum · CosIng / EU (web) ↗
-
Apricot Kernel Oil Peg-40 Esters
MEDIUM
Potential ethylene oxide and 1,4-dioxane residues · EWG / EU (web) ↗
-
Apricot Kernel Oil Peg-6 Esters
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Apricot Kernel Oil Peg-8 Esters
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Apricotamide Dea
MEDIUM
Potential sensitizer, EU restricted · EWG / CIR (web) ↗
-
Aquamarine Powder
MEDIUM
Inhalation risk from beryllium content · EWG / EU (web) ↗
-
Aquilaria Agallocha Oil
MEDIUM
EU restricted ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Araucaria Angustifolia Seed Extract
MEDIUM
Potential nut allergen; EU labeling required · EU (web) ↗
-
Arbutus Unedo Fruit Extract
LOW
Can trigger stinging or irritation · EWG (web) ↗
-
Argania Spinosa Leaf Extract
MEDIUM
Moderate safety with some cautions · EWG (web) ↗
-
Artemisia Arborescens Herb Oil
MEDIUM
Avoid during pregnancy · EWG (web) ↗
-
Artemisia Dracunculus Herb Extract
MEDIUM
Acute toxicity inhalation, dermal, oral · EWG (web) ↗
-
Artemisia Tridentata Leaf/stem Oil
MEDIUM
Contains neurotoxic thujone; EU permitted · EWG / EU (web) ↗
-
Aruncus Aethusifolius Extract
MEDIUM
May contain cyanogenic glycosides · EWG / EU (web) ↗
-
Asarum Sieboldii Root Extract
MEDIUM
Contains methyleugenol, a potential carcinogen · EWG (web) ↗
-
Ascophyllum Nodosum
MEDIUM
Moderate hazard score 3/10 · EWG (web) ↗
-
Ascophyllum Nodosum Powder
MEDIUM
Moderate hazard score 3/10 · EWG (web) ↗
-
Asparagus Lucidus Root Extract
MEDIUM
EU hazard phrases for skin/eye contact · EU (web) ↗
-
Aspergillus/angelica Tenuissima Root Extract Ferment Filtrate
MEDIUM
Furanocoumarin and mycotoxin concerns · EWG (web) ↗
-
Aspergillus/castanea Crenata Pellicle Ferment Extract
MEDIUM
Potential allergen and mycotoxin risk · EWG (web) ↗
-
Aspergillus/castanea Crenata Pellicle Ferment Extract Filtrate
MEDIUM
Potential allergen and mycotoxin risk · EWG (web) ↗
-
Aspergillus/defatted Soybean Seed Ferment Extract Filtrate
MEDIUM
Estrogenic activity; soy allergen · EU (web) ↗
-
Atractylodes Japonica Root Oil
MEDIUM
Potential skin sensitizer; avoid during pregnancy · EWG (web) ↗
-
Attalea Speciosa Mesocarp Extract
MEDIUM
EU permitted but moderate safety · EU / EWG (web) ↗
-
Averrhoa Carambola Leaf Extract
MEDIUM
Limited safety data; oxalic acid concerns · EWG (web) ↗
-
Avocadamide Dipa
MEDIUM
EU restricted, specific conditions required · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Avocado Oil Peg-11 Esters
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern in inhalable forms · EWG (web) ↗
-
Azelaoyl Bis-Dipeptide-10
HIGH
EU prohibited ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Azelaoyl Dipeptide-27
MEDIUM
EWG safety rating MODERATE · EWG (web) ↗
-
Aziridine
HIGH
Potential carcinogen, no cosmetic safety data · EWG / chemicalbook (web) ↗
-
Azulene
MEDIUM
Allergic response; insufficient safety data · EWG / EU SCCS (web) ↗
-
Babassu Seed Oil Ethyl Esters
MEDIUM
EU restricted ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Babassuamidopropyl Betaine
MEDIUM
Moderate hazard score 5/10 · EWG (web) ↗
-
Baccharis Dracunculifolia Herb Oil
MEDIUM
EU restricted ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Bacillus/monascus/caviar/rice Bran Ferment Filtrate
MEDIUM
Moderate concern, new ingredient · CosIng (web) ↗
-
Bacillus/monascus/typha Angustifolia Flower/soybean Ferment Filtrate
MEDIUM
EU restricted ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Bacillus/royal Jelly/soybean Ferment Filtrate Extract
MEDIUM
Allergenic risk, anaphylaxis case reports · EWG (web) ↗
-
Bacillus/silk/soybean Ferment Filtrate
MEDIUM
Allergenicity risk from silk/soy · EWG / Expert Panel (web) ↗
-
Bacillus/silk/soybean/tagetes Erecta Flower Ferment Filtrate
MEDIUM
Potential allergen; soy/silk allergenicity · FAQ (web) ↗
-
Bacillus/tagetes Patula Flower/soybean Ferment Filtrate
MEDIUM
EU restricted ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Bacopa Monnieria Oil
MEDIUM
Avoid during pregnancy · EWG (web) ↗
-
Barium Sulfide
HIGH
Restricted or prohibited in cosmetics · EWG / Hotlist (web) ↗
-
Barleria Prionitis Powder
MEDIUM
Moderate safety concern · EWG (web) ↗
-
Barley Sh-Polypeptide-9
HIGH
EU banned ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Barosma Betulina Leaf Oil
HIGH
Prohibited in EU cosmetics · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Basic Blue 99
MEDIUM
Re-evaluation due to composition variability · CIR Panel (web) ↗
-
Basic Brown 16
HIGH
Potential mutagenicity, not safe in non-oxidative hair dyes · EU SCCS (web) ↗
-
Basic Brown 17
MEDIUM
Possible sensitization potential · EU SCCS (web) ↗
-
Basic Violet 2
MEDIUM
Hazard rating 2-5 depending on usage · EWG (web) ↗
-
Bee Venom
MEDIUM
Known allergen, medium risk · EWG (web) ↗
-
Behenamide Mea
HIGH
EU prohibited ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Behenamidopropyl Dimethylamine
MEDIUM
GHS Danger: skin/eye irritant, sensitizer · EWG / EU (web) ↗
-
Behenamidopropyl Dimethylamine Lactate
MEDIUM
EU restricted ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Behenoyl Pg-Trimonium Chloride
MEDIUM
Eye and mucous membrane irritant; aquatic toxicity · EWG (web) ↗
-
Behentrimonium Chloride
HIGH
Hazardous chemical requiring protective equipment · EWG (web) ↗
-
Behentrimonium Dimethicone Peg-8 Phthalate
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Bentonite
HIGH
Carcinogen, skin/eye irritant, organ toxicity · EWG (web) ↗
-
Benzalphthalide
MEDIUM
Moderate safety rating, UV absorber · EWG (web) ↗
-
Benzisothiazolinone
MEDIUM
contact allergen/sensitizer · EU SCCS ↗
-
Benzoguanamine
MEDIUM
Harmful if swallowed or inhaled, aquatic toxicity · EWG / GHS (web) ↗
-
Benzophenone
HIGH
possible carcinogen, endocrine disruption · EWG Skin Deep + IARC ↗
-
Benzophenone-2
HIGH
Genotoxicity and endocrine activity · EU SCCS (web) ↗
-
Benzophenone-3
MEDIUM
Restricted to 3% in cosmetics · Cosmetic Ingredient Hotlist (web) ↗
-
Benzophenone-5
HIGH
Potential genotoxicity and endocrine activity · EU SCCS (web) ↗
-
Benzophenone-6
HIGH
Persistent, bioaccumulative, toxic (PBT) · EWG (web) ↗
-
Benzotriazole
MEDIUM
EU restricted, combustible dust hazard · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Benzoxonium Chloride
MEDIUM
EU restricted, antimicrobial · EU (web) ↗
-
Benzoyl Chloride
HIGH
Restricted for use; laboratory chemical · EWG / EU SCCS (web) ↗
-
Benzoyl Peroxide
MEDIUM
Restricted on EU Hotlist · EWG / EU SCCS (web) ↗
-
Benzyl Alcohol
LOW
fragrance allergen / preservative · EU SCCS / Annex III ↗
-
Benzyl Benzoate
LOW
fragrance allergen · EU SCCS / Annex III ↗
-
Benzyl Salicylate
LOW
fragrance allergen · EU SCCS / Annex III ↗
-
Benzyl Triethyl Ammonium Chloride
HIGH
EU prohibited, combustion hazards · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Benzylparaben
HIGH
Hormone disruption, breast cancer link · EWG (web) ↗
-
Berberis Aristata Root Powder
MEDIUM
Moderate safety with some cautions · EWG (web) ↗
-
Berchemia Lineata Root Extract
MEDIUM
No safety data, alkaloid/tannin risk · EWG (web) ↗
-
Bergenia Crassifolia Leaf Extract
MEDIUM
EU restricted; hydroquinone, phototoxicity, irritant · EU / EWG (web) ↗
-
Bergenin
MEDIUM
Causes skin and eye irritation, may be harmful · Safety Data Sheet (web) ↗
-
Bertholletia Excelsa Seed Powder
MEDIUM
Allergen risk from intact proteins · EWG / EU SCCS (web) ↗
-
Beta-Ionone
MEDIUM
Signal word Warning indicates hazard · EWG / SDS (web) ↗
-
Beta-Methyl-Cyclododecaneethanol
MEDIUM
Possibly persistent or bioaccumulative · EPI Suite (web) ↗
-
Beta-Pinen-3-Yl Acetate
MEDIUM
Respiratory concerns in inhalable forms · EWG (web) ↗
-
Betula Lenta Bark Oil
MEDIUM
Respiratory concerns if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Betulinyl Methoxy Peg-22 Carboxylate
MEDIUM
EU restricted ingredient · EU (web) ↗
-
Bha
HIGH
potential carcinogen, endocrine disruption · EWG Skin Deep + IARC ↗
-
Bht
MEDIUM
potential endocrine disruption · EWG Skin Deep ↗
-
Bicycloheptenylethanone Oxime
MEDIUM
Potential skin sensitization; EU restricted · EU / IFRA (web) ↗
-
Bifida/deer Antler Ferment Filtrate
HIGH
EU prohibited ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Bifida/paecilomyces Japonica Mycelium/panax Ginseng Root Ferment Filtrate
LOW
Potential allergen from dual fermentation · EWG (web) ↗
-
Bioresmethrin
HIGH
EU prohibited, pyrethroid pesticide · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Bis(Hexamethylene)triamine
HIGH
Skin corrosion, acute toxicity, eye damage · OSHA GHS (web) ↗
-
Bis-Butyloxyamodimethicone/peg-60 Copolymer
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Bis-Glyoxyloyl Cystine
MEDIUM
EU restricted ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Bis-Isobutyl Peg-14/amodimethicone Copolymer
MEDIUM
Respiratory concerns if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Bis-Isobutyl Peg-15/amodimethicone Copolymer
MEDIUM
Respiratory concerns if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Bis-Lauryl Lactate Ipdi/peg-2 Soyamine Copolymer
MEDIUM
Respiratory concerns in inhalable forms · EWG (web) ↗
-
Bis-Methylisocytosine Hydrogenated Polybutadiene/ipdi Copolymer
HIGH
EU banned, prohibited in cosmetics · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Bis-Paba Porphyra 334
MEDIUM
PABA moiety sensitizer; limited toxicological data · EU SCCS (web) ↗
-
Bis-Peg-1 Dimethicone
MEDIUM
Potential PEG contamination with carcinogens · EWG (web) ↗
-
Bis-Peg-10 Dimethicone/dimer Dilinoleate Copolymer
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Bis-Peg-12 Dimethicone Beeswax
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern in inhalable forms · EWG (web) ↗
-
Bis-Peg-12 Dimethicone Candelillate
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Bis-Peg-18 Methyl Ether Dimethyl Silane
MEDIUM
Respiratory concerns if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Bis-Peg-20 Dimethicone
MEDIUM
Respiratory concerns if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Bis-Peg-8 Peg-8 Dimethicone
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Bis-Peg/ppg-14/14 Dimethicone
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Bis-Peg/ppg-16/16 Peg/ppg-16/16 Dimethicone
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Bis-Peg/ppg-18/6 Dimethicone
MEDIUM
Potential 1,4-dioxane impurity · EWG (web) ↗
-
Bis-Pentaerythritol Triacrylate/smdi Copolymer
MEDIUM
Residual monomer is sensitizer · CIR (web) ↗
-
Bis-Retinamido Methylpentane
MEDIUM
EU restricted, max 0.05% · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Bisabolol
MEDIUM
Possibly persistent and bioaccumulative · EPI Suite v4.11 (US EPA) (web) ↗
-
Bisamino Peg/ppg-41/3 Aminoethyl Pg-Propyl Dimethicone
MEDIUM
Respiratory concerns if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Bitter Cherry Seed Oil Peg-8 Esters
MEDIUM
1,4-dioxane contamination risk · EWG (web) ↗
-
Black Sea Rod Oil
MEDIUM
Moderate safety, risk for sensitive skin · EWG (web) ↗
-
Bocoa Prouacensis Extract
MEDIUM
Moderate hazard, EU permitted · EWG Skin Deep (web) ↗
-
Bolbostemma Paniculatum Stem Extract
HIGH
Cytotoxic saponin and irritant anthraquinone · EWG (web) ↗
-
Borage Seed Oil Polyglyceryl-6 Esters
MEDIUM
Pyrrolizidine alkaloid contamination risk · EU (web) ↗
-
Boric Acid
MEDIUM
Not for infant or injured skin · CIR Panel (web) ↗
-
Bornyl Acetate
MEDIUM
Skin and eye irritant, requires protective measures · EU Risk And Safety phrases (web) ↗
-
Boronophenylalanine Hcl
HIGH
EU prohibited; pharmaceutical boron delivery agent · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Botryocladia Occidentalis Extract
MEDIUM
Insufficient data, potential irritation, heavy metal bioaccumulation · CIR Panel (web) ↗
-
Brassicamidopropyl Dimethylamine
MEDIUM
Potential allergy or immunotoxicity concerns · EWG (web) ↗
-
Bromocinnamal
MEDIUM
Fragrance allergen, margin of safety not established · EWG / SCCS (web) ↗
-
Bronopol
HIGH
formaldehyde releaser · EWG Skin Deep ↗
-
Brucine Sulfate
HIGH
Toxic salt, potential CMR · EWG (web) ↗
-
Buddleja Officinalis Leaf Extract
MEDIUM
Moderate to severe skin and eye irritant · Safety Data Sheet (web) ↗
-
Bupleurum Falcatum Root Extract
MEDIUM
Moderate safety with some cautions · EWG (web) ↗
-
Bursera Fagaroides Wood Oil
HIGH
EU banned for cosmetic use · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Bursera Graveolens Fruit Oil
MEDIUM
EU restricted ingredient · EU CosIng (web) ↗
-
Bursera Graveolens Wood Oil
MEDIUM
Aquatic toxicity hazard · EWG / GHS (web) ↗
-
Butadiene/isoprene Copolymer
HIGH
EU banned · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Butea Superba Extract
MEDIUM
Skin and eye irritant, sensitizer · EU Risk and Safety phrases (web) ↗
-
Butenyl Aminolevulinate Hcl
MEDIUM
EU restricted; structurally related to 5-ALA prodrugs · EU (web) ↗
-
Butoxyethanol
HIGH
High hazard score 8/10 · EWG (web) ↗
-
Butyl Acrylate
HIGH
Unsuitable for use in cosmetics · EU (web) ↗
-
Butyl Benzyl Phthalate
HIGH
Endocrine disruptor, reprotoxic · EWG (web) ↗
-
Butyl Cinnamaldehyde
HIGH
EU banned cosmetic ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Butyl Decyl Phthalate
HIGH
Phthalate, potential endocrine disruptor · EWG / South Korea regulation (web) ↗
-
Butyl Ethyl Ketone
HIGH
Volatile organic solvent; flammability; respiratory hazard · EWG / EU (web) ↗
-
Butyl Formate
MEDIUM
GHS signal word DANGER · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Butyl Methacrylate
MEDIUM
Skin contact must be avoided · EWG / Expert Panel (web) ↗
-
Butyl Salicylate
MEDIUM
Skin irritation and sun sensitivity · CIR (web) ↗
-
Butyl Thioglycolate
MEDIUM
Skin contact should be avoided · EWG / CIR (web) ↗
-
Butylated Polyoxymethylene Urea
HIGH
High hazard score 8/10 · EWG (web) ↗
-
Butylcarbamoethyl Methacrylate
MEDIUM
EU restricted, skin contact avoidance · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Butyloctyl Salicylate
MEDIUM
May inflate SPF rating · EWG (web) ↗
-
Butylparaben
HIGH
endocrine disruption · EWG Skin Deep ↗
-
Butylphenyl Methylpropional
HIGH
reprotoxic; banned in EU cosmetics (2022) · EU CMR / Annex II ↗
-
Butyraldehyde
HIGH
Flammable, irritant, GHS hazard codes · SDS/MSDS (web) ↗
-
Butyrolactone
HIGH
GHS signal word DANGER · EWG / EU (web) ↗
-
Butyrophenone
MEDIUM
Combustible, forms explosive mixtures · chemicalbook (web) ↗
-
C10-14 Alkyl Benzenesulfonic Acid
HIGH
Severe skin irritant in animal study · CCOHS (web) ↗
-
C11-14 Isoparaffin
MEDIUM
Lung effects from aerosolized products · CIR (web) ↗
-
C11-15 Pareth-3 Oleate
HIGH
Prohibited in EU due to 1,4-dioxane residues · EU (web) ↗
-
C11-15 Pareth-7 Carboxylic Acid
MEDIUM
Potential toxic impurity contamination · EWG (web) ↗
-
C11-21 Pareth-3
MEDIUM
EU restricted; ethoxylation contaminants · EWG / EU (web) ↗
-
C12-14 Sec-Pareth-9
MEDIUM
Potential 1,4-dioxane and ethylene oxide residuals · EWG (web) ↗
-
C12-15 Pareth-3 Benzoate
MEDIUM
Potential 1,4-dioxane risk from ethoxylated backbone · EWG / EU SCCS (web) ↗
-
C12-16 Alkyl Peg-2 Hydroxypropyl Hydroxyethyl Ethylcellulose
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
C13-14 Isoparaffin
MEDIUM
Lung effects from aerosolized products · CIR (web) ↗
-
C18-22 Alkyl Peg-25 Methacrylate/diethylaminoethyl Methacrylate Copolymer
MEDIUM
EO/1,4-dioxane impurity; ocular irritation · EWG (web) ↗
-
C30-50 Alkyl Beeswax
LOW
Bee allergen; propolis-free status needed · EWG (web) ↗
-
C30-50 Pareth-10
MEDIUM
EU restricted surfactant · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
C6-10 Pareth-4 Phosphate
MEDIUM
Ethoxylated with 1,4-dioxane concerns · EWG (web) ↗
-
C8-10 Alkane/cycloalkane/aromatic Hydrocarbons
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
C8-18 Fluoroalcohol Phosphate
HIGH
PFAS class, potential CMR · EWG / Expert Panel for Cosmetic Ingredient Safety (web) ↗
-
C9-13 Fluoroalcohol
MEDIUM
EU restricted ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Cadinene
MEDIUM
Bio-accumulative potential · EPI Suite v4.11 (web) ↗
-
Caffeine Benzoate
MEDIUM
EU restricted, max 2.5% · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Calcium Chloride
MEDIUM
GHS DANGER, EU permitted but cross-vertical divergence · EWG / EU SCCS (web) ↗
-
Calcium Fluoride
HIGH
Dental/skeletal fluorosis; ingestion risk · EWG (web) ↗
-
Calcium Hydroxide
MEDIUM
Moderate hazard, pH adjuster · EWG (web) ↗
-
Calcium Hypochlorite
HIGH
Corrosive, releases chlorine gas, severe damage · EWG (web) ↗
-
Calcium Oxide
HIGH
Hazardous combustion products, irritant · chemicalbook (web) ↗
-
Calcium Thioglycolate
MEDIUM
Strong sensitizer and irritant; EU restricted · EWG / EU (web) ↗
-
Calcium Thioglycolate Hydroxide
MEDIUM
Moderate hazard, potential safety concerns · EWG (web) ↗
-
Calendula Officinalis Seed Oil
MEDIUM
Insufficient safety data · CIR Expert Panel (web) ↗
-
Calochortus Tolmiei Flower Extract
MEDIUM
No toxicological profile; sustainability concern · EU (web) ↗
-
Camelina Sativa Seed Oil/palm Oil Aminopropanediol Esters
MEDIUM
Moderate safety rating · EU (web) ↗
-
Camellia Japonica Gamma-Lactone
HIGH
Requires full toxicological testing; gamma-lactone class skin hazard · SCCS and CIR guidance (web) ↗
-
Camellia Japonica Seed Powder
MEDIUM
Inhalation risk if powder · EU (web) ↗
-
Camphene
MEDIUM
Flammable solid, eye irritant, aquatic hazard · Sigma-Aldrich SDS (web) ↗
-
Camphor
MEDIUM
Restricted on EU list · EU SCCS (web) ↗
-
Cananga Odorata Flower Powder
MEDIUM
Potential allergen; data-poor; moderate safety rating · EWG / EU (web) ↗
-
Cananga Odorata Leaf Cell Extract
MEDIUM
Potential sensitizer from ylang-ylang oil · EWG (web) ↗
-
Canarium Commune Gum Oil
MEDIUM
EU restricted ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Canavalia Gladiata Fruit Extract
HIGH
EU prohibited, contains canavanine and concanavalin A · EU (web) ↗
-
Cannabis Sativa Flower/leaf/stem Extract
HIGH
EU prohibited, THC contamination risk · EU SCCS (web) ↗
-
Cannabis Sativa Stem Powder
MEDIUM
EU restricted ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Capramide Dea
HIGH
Serious eye damage, skin irritant, aquatic hazard · PubChem / EWG (web) ↗
-
Caprooyl Tetrapeptide-3
MEDIUM
Insufficient safety data, further assessment needed · EWG (web) ↗
-
Caprylhydroxamic Acid
MEDIUM
Positive sensitization results · CIR Expert Panel (web) ↗
-
Capryloyl Pea Amino Acids
MEDIUM
EU restricted ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Capryloyl Quinoa Amino Acids
MEDIUM
EU restricted ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Capryloyl Silk Amino Acids
MEDIUM
EU restricted ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Caprylyl Dimethicone Ethoxy Glucoside
MEDIUM
EU restricted, potential toxic impurities · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Caprylyl Trimethicone
MEDIUM
EU restricted · EU (web) ↗
-
Capsicum Annuum Resin
MEDIUM
Potential irritant; extracted with hexane · EWG (web) ↗
-
Capsicum Frutescens Resin
MEDIUM
Potential irritant; restricted in cosmetics · Health Canada Hotlist (web) ↗
-
Carthamus Tinctorius Bud Extract
MEDIUM
Possible cross-reactivity in sensitive individuals · EWG (web) ↗
-
Carum Petroselinum Extract
MEDIUM
EU restricted ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Carum Petroselinum Herb Extract
MEDIUM
EU restricted ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Cassia Angustifolia Leaf
MEDIUM
Potential skin irritant; EU restricted · EWG / EU (web) ↗
-
Castanea Crenata Cupule Extract
MEDIUM
High tannin content may cause irritation; tree nut allergen · EU / EWG (web) ↗
-
Castor Oil Hydrogenated Ethoxylated
HIGH
1,4-dioxane contamination; carcinogen · NY state / CA Prop 65 / EU SCCS (web) ↗
-
Castor Seed Oil Aminopropanediol Amides/esters
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Cedrene
MEDIUM
Possibly persistent and bioaccumulative · EPI Suite v4.11 (US EPA, 2012a) (web) ↗
-
Cedrenol
MEDIUM
Moderate safety rating, EU permitted · EWG / EU (web) ↗
-
Cedrenone
MEDIUM
Moderate safety rating, EU permitted · EWG (web) ↗
-
Cedrol Methyl Ether
MEDIUM
Irritant to eyes, skin, respiratory system · EU safety information (web) ↗
-
Cedrus Atlantica Bark Oil
MEDIUM
EU restricted, max 0.001% leave-on · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Cedrus Deodara Seed Oil
MEDIUM
Moderate safety rating · EWG (web) ↗
-
Cedrus Deodara Wood Extract
MEDIUM
Skin sensitizer, aquatic hazard · EWG / EU SCCS (web) ↗
-
Cedryl Formate
HIGH
EU banned, possibly persistent · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Cellulose Acetate Phthalate
MEDIUM
Phthalate name triggers scrutiny; moderate safety · EWG / EU (web) ↗
-
Centaurium Erythraea Flower Extract
HIGH
EU prohibited ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Centella Asiatica Callus Conditioned Media
MEDIUM
No formal toxicological assessment · EWG / CIR Panel (web) ↗
-
Ceramium Kondoi Extract
HIGH
Heavy metal contamination risk · EWG (web) ↗
-
Cereus Jamacaru Extract
MEDIUM
Moderate safety rating · EWG (web) ↗
-
Cetalkonium Chloride
MEDIUM
EU restricted, max 0.1% · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Cetearalkonium Bromide
MEDIUM
Under EU SCCS review for safety · EU SCCS (web) ↗
-
Cetearamidopropyl Lauroylethyldimonium Methosulfate
MEDIUM
EU restricted ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Ceteardimonium Chloride
MEDIUM
Moderate hazard score 3/10 · EWG (web) ↗
-
Ceteareth-12
MEDIUM
Potential 1,4-dioxane contamination, mild irritant · EWG (web) ↗
-
Ceteareth-20
MEDIUM
Hazard score 5/10 · EWG (web) ↗
-
Ceteareth-5 Phosphate
MEDIUM
1,4-dioxane residue; limited safety data · EWG / CPSR (web) ↗
-
Ceteartrimonium Chloride
MEDIUM
Moderate hazard score 3/10 · EWG (web) ↗
-
Ceteth-10 Phosphate
MEDIUM
Potential contamination with ethylene oxide and 1,4-dioxane · EWG (web) ↗
-
Ceteth-10 Stearate
MEDIUM
EU restricted ingredient · EU (web) ↗
-
Ceteth-150
MEDIUM
Must be purified of 1,4-dioxane; not on damaged skin · EWG / EU (web) ↗
-
Ceteth-16
MEDIUM
EU restricted, NOAEL reported · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Ceteth-18
MEDIUM
Moderate safety rating · EWG (web) ↗
-
Ceteth-20
MEDIUM
Hazard score 5/10 · EWG (web) ↗
-
Ceteth-25
MEDIUM
Potential 1,4-dioxane and ethylene oxide residuals · EWG (web) ↗
-
Ceteth-7 Stearate
MEDIUM
Limited data; read-across from Ceteth family · EWG / EU (web) ↗
-
Cetoleth-25
MEDIUM
Potential 1,4-dioxane and ethylene oxide residuals · EWG (web) ↗
-
Cetoleth-30
MEDIUM
Contains residual 1,4-dioxane and ethylene oxide · EWG (web) ↗
-
Cetrimonium Carboxydecyl Peg-8 Dimethicone
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Cetrimonium Chloride
MEDIUM
Moderate hazard, restricted in leave-on · EWG (web) ↗
-
Cetrimonium Dimethicone Peg-7 Phthalate
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Cetrimonium Methosulfate
MEDIUM
Moderate hazard score 3/10 · EWG (web) ↗
-
Cetyl Behenyl Dimethicone
MEDIUM
Moderate safety rating, limited data · EWG / EU (web) ↗
-
Cetyl Dodecenylsuccinate
MEDIUM
Partial data gap; read-across needed · EWG / EU (web) ↗
-
Cetyl Peg-8 Dimethicone
MEDIUM
Respiratory concerns if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Cetyl Peg/ppg-15/15 Butyl Ether Dimethicone
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Cetyl Peg/ppg-7/3 Dimethicone
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Cetyl Triethylmonium Dimethicone Peg-8 Phthalate
MEDIUM
Respiratory concerns if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Cetyl Triethylmonium Dimethicone Peg-8 Succinate
MEDIUM
Respiratory concerns if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Cetylamine Hydrofluoride
HIGH
Hydrofluoric acid salt, toxic · EWG / EU SCCS (web) ↗
-
Cetyldimonium Ethyl Cetyl Phosphate
MEDIUM
EU restricted, potential irritant · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Cetylpyridinium Chloride
HIGH
GHS Danger: acute toxicity, irritant, aquatic hazard · EU chemicals database (web) ↗
-
Chaetomorpha Solitaria Callus Culture Extract
MEDIUM
Limited toxicological data, requires safety substantiation · EWG / EU SCCS (web) ↗
-
Chamaecyparis Formosensis Wood Oil
LOW
Potential skin sensitizer · EWG (web) ↗
-
Chamazulene
MEDIUM
Moderate hazard rating · EWG (web) ↗
-
Chenopodium Album Flower Extract
MEDIUM
Moderate safety, risk for sensitive skin · EWG (web) ↗
-
Chenopodium Quinoa Seed Oil
MEDIUM
Moderate hazard score 3/10 · EWG (web) ↗
-
Chimaphila Umbellata Leaf Extract
MEDIUM
EU restricted ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Chitin
MEDIUM
Data gaps for repro/endocrine toxicity; allergen risk · EWG (web) ↗
-
Chitosan Rice Branamide Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride
LOW
Mild ocular/skin irritation; rare allergen · EU / EWG (web) ↗
-
Chlorhexidine
MEDIUM
Moderate hazard, score 4/10 · EWG (web) ↗
-
Chlorhexidine Dihydrochloride
MEDIUM
EU restricted, max 0.3% · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Chlorinated Paraffin
HIGH
For R&D use only, not for personal care · Safety Data Sheet (web) ↗
-
Chlorine Bleach
MEDIUM
respiratory irritant, toxic fumes with ammonia · EPA ↗
-
Chloroacetamide
HIGH
skin sensitizer, potential carcinogen · EWG Skin Deep ↗
-
Chloroacetic Acid
HIGH
Toxic, corrosive, DOT hazardous · DOT (web) ↗
-
Chlorophene
MEDIUM
EU restricted, max 0.2% · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Chlorophyllin-Copper Complex
MEDIUM
Restricted in EU and FDA · EWG / EU / FDA (web) ↗
-
Chloroplatinic Acid
HIGH
Potential strong sensitizer, no safety data · EWG (web) ↗
-
Chlorphenesin
LOW
preservative; possible irritant · EWG Skin Deep ↗
-
Cholecalciferol Peg-12 Ether
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern in inhalable forms · EWG (web) ↗
-
Chondrus Crispus
LOW
Hazard score 3/10 · EWG (web) ↗
-
Chrysanthemum Parthenium Flower Powder
MEDIUM
Allergen risk, inhalation hazard · EU (web) ↗
-
Ci 12010
HIGH
Carcinogen (Sudan I) · EWG / EU SCCS (web) ↗
-
Ci 12085
MEDIUM
Safety concerns, regulated usage · EWG / Expert Panel (web) ↗
-
Ci 14700
MEDIUM
Potential azo dye sensitivities, moderate hazard · EWG (web) ↗
-
Ci 15980
HIGH
Carcinogen, EU and US banned · EU / US (web) ↗
-
Ci 15985
MEDIUM
Moderate hazard, potential contact allergy · EWG (web) ↗
-
Ci 18690
MEDIUM
Moderate safety rating · EWG (web) ↗
-
Ci 26100
HIGH
Endocrine disruptor, environmental toxin · EWG (web) ↗
-
Ci 42080
MEDIUM
EU restricted to rinse-off cosmetics · EU Annex IV (web) ↗
-
Ci 47005
MEDIUM
Endocrine disruptor, skin/eye irritant · EWG (web) ↗
-
Ci 60724
MEDIUM
EU restricted ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Ci 60730
MEDIUM
Irritation, allergies, immunotoxicity in damaged skin · EWG (web) ↗
-
Ci 69825
MEDIUM
EU restricted colorant · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Ci 73385
MEDIUM
EU restricted · EU (web) ↗
-
Cimicifuga Acerina Extract
HIGH
Endocrine disruptor (phytoestrogenic) · EWG / EU (web) ↗
-
Cinchona Calisaya Extract
HIGH
EU prohibited ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Cinchona Pubescens Bark Extract
HIGH
EU prohibited; photosensitivity risk · EU (web) ↗
-
Cinchona Succirubra Bark Extract
MEDIUM
EU restricted, max concentration limits · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Cinnamal
MEDIUM
strong fragrance allergen · EU SCCS / Annex III ↗
-
Cinnamaldehyde Dimethyl Acetal
MEDIUM
Potential sensitizer, dermal absorption · EWG / CIR (web) ↗
-
Cinnamaldehyde/methyl Anthranilate Schiff Base
MEDIUM
EU restricted fragrance ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Cinnamidopropyltrimonium Chloride
MEDIUM
Potential skin irritant and sensitizer · EU (web) ↗
-
Cinnamomum Camphora Bark Extract
MEDIUM
EU restricted ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Cinnamomum Camphora Branch/stem Water
MEDIUM
EU restricted ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Cinnamomum Camphora Formosana Leaf Extract
MEDIUM
Sensitization risk · EWG (web) ↗
-
Cinnamomum Camphora Formosana Leaf Oil Rectified
MEDIUM
EU restricted, moderate safety rating · EWG / EU (web) ↗
-
Cinnamomum Camphora Formosana Root Oil
MEDIUM
EU restricted for use · EU CosIng (web) ↗
-
Cinnamomum Camphora Formosana Wood Oil
MEDIUM
Fragrance allergen, irritant, neurotoxic, EU-restricted · EWG / EU (web) ↗
-
Cinnamomum Camphora Linaloolifera Leaf Oil
MEDIUM
Restricted use, higher hazard score · EWG (web) ↗
-
Cinnamomum Camphora Wood Extract
MEDIUM
EU restricted ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Cinnamomum Cassia Bark/myristica Fragrans Shell/piper Nigrum Seed/syzygium Aromaticum Flower Oil
MEDIUM
Fragrance allergen, potential sensitizer · EU CosIng (web) ↗
-
Cinnamomum Cassia Leaf Oil
MEDIUM
Strong sensitizer, EU restricted · EWG (web) ↗
-
Cinnamomum Culilawan Leaf Extract
HIGH
Carcinogenic safrole, EU restricted · EU (web) ↗
-
Cinnamomum Culilawan Leaf Oil
MEDIUM
Potential sensitizer, fragrance allergen · EWG (web) ↗
-
Cinnamomum Culilawan Wood Extract
HIGH
EU prohibited · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Cinnamomum Japonicum Bark Extract
MEDIUM
Hazard score 3/10, potential allergen · EWG (web) ↗
-
Cinnamomum Loureiroi Bark Extract
MEDIUM
EU restricted ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Cinnamomum Tamala Leaf Oil
MEDIUM
Potential sensitizer, dermal absorption risk · EWG / Safety Data (web) ↗
-
Cinnamomum Zeylanicum Bark Powder
MEDIUM
Hazard score 3/10, potential allergen · EWG (web) ↗
-
Cinnamomum Zeylanicum Leaf Extract
MEDIUM
EU restricted ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Cinnamomum Zeylanicum Leaf Oil
MEDIUM
Fragrance allergen, potential sensitizer · EWG / IFRA (web) ↗
-
Cinnamyl Alcohol
LOW
fragrance allergen · EU SCCS / Annex III ↗
-
Cis-3-Hexenal
MEDIUM
Flammable, acute oral toxicity, eye irritation · EWG / EU (web) ↗
-
Cis-3-Hexenyl Isobutyrate
LOW
Causes skin irritation · chemicalbook (web) ↗
-
Cis-3-Hexenyloxyacetaldehyde
LOW
Allergenic potential, perfuming agent · EWG / CIR (web) ↗
-
Cis-4-Heptenal
MEDIUM
Skin sensitizer, acute toxicity · EWG / chemicalbook (web) ↗
-
Cis-Retinoic Acid
HIGH
Restricted, reprotoxic, EU-banned · EU SCCS (web) ↗
-
Cistus Cyprius Extract Ethyl Esters
MEDIUM
EU restricted fragrance · EU (web) ↗
-
Cistus Incanus Flower/leaf/stem Extract
MEDIUM
R62/R63 flags for concentrated forms · EWG (web) ↗
-
Cistus Species Resin Oil
MEDIUM
Sensitization, skin irritation, reprotoxic · EWG / Expert Panel (web) ↗
-
Citral
LOW
fragrance allergen · EU SCCS / Annex III ↗
-
Citral / Methyl Anthranilate Schiff Base
MEDIUM
EU restricted fragrance ingredient · EU (web) ↗
-
Citral-Acid Isomerized
MEDIUM
EU restricted fragrance ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Citrofortunella Microcarpa Fruit Extract
MEDIUM
Phototoxicity from furanocoumarins; contact sensitization · EU (web) ↗
-
Citrofortunella Microcarpa Fruit Juice
MEDIUM
Phototoxicity from furanocoumarins; contact sensitization · EWG (web) ↗
-
Citronellol
LOW
fragrance allergen · EU SCCS / Annex III ↗
-
Citronellyl Phenylacetate
MEDIUM
Bioaccumulative potential identified · EPI Suite v4.1 (web) ↗
-
Citrus Aurantifolia Fruit Oil
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Citrus Aurantifolia Peel Oil
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable; 5-MOP limit · EWG / CIR (web) ↗
-
Citrus Aurantifolia Peel Oil Expressed
MEDIUM
Respiratory concerns if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Citrus Aurantium Amara Flower Cera
LOW
Fragrance allergen; EU-listed allergens · EWG / EU SCCS (web) ↗
-
Citrus Aurantium Amara Flower Oil
LOW
Fragrance allergen (linalool, limonene, geraniol) · EU (web) ↗
-
Citrus Aurantium Amara Peel Oil
MEDIUM
EU restricted, max 15 ppm furocoumarin · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Fruit Extract
MEDIUM
Furocoumarins increase UV sensitivity · EWG (web) ↗
-
Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Fruit Oil
MEDIUM
Phototoxic, fragrance allergens, respiratory concern · EWG (web) ↗
-
Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Fruit Water
MEDIUM
Photosensitizing and irritant for some users · EWG (web) ↗
-
Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Leaf Oil
MEDIUM
EU restricted ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil
MEDIUM
Irritation and photosensitization risk from furocoumarins · EWG (web) ↗
-
Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Water
MEDIUM
Potential sensitizer; use restrictions apply · EWG (web) ↗
-
Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Flower Oil
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Fruit Extract
MEDIUM
Photosensitivity risk; furocoumarin content limited · EU / EWG (web) ↗
-
Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Fruit Powder
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern in powder form · EWG (web) ↗
-
Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Oil
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Cera
MEDIUM
EU restricted, respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG, EU (web) ↗
-
Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Extract
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Oil
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern in inhalable forms · EWG (web) ↗
-
Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Oil Expressed
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Wax
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Seed Oil
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Citrus Aurantium Peel Oil Expressed
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Citrus Bergamia Melarosa Leaf Oil
MEDIUM
Limited safety data, furocoumarin concern · EWG / EU SCCS (web) ↗
-
Citrus Bergamia Melarosa Peel Oil Expressed
MEDIUM
Restricted use in EWG VERIFIED products · EWG (web) ↗
-
Citrus Clementina Leaf Cell Extract
MEDIUM
Limited safety data; moderate rating · EWG / EU (web) ↗
-
Citrus Grandis
MEDIUM
Hazard score 4/10 · EWG (web) ↗
-
Citrus Grandis Fruit/peel Water
MEDIUM
Hazard score 4/10 from EWG · EWG (web) ↗
-
Citrus Grandis Peel Powder
MEDIUM
Hazard score 4/10, potential sensitizer · EWG (web) ↗
-
Citrus Grandis Peel/seed Extract
MEDIUM
Hazard score 4/10 from EWG · EWG (web) ↗
-
Citrus Grandis Seed Extract
MEDIUM
Potential contamination with toxic impurities · EWG (web) ↗
-
Citrus Grandis Seed Oil Unsaponifiables
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Citrus Hystrix Fruit/sucrose Ferment Filtrate
MEDIUM
EU restricted ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Citrus Iyo Oil
MEDIUM
Potential skin sensitizer · CIR (web) ↗
-
Citrus Iyo Peel Oil
MEDIUM
Phototoxicity if >15 ppm 5-MOP · CIR (web) ↗
-
Citrus Jabara Juice
MEDIUM
5-MOP content restricted in leave-on · EU (web) ↗
-
Citrus Jabara Pericarp Extract
MEDIUM
EU restricted due to furocoumarin content · EWG / EU (web) ↗
-
Citrus Limon Fruit Oil
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Citrus Limon Leaf/peel/stem Oil
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Citrus Medica Vulgaris Peel Oil
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Citrus Nobilis Leaf Oil
MEDIUM
EU restricted, sensitization risk · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Citrus Nobilis Peel Extract
MEDIUM
EU restricted, potential sensitizer · EU SCCS (web) ↗
-
Citrus Nobilis Peel Oil Expressed
MEDIUM
Furocoumarin content; verify 5-MOP ≤15 ppm · EWG / EU (web) ↗
-
Citrus Paradisi M. Peel Oil Expressed
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern in inhalable forms · EWG (web) ↗
-
Citrus Paradisi Peel Extract
MEDIUM
Moderate hazard score 4/10 · EWG (web) ↗
-
Citrus Paradisi Seed Oil
MEDIUM
Respiratory concerns if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Citrus Reticulata Leaf Oil
MEDIUM
EU restricted; max MNA limit · EU SCCS (web) ↗
-
Citrus Sinensis Peel Oil Expressed
MEDIUM
Oxidized limonene strong sensitizer · EU SCCS (web) ↗
-
Citrus Species Peel Oil Expressed
MEDIUM
Fragrance allergen, restricted use · EWG (web) ↗
-
Citrus Tachibana/reticulata Fruit Juice
HIGH
EU prohibited ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Citrus Tamurana Fruit Extract
MEDIUM
Potential allergen; furocoumarin screening recommended · EWG / EU (web) ↗
-
Citrus Tamurana Peel Extract
MEDIUM
Potential allergen; furocoumarin screening recommended · CIR / EU (web) ↗
-
Citrus Tangelo Fruit Powder
MEDIUM
Inhalation concern; phototoxic risk · EU / CIR (web) ↗
-
Citrus Tangelo Peel Powder
MEDIUM
Phototoxic risk from furocoumarins · CIR (web) ↗
-
Citrus Unshiu Callus Extract
HIGH
Allergies/immunotoxicity and occupational hazards · EWG (web) ↗
-
Citrus Unshiu/aurantium Peel Oil
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern in inhalable forms · EWG (web) ↗
-
Citrus/unshiu/aurantium/reticulata Peel Oil
LOW
Potential irritant for sensitive skin · EWG (web) ↗
-
Cladonia Rangiferina Extract
HIGH
EU prohibited ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Clausena Lansium Leaf Extract
MEDIUM
Phototoxicity risk, variable composition, insufficient safety data · EWG Skin Deep (web) ↗
-
Clematis Alpina Callus Extract
MEDIUM
Potential allergenicity from Ranunculaceae-family compounds · EWG (web) ↗
-
Clematis Vitalba Flower/leaf/stem Extract
HIGH
ranunculin conversion to protoanemonin · EWG (web) ↗
-
Clitocybe Aurantiaca Mycelium Extract
MEDIUM
No formal safety assessment; mycotoxin risk · EU (web) ↗
-
Cloflucarban
HIGH
EU banned, prohibited in cosmetics · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Cnidium Monnieri Seed Powder
MEDIUM
EU restricted ingredient · EU CosIng (web) ↗
-
Coal Tar
HIGH
carcinogen · IARC Group 1 ↗
-
Cocamide Dea
HIGH
potential carcinogen · EWG Skin Deep ↗
-
Cocamide Dipa
MEDIUM
Immediate acute health hazard · SARA 311/312 (web) ↗
-
Cocamidopropyl Betainamide Mea Chloride
MEDIUM
Moderate hazard score 5/10 · EWG (web) ↗
-
Cocamidopropyl Dimethylamine Hydrolyzed Collagen
MEDIUM
EU restricted ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Cocamidopropyl Dimethylamine Lactate
MEDIUM
Insufficient safety data, potential toxicity · CIR Panel (web) ↗
-
Cocamidopropyl Dimethylamine Propionate
MEDIUM
Insufficient safety data, potential sensitizer · EWG / CIR Panel (web) ↗
-
Cocamidopropyl Morpholine
MEDIUM
EU restricted, max 0.1% · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Cocamidopropyltrimonium Chloride
MEDIUM
EU restricted ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Cocamine Oxide
MEDIUM
May contain carcinogenic impurities · EWG (web) ↗
-
Coceth-20
MEDIUM
Contamination concerns, moderate hazard rating · EWG (web) ↗
-
Coco-Ethyldimonium Ethosulfate
MEDIUM
EU restricted ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Cocoalkonium Chloride
HIGH
Skin corrosion and serious eye damage · EWG (web) ↗
-
Coconut Oil Aminopropanediol Amides/esters
HIGH
EU classified as prohibited · EU (web) ↗
-
Coconut Oil Peg-10 Esters
MEDIUM
Ethoxylated with potential 1,4-dioxane · EWG / EU (web) ↗
-
Coconut Oil Ppg-2-Peg-6 Esters
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Cocotrimonium Chloride
MEDIUM
Moderate hazard score 3/10 · EWG (web) ↗
-
Cocotrimonium Methosulfate
MEDIUM
Moderate hazard score 3/10 · EWG (web) ↗
-
Cocoyl Sarcosinamide Dea
HIGH
EU banned, potential CMR · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Coffea Arabica Fruit Powder
MEDIUM
Respiratory concerns if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Coffea Canephora Flower Extract
MEDIUM
EU restricted ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Coleus Barbatus Root Extract
MEDIUM
Moderate safety, some cautions · EWG (web) ↗
-
Coleus Forskohlii Callus Extract
HIGH
EU prohibited · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Colloidal Gold
HIGH
Risk of accumulation, insufficient safety data · EU SCCS (web) ↗
-
Colloidal Gold/camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
MEDIUM
EU restricted ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Colophonium
HIGH
Known cause of allergic contact dermatitis · EWG (web) ↗
-
Commiphora Mukul Resin Powder
MEDIUM
May interact with thyroid/hormone conditions · EWG (web) ↗
-
Commiphora Wildii Oil
MEDIUM
EU restricted fragrance ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Conobea Scoparioides Leaf Oil
HIGH
EU prohibited ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Convallaria Majalis Bulb/root Extract
HIGH
EU prohibited ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Convolvulus Euphraticus Extract
MEDIUM
Genus contains toxic alkaloids · EWG (web) ↗
-
Copaifera Coriacea Resin Oil
HIGH
EU prohibited ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Copaifera Reticulata Balsam Extract
MEDIUM
EU restricted, fragrance allergen · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Copaifera Reticulata Balsam Oil Acetylated
MEDIUM
Avoid during pregnancy · EWG (web) ↗
-
Copper Sulfate
HIGH
Potential CMR or endocrine disruptor · EWG (web) ↗
-
Copper Tetrapeptide-52 Dimer
MEDIUM
EU restricted ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Copper Usnate
MEDIUM
EU restricted cosmetic ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Cordycepin
MEDIUM
Acute toxicity, skin and eye irritation · Safety data sheet (web) ↗
-
Coregonus Clupeaformis Extract
HIGH
EU prohibited, poor safety rating · EU / EWG (web) ↗
-
Coreopsis Basalis Extract
MEDIUM
Allergen with cross-reactivity risk · EWG (web) ↗
-
Coriandrum Sativum Fruit Extract
LOW
Fragrance allergen linalool · EU (web) ↗
-
Coriandrum Sativum Herb Oil
MEDIUM
Skin sensitizer, irritant, EU restricted · EU (web) ↗
-
Coriandrum Sativum Sprout Extract
LOW
Fragrance allergen, mild ocular irritant · EU (web) ↗
-
Corn Oil Peg-6 Esters
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Corn Oil Peg-8 Esters
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Cornamide/cocamide Dea
HIGH
High hazard, score 8/10 · EWG (web) ↗
-
Cornus Controversa Leaf Extract
MEDIUM
Data gap; moderate safety rating · EWG / EU (web) ↗
-
Cornus Stolonifera Leaf/stem Extract
MEDIUM
Tannin and saponin exposure concern · EWG / CosIng (web) ↗
-
Cornus Walteri Extract
MEDIUM
Critical data gaps for safety · EWG (web) ↗
-
Cornus Walteri Leaf Extract
MEDIUM
Critical data gap; read-across needed · EWG (web) ↗
-
Corydalis Ambigua Bark/root Extract
HIGH
EU prohibited ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Corynanthe Yohimbe Bark Extract
HIGH
EU prohibited ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Cota Tinctoria Flower/leaf/stem Extract
MEDIUM
moderate safety profile, moderate concern · Expert Verdict (web) ↗
-
Coumarin
LOW
fragrance allergen · EU SCCS / Annex III ↗
-
Crataegus Cuneata Fruit Extract
MEDIUM
Potential phototoxicity in sun-exposed products · EWG / EU (web) ↗
-
Crataegus Cuneata Fruit Powder
MEDIUM
Potential phototoxicity in sun-exposed products · EWG / Supplier Ichimaru Pharcos (web) ↗
-
Crepis Sibirica Flower/leaf/stem Extract
MEDIUM
Potential sensitizer, limited safety data · EU CosIng (web) ↗
-
Cresylacetaldehyde Dimethyl Acetal
HIGH
EU prohibited, limited safety data · EU (web) ↗
-
Crinum Asiaticum Seed Extract
MEDIUM
EU risk phrases: avoid contact with skin and eyes · EU (web) ↗
-
Croton Glabellus Bark Oil
HIGH
EU prohibited ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Croton Sonderianus Leaf/stem Oil
HIGH
EU prohibited ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Cryptomeria Japonica Leaf Extract
LOW
Moderate safety, risk for sensitive skin · EWG (web) ↗
-
Cucumis Melo Phytoplacenta Extract
MEDIUM
Limited safety data; novel ingredient · EWG (web) ↗
-
Cuminum Cyminum Seed Powder
MEDIUM
Restricted in EU cosmetics · EU CosIng (web) ↗
-
Cunila Galioides Flower/leaf Oil
HIGH
EU banned in cosmetics · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Cupressus Sempervirens Bark Extract
MEDIUM
EU restricted ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Cupric Acetate
HIGH
EU banned, prohibited in cosmetics · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Cupric Chloride
HIGH
Laboratory chemical, not for personal care · Safety data sheet (web) ↗
-
Cuprous Iodide
HIGH
EU banned, toxic pollutant · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Cuprous Oxide
HIGH
Spontaneous combustion, toxic fumes · ChemicalBook MSDS (web) ↗
-
Curcuma Aromatica Root Oil
MEDIUM
Skin sensitizer Category 1 · EWG (web) ↗
-
Curcuma Xanthorrhiza Root Powder
MEDIUM
Inhalation hazard, sensitization potential · EWG (web) ↗
-
Cyathus Stercoreus Mycelium Extract
HIGH
EU prohibited, potential mycotoxin contamination · EU (web) ↗
-
Cycas Revoluta Leaf Powder
HIGH
EU prohibited in cosmetics · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Cyclamen Aldehyde
LOW
Fragrance allergen, mild irritant · EWG (web) ↗
-
Cyclamen Aldehyde / Methyl Anthranilate Schiff Base
HIGH
EU prohibited · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Cyclamen Aldehyde Diethyl Acetal
HIGH
EU prohibited, potential irritant and allergen · EU (web) ↗
-
Cyclized Eucalyptus Citriodora Leaf/twig Oil
MEDIUM
EU restricted, moderate safety rating · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Cyclocarya Paliurus Leaf Extract
HIGH
Very toxic if swallowed, irritating to skin and eyes · EU SCCS (web) ↗
-
Cyclododecyl Formate
MEDIUM
EU restricted fragrance ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Cyclohexanediamine Tetraacetic Acid
MEDIUM
Skin and eye irritation, harmful if inhaled · GHS classification (web) ↗
-
Cyclohexanone
MEDIUM
Strong irritant, potential sensitizer · EWG / chemicalbook (web) ↗
-
Cyclomethicone
MEDIUM
endocrine disruption potential · EWG Skin Deep ↗
-
Cyclopentasiloxane
MEDIUM
endocrine disruption potential, environmental persistence · EWG Skin Deep ↗
-
Cyclotetrasiloxane
HIGH
High hazard, endocrine disruptor · EWG (web) ↗
-
Cyclovirobuxine
HIGH
Cardiovascular drug, not cosmetic safe · EWG (web) ↗
-
Cymbidium Great Flower Flower/stem Extract
MEDIUM
High sensitization potential, restricted by EWG · EWG (web) ↗
-
Cymbidium Great Flower Stem Extract
MEDIUM
High sensitization potential · EWG (web) ↗
-
Cymbopogon Citratus Leaf
MEDIUM
Allergen content varies; potential irritant · EU (web) ↗
-
Cymbopogon Flexuosus Herb Oil
MEDIUM
Skin sensitization from citral allergen · EWG (web) ↗
-
Cymbopogon Martini Motia Herb Extract
MEDIUM
Fragrance allergens; batch variability · EWG / EU (web) ↗
-
Cymbopogon Martini Sofia Herb Extract
MEDIUM
Moderate allergen potential · EWG (web) ↗
-
Cymbopogon Nardus Herb Extract/ Acetone
MEDIUM
EU restricted ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Cymbopogon Winterianus Herb Oil
MEDIUM
Acute toxicity classification · EU C&L Inventory (web) ↗
-
Cytosine
HIGH
Potential genotoxicity as DNA base analogue · EWG / EU (web) ↗
-
D-Pulegone
HIGH
EU banned, suspected carcinogen · EU Regulation 1223/2009, NICNAS (web) ↗
-
Daphne Odora Callus Extract
HIGH
EU prohibited ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Daphnetin
MEDIUM
Hepatotoxicity and sensitization potential · EWG (web) ↗
-
Daphniphyllum Macropodum Extract
HIGH
EU prohibited ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Darutoside
HIGH
EU prohibited ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Datura Stramonium Leaf Extract
HIGH
EU prohibited or restricted · EU CosIng (web) ↗
-
Dea
HIGH
potential carcinogen · EWG Skin Deep ↗
-
Dea-Perfluorohexyl Ethylphosphates
HIGH
EU prohibited, PFAS, potential health hazard · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Decanenitrile
HIGH
Significant health and environmental hazards · EWG (web) ↗
-
Decursinol
HIGH
EU prohibited ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Decyl Anthranilate
HIGH
EU prohibited ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Decyl Dimethicone
MEDIUM
Inhalation safety concern for sprays · EWG / CIR (web) ↗
-
Decyl Polystyrene Oxide/peg-23 Copolymer Phosphate
MEDIUM
EWG safety rating POOR · EWG (web) ↗
-
Dedm Hydantoin
MEDIUM
Formaldehyde donor, EU restricted max 0.6% · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Deer Blood
HIGH
CWD prion contamination risk · EWG (web) ↗
-
Defatted Hydrangea Macrophylla Flower
MEDIUM
Hepatotoxic in animal studies · Expert Verdict (web) ↗
-
Delta-Valerolactone
MEDIUM
Combustible, hazardous combustion gases · chemicalbook (web) ↗
-
Deltamethrin
HIGH
Hazardous chemical, requires PPE · EWG (web) ↗
-
Dendropanax Morbiferus Phytoplacenta Extract
MEDIUM
Limited safety data; moderate rating · EU / CPSR (web) ↗
-
Depolymerized Prasinococcus Capsulatus Exopolysaccharides
MEDIUM
Data-poor, requires heavy metals screening · EU CosIng (web) ↗
-
Deschampsia Antarctica Leaf Extract
MEDIUM
Potential drug classification if SPF claims · EWG (web) ↗
-
Detonula Pumila Extract
MEDIUM
Limited safety data; potential heavy metals, biotoxins, iodine · EWG (web) ↗
-
Di(2-Ethylhexyl) Phthalate
HIGH
Endocrine disruptor, plasticiser · EWG (web) ↗
-
Di(N-Octyl) Phthalate
MEDIUM
Plasticizer, mild irritant, general population exposure · EWG / chemicalbook (web) ↗
-
Di-C12-15 Alkyl Dimonium Chloride
MEDIUM
Irritation potential at high concentrations; EU restricts to 0.25% · EWG / EU SCCS (web) ↗
-
Di-C12-18 Alkyl Dimonium Chloride
MEDIUM
EWG VERIFIED unacceptable ingredient · EWG (web) ↗
-
Di-C14-18 Alkyl Dimonium Chloride
HIGH
Corrosive, severe skin burns/eye damage · ECHA (web) ↗
-
Di-Hema Trimethylhexyl Dicarbamate
MEDIUM
Strong sensitizer, EU restricted · EU SCCS (web) ↗
-
Di-N-Butyl Phthalate
HIGH
Endocrine disruptor, reprotoxic · EWG (web) ↗
-
Di-N-Hexyl Phthalate
HIGH
Reprotoxic, combustible, EU-banned · EWG / EU (web) ↗
-
Di-N-Pentyl Phthalate
HIGH
Potential endocrine disruptor · EWG (web) ↗
-
Di-N-Propyl Phthalate
HIGH
Phthalate, potential endocrine disruptor · EWG (web) ↗
-
Di-Peg-2 Soyamine Ipdi
MEDIUM
Respiratory concerns if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Di-Tea-Cocamide Diacetate
MEDIUM
Nitrosamine formation risk; EU restricted · EWG / EU (web) ↗
-
Di-Tea-Oleamido Peg-2 Sulfosuccinate
MEDIUM
Respiratory concerns if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Diacetyl
HIGH
Respiratory hazard, potential carcinogen · EWG (web) ↗
-
Diacetylresveratryl Thioctate
MEDIUM
Limited toxicological data, enhanced penetration concern · EWG (web) ↗
-
Diallyl Phthalate
HIGH
Hazardous by OSHA; acute toxicity · OSHA (web) ↗
-
Diamyl Sodium Sulfosuccinate
HIGH
EU prohibited, potential hazard · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Diamylhydroquinone
HIGH
Skin depigmentation risk, renal tubule tumours · EWG (web) ↗
-
Diazolidinyl Urea
HIGH
formaldehyde releaser · EWG Skin Deep ↗
-
Dibenzyl
MEDIUM
Skin, eye, respiratory irritation · EWG / GHS (web) ↗
-
Dibutyl Adipate
LOW
Mild skin irritant, toxic to aquatic life · EWG (web) ↗
-
Dibutyl Ethanolamine
HIGH
EU banned, prohibited in cosmetics · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Dibutylene Tetrafurfural
MEDIUM
Acute oral toxicity, skin irritation · OSHA GHS (web) ↗
-
Dicentra Spectabilis Flower Extract
HIGH
Cytotoxic isoquinoline alkaloids; requires full characterization · EU SCCS (web) ↗
-
Dichloro-M-Xylenol
MEDIUM
EU restricted, max 0.5% · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Dichloromethane
HIGH
CMR, added to Cosmetic Ingredient Hotlist · Health Canada (web) ↗
-
Dichlorophene
HIGH
EU prohibited, high hazard · EWG / EU (web) ↗
-
Dictyopteris Polypodioides Extract
LOW
Hazard score 3/10 · EWG (web) ↗
-
Dicyclohexyl Phthalate
HIGH
Toxic pollutant under Clean Water Act · EWG (web) ↗
-
Didecyldimonium Nylon-6 Polyphosphate
MEDIUM
Requires concentration limits to avoid irritation · EU classification (web) ↗
-
Didodecyl Butanetetracarboxylate
HIGH
EU prohibited · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Diethanolamine
HIGH
potential carcinogen · EWG Skin Deep ↗
-
Diethanolaminooleamide Dea
HIGH
Potential carcinogen and health hazard · EWG (web) ↗
-
Diethyl Ethanolamine
HIGH
High hazard, score 10/10 · EWG (web) ↗
-
Diethyl Ketoglutarate
MEDIUM
Limited data, moderate safety rating · EWG (web) ↗
-
Diethyl Oxalate
MEDIUM
Combustible, toxic, corrosive, respiratory concern · EWG (web) ↗
-
Diethyl Phthalate
HIGH
endocrine disruption · EWG Skin Deep ↗
-
Diethyl Trioxopimelate
HIGH
EU banned, prohibited in cosmetics · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate
MEDIUM
Potential contaminant DnHexP health concerns · EU SCCS (web) ↗
-
Diethylaminoethyl Cocoate
HIGH
EU prohibited, potential nitrosamine risk · EU (web) ↗
-
Diethylaminoethyl Methacrylate
MEDIUM
Skin sensitizer, requires protective equipment · EWG / chemicalbook (web) ↗
-
Diethylene Glycol/dmap Acrylamide/peg-180/hdi Copolymer
MEDIUM
Respiratory concerns in inhalable forms · EWG (web) ↗
-
Diethylhexyl Adipate
MEDIUM
GHS CMR hazard H336, H361 · EWG / EU (web) ↗
-
Diethylhexyl Isoeicosanedioate
MEDIUM
Moderate safety, least-documented, no CIR review · EWG (web) ↗
-
Diethylhexyl Terephthalate
HIGH
Suspected endocrine disruptor, avoid during pregnancy · EWG (web) ↗
-
Diglucosyl Gallic Acid
LOW
Mild irritant for sensitive skin · EWG (web) ↗
-
Diglycosyl Hexapeptide-2
HIGH
Prohibited in EU · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Dihexyl Adipate
MEDIUM
CMR hazard H336, H361 · EU GHS (web) ↗
-
Dihexyl Sodium Sulfosuccinate
MEDIUM
Acute toxicity, skin and eye irritant · EWG / Safety Data Sheet (web) ↗
-
Dihydrogenated Tallow Benzylmonium Chloride
HIGH
EU prohibited, potential health hazard · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Dihydrogenated Tallow Phthalate
HIGH
EU banned, potential CMR · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Dihydrogeranial Diphenethyl Acetal
MEDIUM
Potential irritant; limited toxicological data · EU / IFRA (web) ↗
-
Dihydroxyindole
HIGH
EU prohibited, CMR concerns · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Dihydroxypropyl Didehydrolatanoprostamide
HIGH
CMR hazard (H302, H361) · GHS / EU CosIng (web) ↗
-
Dihydroxypropyl Peg-10 Stearammonium Chloride
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Dihydroxypropyl Peg-5 Linoleammonium Chloride
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern in inhalable forms · EWG (web) ↗
-
Diiodomethyltolylsulfone
MEDIUM
EU restricted, max 0.1% · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Diisodecyl Phthalate
HIGH
undergoing EPA risk evaluation · EPA (web) ↗
-
Diisoheptyl Phthalate
HIGH
Potential endocrine disruptor, reprotoxic · CalEPA OEHHA, WHO (web) ↗
-
Diisohexyl Phthalate
HIGH
Potential endocrine disruptor, phthalate · EWG (web) ↗
-
Diisononyl Phthalate
HIGH
Endocrine disruption and reproductive toxicity · California Prop 65 (web) ↗
-
Diisooctyl Phthalate
HIGH
Potential endocrine disruptor, restricted · EWG / EU SCCS (web) ↗
-
Diisopropyl Benzaldehyde
MEDIUM
Potential skin sensitizer; IFRA restrictions · EWG / IFRA (web) ↗
-
Diisopropyl Oxalate
MEDIUM
EU-restricted, skin and eye irritant · EWG / EU Cosmetics Directive (web) ↗
-
Diisoundecyl Phthalate
HIGH
Phthalate, potential endocrine disruptor · EWG (web) ↗
-
Dilauroyl Trimethylolpropane Siloxy Silicate
MEDIUM
Data-poor; no safety review; inhalable risk · CIR / SCCS (web) ↗
-
Dilauryl Acetyl Dimonium Chloride
HIGH
Prohibited in EU cosmetics · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Dilithium Oxalate
MEDIUM
Restricted in EU cosmetics · EU SCCS (web) ↗
-
Dimer Tripeptide-43
MEDIUM
Data-poor, no safety reviews, borderline scrutiny · EWG (web) ↗
-
Dimethicone Peg-10 Phosphate
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Dimethicone Peg-15 Acetate
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Dimethicone Peg-7 Avocadoate
MEDIUM
Respiratory concerns in inhalable forms · EWG (web) ↗
-
Dimethicone Peg-7 Cocoate
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Dimethicone Peg-7 Isostearate
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Dimethicone Peg-7 Octyldodecyl Citrate
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Dimethicone Peg-7 Phosphate
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Dimethicone Peg-7 Phthalate
MEDIUM
Respiratory concerns in inhalable forms · EWG (web) ↗
-
Dimethicone Peg-7 Sulfate
HIGH
Potential carcinogen via PEG contaminants · EWG (web) ↗
-
Dimethicone Peg-7 Undecylenate
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Dimethicone Peg-8 Adipate
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Dimethicone Peg-8 Avocadoate
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern in inhalable forms · EWG (web) ↗
-
Dimethicone Peg-8 Beeswax
MEDIUM
Respiratory concerns in inhalable forms · EWG (web) ↗
-
Dimethicone Peg-8 Borageate
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern in inhalable forms · EWG (web) ↗
-
Dimethicone Peg-8 Isostearate
MEDIUM
Respiratory concerns if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Dimethicone Peg-8 Lanolate
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Dimethicone Peg-8 Meadowfoamate
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Dimethicone Peg-8 Phosphate
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Dimethicone Peg-8 Phthalate
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern in inhalable forms · EWG (web) ↗
-
Dimethicone Peg-8 Polyacrylate
MEDIUM
Respiratory concerns if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Dimethicone Peg/ppg-20/23 Benzoate
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern in inhalable forms · EWG (web) ↗
-
Dimethicone Pg-Diethylmonium Chloride
HIGH
Prohibited in EU cosmetics · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Dimethicone/peg-10 Crosspolymer
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Dimethicone/peg-10/15 Crosspolymer
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Dimethicone/peg-15 Crosspolymer
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Dimethicone/peg-3/ppg-15 Crosspolymer
MEDIUM
Respiratory concerns if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Dimethoxyphenethyl Resorcinol
HIGH
EU prohibited ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Dimethyl 2‚6-Naphthalate
HIGH
EU prohibited ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Dimethyl Cocamine
MEDIUM
Moderate hazard score 3/10 · EWG (web) ↗
-
Dimethyl Hydrogenated Tallowamine
HIGH
Skin corrosion, eye damage, aquatic hazard · EWG (web) ↗
-
Dimethyl Hydroxymethyl Pyrazole
MEDIUM
Formaldehyde-releaser; skin/eye/respiratory irritant · EWG / EU (web) ↗
-
Dimethyl Isopropanolamine
MEDIUM
Moderate hazard, pH adjuster · EWG (web) ↗
-
Dimethyl Lauramine Isostearate
MEDIUM
Restricted use, potential safety concerns · EWG (web) ↗
-
Dimethyl Myristamine
MEDIUM
Moderate hazard score 3/10 · EWG (web) ↗
-
Dimethyl Oxalate
HIGH
EU prohibited, poor safety rating · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Dimethyl Palmitamine
MEDIUM
Potential nitrosamine formation · EWG (web) ↗
-
Dimethyl Phthalate
HIGH
Potential endocrine disruptor, restricted · EWG (web) ↗
-
Dimethyl Tallowamine
MEDIUM
EU restricted; nitrosamine risk · EU (web) ↗
-
Dimethyl-3-Methylpentadienyl-Oxirane
HIGH
EU prohibited ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Dimethylaminoethyl Rice Branate
HIGH
EU prohibited · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Dimethylaminopropyl Methacrylamide
MEDIUM
EU restricted ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Dimethylaminopropylamine
MEDIUM
Potential sensitizer; CIR requires non-sensitizing formulation · CIR (web) ↗
-
Dimethylaminostyryl Heptyl Methyl Thiazolium Iodide
MEDIUM
Potential DNA intercalation, iodide irritation · CIR/SCCS (no evaluation) (web) ↗
-
Dimethylhydroquinone
HIGH
EU banned, prohibited in cosmetics · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Dimethylol Ethylene Thiourea
HIGH
EU banned, prohibited in cosmetics · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Dinonyl Phenol
HIGH
Contains nonyl phenol, toxic, lung oedema · EWG (web) ↗
-
Dioscorea Mexicana Root Extract
HIGH
Potential endocrine disruptor if diosgenin >3.5% · EWG (web) ↗
-
Dioscorea Panthaica Root Extract
HIGH
EU prohibited ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Dipalmitoyl Cystine
HIGH
EU banned, prohibited in cosmetics · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Diphenyl Acetamidotrichloroethyl Fluoronitrophenyl Thiourea
HIGH
Anticancer compound, potential toxicity · Smolecule (web) ↗
-
Diphylleia Grayi Flower Extract
MEDIUM
EU restricted ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Dipotassium Oxalate
HIGH
EU-banned, multiple GHS hazards · EU Cosmetics Regulation (web) ↗
-
Dipropyl Ketone
HIGH
EU prohibited; skin/eye irritant · EWG / EU (web) ↗
-
Dipropylene Glycol
MEDIUM
Moderate hazard from EWG · EWG (web) ↗
-
Dipropylene Glycol Caprylate
MEDIUM
Limited toxicology data; read-across needed · Expert Panel for Cosmetic Ingredient Safety (web) ↗
-
Dipropylene Glycol Diacrylate
MEDIUM
Moderate hazard score 3/10 · EWG (web) ↗
-
Dipropylene Glycol Ethyl Ether
MEDIUM
Moderate hazard score 3/10 · EWG (web) ↗
-
Dipropylene Glycol Salicylate
MEDIUM
Moderate hazard score 3/10 · EWG (web) ↗
-
Dipterocarpus Turbinatus Wood Oil
MEDIUM
Potential allergen; requires GC-MS screening · EWG / CPSR (web) ↗
-
Dipteryx Odorata Bean Extract
LOW
Fragrance allergen potential · EWG / Million Marker (web) ↗
-
Dipteryx Odorata Seed Butter
MEDIUM
Coumarin limit and allergen disclosure · EWG / EU SCCS (web) ↗
-
Dipteryx Odorata Seed Oil
LOW
Potential allergen · EU CosIng (web) ↗
-
Diretinyl Ether
HIGH
EU banned, prohibited in cosmetics · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Disodium C12-14 Sec-Pareth-9 Sulfosuccinate
MEDIUM
Potential irritant; 1,4-dioxane residual · CIR (web) ↗
-
Disodium Cocamido Mipa Peg-4 Sulfosuccinate
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern in inhalable forms · EWG (web) ↗
-
Disodium Cocamido Peg-3 Sulfosuccinate
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern in inhalable forms · EWG (web) ↗
-
Disodium Cocoamphodipropionate
MEDIUM
Environmentally hazardous substance · UN (web) ↗
-
Disodium Ethylene Dicocamide Peg-15 Disulfate
MEDIUM
Respiratory concerns if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Disodium Hydrogenated Tallow Glutamate
HIGH
EU banned, prohibited in cosmetics · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Disodium Hydroxysulfinoacetate
HIGH
EU prohibited ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Disodium Lauramido Peg-2 Sulfosuccinate
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Disodium Lauramido Peg-5 Sulfosuccinate
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Disodium Lauryl Sulfosuccinate
MEDIUM
Contains 1,4-dioxane by-product · EWG (web) ↗
-
Disodium Malyl Tyrosinate
HIGH
EU banned in cosmetics · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Disodium Methylene Dinaphthalenesulfonate
HIGH
EU banned in cosmetics · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Disodium Nonoxynol-10 Sulfosuccinate
MEDIUM
Potential toxic impurity contamination · EWG (web) ↗
-
Disodium Palmitamido Peg-2 Sulfosuccinate
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Disodium Palmitoleamido Peg-2 Sulfosuccinate
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Disodium Peg-12 Dimethicone Sulfosuccinate
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Disodium Peg-4 Cocamido Mipa-Sulfosuccinate
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Disodium Peg-5 Laurylcitrate Sulfosuccinate
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Disodium Peg-8 Glyceryl Caprylate/caprate
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Disodium Peg-8 Palm Glycerides Sulfosuccinate
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern in inhalable forms · EWG (web) ↗
-
Disodium Peg-8 Ricinosuccinate
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Disodium Undecylenamido Peg-2 Sulfosuccinate
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Disodium Wheat Germamido Peg-2 Sulfosuccinate
MEDIUM
Respiratory concerns if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Disperse Black 9
HIGH
Potential hazard, insufficient safety data · EWG (web) ↗
-
Disperse Red 17
MEDIUM
EU restricted, max 0.2% · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Disperse Violet 1
MEDIUM
Hair dye with toxicological studies · EWG / EU SCCS (web) ↗
-
Disperse Violet 15
HIGH
EU prohibited, potential CMR · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Distearamidopropylmethylamine
MEDIUM
Moderate hazard, potential irritation, impurities · EWG (web) ↗
-
Disteareth-100 Ipdi
MEDIUM
Potential aquatic toxicity · EWG (web) ↗
-
Distearoylpropyl Trimonium Chloride
MEDIUM
Potential mucosal and ocular irritation · EU (web) ↗
-
Distearyl Peg-18 Formoyl Glutamate
HIGH
EU prohibited ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Dithiodiglycolic Acid
MEDIUM
EU restricted, depilatory agent · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Ditridecyl Sodium Sulfosuccinate
LOW
Mild skin/eye irritation at high concentrations · EWG (web) ↗
-
Ditylum Brightwellii Extract
HIGH
EU prohibited ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Diundecyl Phthalate
HIGH
Endocrine disruptor, reprotoxic · EWG (web) ↗
-
Dm Hydantoin
HIGH
Formaldehyde-releasing preservative, potential carcinogen · EWG (web) ↗
-
Dmdm Hydantoin
HIGH
formaldehyde releaser · EWG Skin Deep ↗
-
Dodecene Hydroformylation Products
MEDIUM
Potential aldehyde content; moderate hazard · EWG / EU (web) ↗
-
Dodecenyl Oleylsuccinamide
MEDIUM
Limited toxicological data; moderate hazard · EWG (web) ↗
-
Dodecylbenzyltrimonium Chloride
MEDIUM
Antimicrobial, EU permitted but yellow score · EWG (web) ↗
-
Dodecylhexadecyl Palmitate
MEDIUM
Comedogenic rating 3/5 · EWG (web) ↗
-
Dodoxynol-12
MEDIUM
EU restricted surfactant · EWG / EU (web) ↗
-
Dodoxynol-6
MEDIUM
Potential 1,4-dioxane residue; endocrine disruptor; irritant · EWG / EU (web) ↗
-
Domiphen Bromide
MEDIUM
Hazardous combustion products, limited safety data · EWG / CIR (web) ↗
-
Dracaena Cambodiana Leaf Extract
MEDIUM
EU restricted ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Earthworm Conditioned Soil Extract
MEDIUM
EU classified as permitted but safety rating POOR · EU (web) ↗
-
Ecklonia Maxima Powder
MEDIUM
Insufficient data, potential sensitizer · Expert Panel for Cosmetic Ingredient Safety (web) ↗
-
Ecklonia Radiata Extract
MEDIUM
Moderate hazard score 3/10 · EWG (web) ↗
-
Eclipta Prostrata Wax
MEDIUM
Potential Asteraceae cross-reactivity risk · EWG (web) ↗
-
Eel Skin Mucus Extract
HIGH
EU banned, prohibited in cosmetics · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Elephantopus Mollis Leaf Extract
MEDIUM
Cytotoxicity signals dermal safety concern · EWG (web) ↗
-
Embelia Ribes Fruit Extract
HIGH
Reproductive toxicity, immunotoxicity, hemolytic activity · EU SCCS (web) ↗
-
Endomyces/apricot Ferment Filtrate
MEDIUM
Moderate safety rating; GMP control critical · EWG / EU (web) ↗
-
Enkleia Thorelii Root Extract
MEDIUM
Limited safety data, potential irritation/sensitization · EU CosIng (web) ↗
-
Enterococcus Faecium
MEDIUM
Biohazard, EU restricted · EU (web) ↗
-
Enterococcus Faecium/rheum Palmatum Root Extract Ferment Filtrate
MEDIUM
EU restricted ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Ephedra Sinica Root Extract
HIGH
EU prohibited, cross-contamination risk · EU (web) ↗
-
Epichlorohydrin
HIGH
Carcinogen, toxic, skin/eye damage · EWG / GHS (web) ↗
-
Epoxy Resin Coated Aluminum Powder
HIGH
Aluminum salt, potential neurotoxin · EWG (web) ↗
-
Epsilon-Caprolactone
MEDIUM
Skin and eye irritant, respiratory hazard · EWG / SDS (web) ↗
-
Equisetum Fluviatile Extract
HIGH
Toxic alkaloid palustrine in related species · EWG (web) ↗
-
Erica Arborea Root Extract
MEDIUM
Tannins and arbutin need quantification · EU / CIR / SCCS (web) ↗
-
Estratetraenol
MEDIUM
Moderate hazard, EU permitted · EWG (web) ↗
-
Ethoxyethyl Cyanoacrylate
HIGH
EU prohibited, respiratory irritant, sensitizer · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Ethoxyethyl Methacrylate
MEDIUM
Skin sensitization potential · EWG (web) ↗
-
Ethyl Beta-Naphthyl Ether
HIGH
EU prohibited, linked to leukoderma · EU / EWG (web) ↗
-
Ethyl Dimethyldioxolane-2-Acetate
MEDIUM
Hydrolytically sensitive, may release carbonyl fragments · IFRA (web) ↗
-
Ethyl Ester Of Hydrolyzed Animal Protein
MEDIUM
EU restricted; BSE/TSE risk; potential allergen · EU (web) ↗
-
Ethyl Methacrylate
MEDIUM
Strong sensitizer, avoid skin contact · CIR Expert Panel (web) ↗
-
Ethyl Methoxycinnamate
MEDIUM
Potential endocrine disruptor · EWG / EU SCCS (web) ↗
-
Ethyl O-Anisate
HIGH
EU banned ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Ethyl Peg-15 Cocamine Sulfate
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Ethyl Perfluorobutyl Ether
HIGH
PFAS with extreme environmental persistence, EU ban impending · EWG / EU (web) ↗
-
Ethyl Perfluoroisobutyl Ether
HIGH
PFAS with extreme environmental persistence · EWG / EU (web) ↗
-
Ethyl Pyrrolidone
HIGH
Reproductive toxicant Category 1B · EU CLP / REACH (web) ↗
-
Ethyl Tafluprostamide
MEDIUM
Insufficient data, safety assessment pending · CIR Panel (web) ↗
-
Ethyl Tosylamide
MEDIUM
Moderate allergenicity risk, may cause irritation · EWG (web) ↗
-
Ethyl Travoprostamide
HIGH
Prostaglandin analogue: iris hyperpigmentation, fat atrophy, skin darkening · UK SCPN and SCCS (web) ↗
-
Ethyl Vanillin
LOW
Skin and eye irritant · GHS classification (web) ↗
-
Ethylcyclohexene-1-Carboxylate
MEDIUM
Potential sensitizer; moderate safety rating · EWG / EU (web) ↗
-
Ethylene Oxide
HIGH
carcinogen · IARC Group 1 ↗
-
Ethylene/maleic Anhydride/propylene Copolymer
MEDIUM
Skin and eye irritant · MSDS (web) ↗
-
Ethylenediamine/hydrogenated Dimer Dilinoleate Copolymer Bis-Di-C14-18 Alkyl Amide
MEDIUM
Contains ethylenediamine, potential sensitizer · EWG (web) ↗
-
Ethylenediamine/methyl Acrylate Dendrimer
MEDIUM
Respiratory concerns if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Ethylhexanamide Serinol
HIGH
EU prohibited · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Ethylhexyl Cyclohexyl Urea
HIGH
EU banned, prohibited ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Ethylhexyl Ethylhexanoate
MEDIUM
Proposed risk management in Canada · Government of Canada (web) ↗
-
Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate
MEDIUM
endocrine disruption potential · EWG Skin Deep ↗
-
Ethylhexylbicycloheptene Dicarboximide
HIGH
EU banned, pesticide synergist · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Ethylparaben
HIGH
endocrine disruption · EWG Skin Deep ↗
-
Eucalyptus Dives Leaf/twig Oil
HIGH
EU prohibited ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf/twig Oil
MEDIUM
Restricted on EU Hotlist · EWG / EU SCCS (web) ↗
-
Eucalyptus Radiata Flower/leaf/stem Oil
MEDIUM
EU restricted, fragrance allergen · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Eucalyptus Staigeriana Branch/leaf Oil
MEDIUM
EU restricted ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Eugenia Caryophyllus Extract/ Formaldehyde
HIGH
EU banned, formaldehyde reaction product · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Eugenia Caryophyllus Flower Oil
LOW
Fragrance allergen · EWG (web) ↗
-
Eugenia Caryophyllus Leaf Extract
MEDIUM
EU restricted ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Eugenia Caryophyllus Leaf Oil
MEDIUM
EU restricted, moderate safety rating · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Eugenia Caryophyllus Seed Extract
MEDIUM
EU restricted, hepatotoxicity concern · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Eugenia Caryophyllus Stem Oil
LOW
Fragrance allergen · EWG / EU Cosmetics Regulation (web) ↗
-
Eugenol
LOW
fragrance allergen · EU SCCS / Annex III ↗
-
Eugenyl Formate
MEDIUM
EU prohibited but also allowed · EWG / EU (web) ↗
-
Evernia Furfuracea
MEDIUM
treemoss extract; strong fragrance allergen · EU SCCS / Annex III ↗
-
Evernia Prunastri
MEDIUM
oakmoss extract; strong fragrance allergen · EU SCCS / Annex III ↗
-
Evernia Prunastri Lichen Extract
HIGH
Known allergen, contact dermatitis risk · EWG (web) ↗
-
Farnesal
MEDIUM
Moderate hazard, fragrance ingredient · EWG (web) ↗
-
Farnesol
LOW
fragrance allergen · EU SCCS / Annex III ↗
-
Ferric Chloride
HIGH
Harmful if swallowed, skin irritant, serious eye damage · EU (web) ↗
-
Ferrous Glucoheptonate
HIGH
EU banned, prohibited in cosmetics · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Ferula Assafetida Gum Oil
MEDIUM
Avoid during pregnancy · EWG (web) ↗
-
Fibroin/peg-16/sodium Acrylate Copolymer
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Ficus Carica Flower/leaf/stem Juice
HIGH
Phototoxic, contains furanocoumarins, requires mandatory testing · EWG / EU SCCS (web) ↗
-
Ficus Carica Fruit Powder
MEDIUM
Inhalation hazard from respirable dust · EWG / EU (web) ↗
-
Fluoro C2-8 Alkyldimethicone
MEDIUM
EU restricted ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Fluorosalan
HIGH
EU banned, halogenated salicylanilide · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Fluridil
HIGH
EU prohibited; anti-androgenic; limited safety data · EU (web) ↗
-
Foeniculum Vulgare Capillaceum Fruit Oil
MEDIUM
EU restricted ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Formaldehyde
HIGH
carcinogen · EWG Skin Deep + IARC ↗
-
Formaldehyde Releasers
HIGH
Carcinogen, released via heat · EWG (web) ↗
-
Formaldehyde/melamine/tosylamide Copolymer
HIGH
Formaldehyde releaser, potential carcinogen · EWG (web) ↗
-
Formamidine Sulfinic Acid
HIGH
Acute toxicity, skin corrosion, eye damage · OSHA (web) ↗
-
Formononetin
MEDIUM
Acute toxicity oral/dermal/inhalation · OSHA HCS (web) ↗
-
Formyl Ethyl Tetramethyl Tetralin
HIGH
EU prohibited for cosmetic use · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Fragaria Indica Extract
MEDIUM
Moderate safety rating; may concentrate alkaloids/tannins · EWG / EU (web) ↗
-
Fragrance
MEDIUM
undisclosed chemicals, potential allergens · EWG Skin Deep ↗
-
Fucus Vesiculosus Powder
MEDIUM
Moderate hazard score 4/10 · EWG (web) ↗
-
Furfural
HIGH
Potential carcinogen or CMR · EWG (web) ↗
-
Fusel Oil
MEDIUM
Danger signal word, H302+H315 · SDS/MSDS (web) ↗
-
Galactomyces/phellinus Linteus Extract Ferment Filtrate
MEDIUM
Data insufficient; requires toxicological justification · CIR Panel (2023) (web) ↗
-
Galeopsis Segetum Flower/leaf/stem Extract
MEDIUM
Limited safety data, no toxicological studies · EWG (web) ↗
-
Galloyl Nonapeptide-11
MEDIUM
No safety data; requires irritation/sensitization tests · EU / CPSR (web) ↗
-
Gallstone
HIGH
Not safe for use; ethical and safety issues · EWG (web) ↗
-
Gamma-Heptalactone
LOW
Skin irritant, aquatic hazard · EWG (web) ↗
-
Gamma-Methylbenzenehexanenitrile
HIGH
EU prohibited ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Ganoderma Atrum Extract
MEDIUM
Heavy metal bioaccumulation concern · EWG (web) ↗
-
Garcinia Atroviridis Fruit Extract
MEDIUM
Limited safety data; HCA and organic acids · EU CosIng (web) ↗
-
Gaultheria Procumbens Leaf Oil
MEDIUM
Potential strong sensitizer · EWG (web) ↗
-
Gemfibrozil
HIGH
Prohibited; cancer, reprotoxic, hepatotoxicity · EWG / EU (web) ↗
-
Genista Tinctoria Flower/leaf/stem Extract
MEDIUM
EU restricted, max 0.007% · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Genistein Glucoside
MEDIUM
EU restricted, max 0.007% · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Gentianella Parviflora Extract
MEDIUM
No safety dossier; requires TTC assessment · EWG / EU (web) ↗
-
Geraniol
LOW
fragrance allergen · EU SCCS / Annex III ↗
-
Geranium Maculatum Oil
LOW
Fragrance allergens (geraniol, citronellol, linalool) · EU (web) ↗
-
Geranium Thunbergii Extract
MEDIUM
Moderate safety rating; EU permitted · EWG / EU (web) ↗
-
Geranyl Acetoacetate
MEDIUM
Skin sensitizer, irritant, aquatic hazard · EWG / OSHA GHS (web) ↗
-
Geranyl Isobutyrate
LOW
Skin and eye irritant · GHS classification (web) ↗
-
Geranyloxyacetaldehyde
MEDIUM
Skin and eye irritant, sensitization risk · EWG (web) ↗
-
Germanium Dioxide
HIGH
EU prohibited ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Ginkgo Biloba Leaf Powder
HIGH
Carcinogenic effects in animal studies · NTP (web) ↗
-
Ginkgo Biloba Leaf Water
HIGH
Carcinogenic effects in animals · EWG / NTP (web) ↗
-
Ginkgo Biloba Meristem Cell
MEDIUM
Insufficient data for safety · CIR Expert Panel (web) ↗
-
Ginkgo Biloba Root Extract
MEDIUM
Insufficient data for safety · CIR Expert Panel (web) ↗
-
Ginkgo Leaf Terpenoids
MEDIUM
Insufficient data to determine safety · EWG / EU SCCS (web) ↗
-
Gleditsia Australis Fruit Extract
MEDIUM
Saponin irritation at elevated levels · EWG / China NMPA (web) ↗
-
Glucoheptonic Acid
MEDIUM
Insufficient safety data · CIR (2022) (web) ↗
-
Glutaral
MEDIUM
Strong sensitizer, EU-restricted · EWG / CIR (web) ↗
-
Glycerin/ma/rosin Acid Copolymer
MEDIUM
Residual free rosin acid can trigger sensitization · EWG (web) ↗
-
Glyceryl Collagenate
MEDIUM
EU restricted ingredient · EU (web) ↗
-
Glyceryl Diethylsiloxanes
MEDIUM
Data gaps, potential endocrine disruptor, EU restrictions · EWG / EU (web) ↗
-
Glyceryl Diricinoleate/ipdi Copolymer
MEDIUM
EU restricted · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Glyceryl Hydroxystearate
MEDIUM
Moderate hazard score 3/10 · EWG (web) ↗
-
Glyceryl Laurate/oleate
MEDIUM
EU restricted ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Glyceryl Montanate
MEDIUM
EU restricted ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Glyceryl Palmitate
MEDIUM
Moderate hazard score 3/10 · EWG (web) ↗
-
Glyceryl Palmitate/stearate
MEDIUM
Moderate hazard score 3/10 · EWG (web) ↗
-
Glyceryl Polyacrylate
MEDIUM
Moderate hazard score 3/10 · EWG (web) ↗
-
Glyceryl Thioglycolate
HIGH
EU prohibited · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Glyceryl Triacetyl Hydroxystearate
MEDIUM
Moderate hazard score 3/10 · EWG (web) ↗
-
Glyceryl/sorbitol Oleate/hydroxystearate
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Glycine Max Adventitious Root Extract
MEDIUM
Soy allergen cross-reactivity; phytoestrogen content · EWG / EU SCCS (web) ↗
-
Glycine Max Seedcake Extract
HIGH
EU prohibited ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Glycine Soja Hull
HIGH
EU classified as prohibited · EU (web) ↗
-
Glycine Soja Seed Water
MEDIUM
Insufficient data, sensitization concern · EWG / CIR Panel (web) ↗
-
Glycofurol
MEDIUM
Eye irritant, significant water hazard · EWG / EU (web) ↗
-
Glycol Dipalmate/rapeseedate/soyate
LOW
Allergen alert (soy) · EWG (web) ↗
-
Glycol Rosinate
MEDIUM
EU restricted max 0.1% · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Glycol Salicylate
MEDIUM
Prohibited in EU, moderate safety concern · Expert Panel for Cosmetic Ingredient Safety (web) ↗
-
Glycolic Acid
MEDIUM
Moderate hazard, score 6/10 · EWG (web) ↗
-
Glycyrrhiza Glabra Rhizome/root
MEDIUM
Hazard score 4/10 · EWG (web) ↗
-
Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Juice
MEDIUM
Hazard score 4/10 · EWG (web) ↗
-
Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Water
MEDIUM
Hazard score 4/10 · EWG (web) ↗
-
Glycyrrhiza Uralensis Sprout Extract
MEDIUM
Potential dose-dependent toxicity · EWG / scientific literature (web) ↗
-
Glyoxal
MEDIUM
Potential sensitizer, safety assessment ongoing · EWG / CIR (web) ↗
-
Glyoxylic Acid
MEDIUM
Explosive hazard with nitric acid · EWG / EU (web) ↗
-
Gnaphalium Leontopodium Flower Extract
MEDIUM
Contact dermatitis in Compositae-sensitive individuals · EWG / FAQ (web) ↗
-
Gold Thioctate
HIGH
EU prohibited · EU (web) ↗
-
Grape Seed Oil Peg-8 Esters
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Grass-Hay Herb Extract
MEDIUM
EU restricted, fragrance allergen · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Grass-Hay Herb Oil
MEDIUM
Coumarin content requires quantification; allergen · EU / IFRA (web) ↗
-
Grevillea Speciosa Flower Extract
MEDIUM
sensitization risk from alkyl resorcinols · EWG (web) ↗
-
Gymnema Sylvestre Leaf Powder
MEDIUM
Potential irritant at high concentrations · EWG (web) ↗
-
Gymnema Sylvestre Stem Extract
MEDIUM
Potential irritation at high concentrations · EWG (web) ↗
-
Gynostemma Pentaphyllum Leaf/stem Extract
LOW
Mild irritant or allergen risk · EWG (web) ↗
-
Haematoxylum Campechianum Powder
HIGH
EU-banned, dust inhalation hazard · EU (web) ↗
-
Halidrys Siliquosa Extract
MEDIUM
Moderate hazard score 3/10 · EWG (web) ↗
-
Hamamelis Virginiana Bark/leaf/twig Extract
MEDIUM
EWG VERIFIED restricted ingredient · EWG (web) ↗
-
Hamamelis Virginiana Flower Water
MEDIUM
Fragrance ingredient with potential allergens · EU / IFRA (web) ↗
-
Havardia Mexicana Bark Extract
HIGH
No safety data; potential allergen · EWG / CIR (web) ↗
-
Hazelnut Seed Oil Peg-8 Esters
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern in inhalable forms · EWG (web) ↗
-
Hc Blue No. 11
MEDIUM
Allowed with restrictions; potential safety concerns · EWG (web) ↗
-
Hc Blue No. 14
HIGH
EU prohibited substance · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Hc Blue No. 17
MEDIUM
EU restricted, NOAEL 200 mg/kg · EU SCCS (web) ↗
-
Hc Blue No. 18
HIGH
EU prohibited, restricted to 0.35% · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Hc Orange No. 2
MEDIUM
Allowed with restrictions; potential safety concerns · EWG (web) ↗
-
Hc Orange No. 6
MEDIUM
EU restricted, max 0.5% · EU SCCS (web) ↗
-
Hc Red No. 1
HIGH
EU banned, prohibited in cosmetics · EU SCCS (web) ↗
-
Hc Red No. 11
MEDIUM
Restricted use, higher score if not meeting guidelines · EWG (web) ↗
-
Hc Red No. 14
MEDIUM
EU restricted · EWG / EU (web) ↗
-
Hc Red No. 15
MEDIUM
EU restricted, moderate safety · EWG (web) ↗
-
Hc Red No. 17
HIGH
Prohibited in cosmetics · Cosmetic Ingredient Hotlist (web) ↗
-
Hc Red No. 3
HIGH
Risk management, exposure minimization · Government action (web) ↗
-
Hc Violet No. 2
MEDIUM
Irritation, allergies, immunotoxicity in damaged skin · EWG (web) ↗
-
Hc Yellow No. 15
HIGH
EU prohibited substance · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Hc Yellow No. 17
MEDIUM
EU restricted substance · EU Cosmetics Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Hc Yellow No. 7
MEDIUM
EU restricted, max 0.25% · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Hc Yellow No. 9
MEDIUM
EU restricted, max 0.5% · EU SCCS (web) ↗
-
Hedysarum Alhagi Leaf/stem Extract
HIGH
Data-deficient, potential alkaloid toxicity · EWG (web) ↗
-
Helichrysum Italicum Flower Oil
MEDIUM
Skin sensitization and aquatic toxicity · EWG / EU (web) ↗
-
Helichrysum Stoechas Flower Oil
MEDIUM
Moderate safety rating; Asteraceae alert · EWG / EU (web) ↗
-
Hema
MEDIUM
Moderate hazard score 5/10 · EWG (web) ↗
-
Hema Acetoacetate
MEDIUM
Moderate hazard, score 5/10 · EWG (web) ↗
-
Henna
HIGH
May contain phenol, prohibited ingredient · Health Canada (web) ↗
-
Heptane
MEDIUM
Skin irritant, aspiration hazard, CNS depression · EWG (web) ↗
-
Heptanoic Acid
MEDIUM
GHS signal word DANGER · EWG (web) ↗
-
Heptapeptide-36
MEDIUM
EU restricted ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Heptyl Methacrylate
HIGH
Prohibited in EU cosmetics · EU (web) ↗
-
Hexadienal Diethyl Acetal
HIGH
EU prohibited · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Hexadimethrine Chloride
HIGH
EU prohibited, very high aquatic toxicity · EU (web) ↗
-
Hexahydro-Dimethyl-Methano-Inden-5-Ol
HIGH
EU prohibited ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Hexahydro-Methanoinden-5-Yl Isobutyrate
LOW
Potential skin irritant at high concentrations · EWG (web) ↗
-
Hexahydro-Methanoinden-5-Yl Pivalate
MEDIUM
Synthetic fragrance, use with caution · EWG / EU SCCS (web) ↗
-
Hexahydro-Methanoinden-5-Yl Propionate
HIGH
EU prohibited ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Hexahydropropenyloxy-Methanoindene
MEDIUM
Potential skin sensitizer, data gap · EWG / CPSR (web) ↗
-
Hexamethylindanopyran
MEDIUM
Synthetic musk, potential allergen · EWG / Million Marker (web) ↗
-
Hexamidine Diparaben
MEDIUM
EU restricted preservative · EU (web) ↗
-
Hexenyl-Tetrahydro-Pyranone
MEDIUM
Data gap; requires genotoxicity screening · EWG / EU (web) ↗
-
Hexyl Aminolevulinate Hcl
HIGH
Severe phototoxicity; contraindicated for leave-on use · EWG (web) ↗
-
Hexyl Cinnamal
LOW
fragrance allergen · EU SCCS / Annex III ↗
-
Hexyloxodecanamide Mea
MEDIUM
Potential nitrosamine formation; EU restricted · EWG / EU (web) ↗
-
Hexylresorcinol
MEDIUM
Skin irritation and tissue destruction · chemicalbook MSDS (web) ↗
-
Hibiscus Rosa-Sinensis Leaf Cell Extract
MEDIUM
Bleaching function, irritation, alkaloid risk · CosIng / EWG (web) ↗
-
Hierochloe Odorata
MEDIUM
EU restricted ingredient · EU (web) ↗
-
Hirudinea Extract
MEDIUM
Moderate safety rating in database · EWG (web) ↗
-
Homonopal
HIGH
Reproductive, skin, aquatic toxicity · ECHA (web) ↗
-
Homosalate
MEDIUM
endocrine disruption potential · EWG Skin Deep ↗
-
Hordeum Vulgare Leaf/stem Powder
HIGH
EU prohibited ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Horse Adipose Stromal Cell Conditioned Media
HIGH
EU prohibited ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Human Amniotic Fluid Induced Pluripotent Cell Culture Conditioned Media
HIGH
EU prohibited ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Human Amniotic Fluid Induced Pluripotent Cell Exosomes
HIGH
EU banned ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Human Embryonic Induced Skin Pluripotent Cell Conditioned Media
HIGH
EU banned ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Human Neonatal Fibroblast/keratinocyte Conditioned Media
HIGH
Mitogenic risk, skin cancer potential · Frequently Asked Questions (web) ↗
-
Human Urine Derived Induced Pluripotent Cell Culture Conditioned Media
HIGH
EU banned ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Human Urine Derived Stem Cell Conditioned Media
HIGH
EU prohibited; microbial contamination risks · EU CosIng (web) ↗
-
Hyacinthoides Non-Scripta Seed Extract
HIGH
EU banned ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Hydrobromic Acid
HIGH
Hazardous ingredient for labelling · EWG (web) ↗
-
Hydrochloric Acid
HIGH
Strong acid, corrosive, irritant · EWG (web) ↗
-
Hydrofluorocarbon 227ea
MEDIUM
Thermal decomposition releases toxic gases · Safety Data Sheet (web) ↗
-
Hydrogenated Acetophenone/oxymethylene Copolymer
MEDIUM
Formaldehyde-origin backbone; EU restricted · EU Annex V (web) ↗
-
Hydrogenated Castor Oil Peg-8 Esters
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Hydrogenated Difarnesene
MEDIUM
Limited toxicological data; read-across from squalane · EWG / Expert Panel for Cosmetic Ingredient Safety (web) ↗
-
Hydrogenated Dimer Dilinoleyl Peg-44/poly(1‚2-Butanediol)-15 Dimethyl Ether
MEDIUM
Potential 1,4-dioxane and ethylene oxide residuals · EWG (web) ↗
-
Hydrogenated Ethylene/propylene/styrene Copolymer
MEDIUM
High sensitization potential; residual styrene · EWG / EU (web) ↗
-
Hydrogenated Methyl Abietate
MEDIUM
Potential sensitizer; requires HRIPT data · EWG / EU (web) ↗
-
Hydrogenated Palm/palm Kernel Oil Peg-6 Esters
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Hydrogenated Shark Liver Oil
MEDIUM
EU restricted ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Hydrogenated Soy Polyglycerides/soyamide Dea
MEDIUM
DEA component safety concerns, restricted in some markets · EU SCCS (web) ↗
-
Hydrogenated Tallowalkonium Chloride
MEDIUM
EU restricted; moderate hazard; irritation risk · EU / EWG (web) ↗
-
Hydrogenated Tallowamide Dea
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Hydrogenated Tallowtrimonium Chloride
MEDIUM
Corrosive, harmful if swallowed, aquatic toxicity · EWG (web) ↗
-
Hydrolyzed Ananas Sativus Fruit
MEDIUM
Residual bromelain may cause irritation/sensitization · EWG (web) ↗
-
Hydrolyzed Artemisia Vulgaris Leaf
MEDIUM
EU restricted ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Hydrolyzed Calf Ligaments/liver/skin
HIGH
EU banned, animal-derived hydrolysate · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Hydrolyzed Calf Skin
HIGH
EU prohibited ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Hydrolyzed Coriandrum Sativum Fruit Extract
MEDIUM
Potential allergen cross-reactivity with Apiaceae · EWG / EU (web) ↗
-
Hydrolyzed Enteromorpha Compressa
MEDIUM
Potential heavy metal contamination · EWG (web) ↗
-
Hydrolyzed Fish Egg Membrane Extract Filtrate
MEDIUM
Moderate sensitization potential · EWG (web) ↗
-
Hydrolyzed Fruit/mentha Arvensis Leaf/root Extract
MEDIUM
Potential irritant, contact allergy risk · EWG (web) ↗
-
Hydrolyzed Fucus Vesiculosus Extract
MEDIUM
Moderate hazard score 4/10 · EWG (web) ↗
-
Hydrolyzed Garcinia Mangostana Fruit Extract
MEDIUM
Regulator caution, no CIR review · China NMPA (web) ↗
-
Hydrolyzed Limonium Latifolium
MEDIUM
Limited toxicological data; unknown hydrolysis products · EWG (web) ↗
-
Hydrolyzed Lindera Aggregata Polysaccharides
MEDIUM
Potential alkaloid contamination · EU (web) ↗
-
Hydrolyzed Lycium Barbarum Fruit
MEDIUM
No dedicated safety assessment · EWG Skin Deep (web) ↗
-
Hydrolyzed Psoralea Corylifolia Extract
HIGH
EU prohibited ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Hydrolyzed Pumpkin Seedcake
MEDIUM
Protein/botanical sensitization risk · EWG / EU SCCS (web) ↗
-
Hydrolyzed Rheum Officinale Root Extract
MEDIUM
Anthraquinone content, emodin genotoxicity in vitro · CPSR assessor (web) ↗
-
Hydrolyzed Salmon Ovary Membrane Extract
MEDIUM
Insufficient safety data; allergen labeling required · EWG / EU SCCS (web) ↗
-
Hydrolyzed Silk Gland Extract
MEDIUM
Potential allergenic sericin component · EWG / Expert Panel for Cosmetic Ingredient Safety (web) ↗
-
Hydrolyzed Sodium Chondroitin Sulfate
MEDIUM
BSE/TSE risk if bovine-derived; heavy metals if shark-derived · EWG (web) ↗
-
Hydrolyzed Soy Protein/dimethicone Peg-7 Acetate
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern in inhalable forms · EWG (web) ↗
-
Hydrolyzed Soybean Seed
MEDIUM
Estrogenic activity; soy allergen · CIR / FAQ (web) ↗
-
Hydrolyzed Sponge Extract
MEDIUM
Physical microinjury risk from silica spicules · EWG (web) ↗
-
Hydrolyzed Ulva Pertusa Extract
MEDIUM
EU restricted ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Hydrolyzed Vaccinium Vitis-Idaea Fruit
MEDIUM
EU restricted ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Hydrolyzed Wheat Germ Extract
MEDIUM
Wheat allergen; molecular weight restrictions · EWG / CIR (web) ↗
-
Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein/dimethicone Peg-7 Acetate
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein/dimethicone Peg-7 Phosphate Copolymer
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Hydroquinone
HIGH
potential carcinogen · EWG Skin Deep ↗
-
Hydroxybenzomorpholine
HIGH
EU prohibited, potential systemic toxicity · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Hydroxycitronellal
LOW
fragrance allergen · EU SCCS / Annex III ↗
-
Hydroxycitronellal Methyl Anthranilate
MEDIUM
EU permitted but potential sensitizer · EWG / EU (web) ↗
-
Hydroxycitronellal-Indole Schiff Base
MEDIUM
EU restricted fragrance ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Hydroxyethoxy Aminopyrazolopyridine Hcl
MEDIUM
EU restricted substance · EU Cosmetics Regulation (web) ↗
-
Hydroxyethyl-2-Nitro-P-Toluidine
HIGH
EU prohibited, potential toxicity · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Hydroxyethyl-3‚4-Methylenedioxyaniline Hcl
MEDIUM
Skin/respiratory sensitizer · ECHA (web) ↗
-
Hydroxyisohexyl 3-Cyclohexene Carboxaldehyde
MEDIUM
Fragrance allergen, EU restricted · EWG / EU SCCS (web) ↗
-
Hydroxyisopropyl Methacrylate
MEDIUM
EU restricted, film-forming monomer · EU (web) ↗
-
Hydroxylauroyl Phytosphingosine
MEDIUM
Eye damage and aquatic toxicity · ECHA / EU (web) ↗
-
Hydroxyproline Palmitamide
MEDIUM
Moderate safety rating · EWG Skin Deep (web) ↗
-
Hydroxypropyl Hydrolyzed Starch Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride
MEDIUM
Potential irritant at high concentrations · EWG (web) ↗
-
Hydroxystearic/linolenic/oleic Polyglycerides
MEDIUM
Moderately comedogenic · EWG (web) ↗
-
Hypericum Perforatum Flower/twig Extract
MEDIUM
Insufficient data for safety · CIR (web) ↗
-
Hypericum Perforatum Leaf Extract
MEDIUM
Insufficient data, photosensitizing, potential ocular toxicity · CIR (web) ↗
-
Hypericum Perforatum Phytoplacenta Culture Extract
MEDIUM
Insufficient safety data · CIR (web) ↗
-
Hypoxis Aurea Root Extract
MEDIUM
Moderate safety, skin lightening · EWG / EU (web) ↗
-
Hypoxis Hemerocallidea Bulb Extract
MEDIUM
Cytotoxic at high concentrations · EWG (web) ↗
-
Icariside Ii
HIGH
EU banned ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Illicium Verum Fruit/seed Oil
HIGH
EU prohibited, estragole content 70-90% · EU (web) ↗
-
Illicium Verum Leaf Oil
MEDIUM
EU restricted ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Imidazolidinyl Urea
HIGH
formaldehyde releaser · EWG Skin Deep ↗
-
Imiloxan Hcl
HIGH
EU prohibited, unauthorized medicinal product · EU (web) ↗
-
Indene
HIGH
Aspiration toxicity hazard · EWG (web) ↗
-
Indigofera Tinctoria Leaf Powder
MEDIUM
EU restricted ingredient · EU (web) ↗
-
Indium Silver Zinc Diethyldithiocarbamate Nitrate
HIGH
Pulmonary toxicity, sensitizer, argyria risk · EU SCCS (web) ↗
-
Indocyanine Green
HIGH
Reproductive toxicity risk · EWG / EU (web) ↗
-
Ingredients Made Out Of Animals
MEDIUM
Pathogen contamination risk · EWG (web) ↗
-
Inshore Hagfish Skin Mucus Extract
MEDIUM
Potential sensitizer, data-poor, ethical concerns · EWG (web) ↗
-
Inula Britannica Callus Extract
MEDIUM
Toxic sesquiterpenes, lacking safety studies · EWG (web) ↗
-
Iodine Trichloride
HIGH
Strong corrosive, not safe for cosmetics · EWG / EU (web) ↗
-
Iodoform
MEDIUM
External antiseptic, potential irritant · EWG / chemicalbook (web) ↗
-
Iodopropynyl Butylcarbamate
MEDIUM
Moderate hazard, strong sensitizer · EWG (web) ↗
-
Ipdi/peg-15 Cocamine Copolymer
MEDIUM
Respiratory concerns if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Ipdi/peg-15 Cocamine Copolymer Dimer Dilinoleate
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Ipdi/peg-15 Cocamine/glycereth-7/polyglyceryl-3 Copolymer
MEDIUM
Respiratory concerns if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Ipdi/peg-15 Soy Glycinate Copolymer
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Ipdi/peg-15 Soyamine Copolymer
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern in inhalable forms · EWG (web) ↗
-
Ipdi/peg-15 Soyamine Copolymer Dimer Dilinoleate
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Ipdi/peg-15 Soyamine Oxide Copolymer
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Ipomoea Digitata Tuber Extract
LOW
Moderate safety, risk for sensitive skin · EWG (web) ↗
-
Ipomoea Hederacea Seed Powder
MEDIUM
Alkaloid concerns, micro-abrasion risk · EWG (web) ↗
-
Ipomoea Nil Seed Extract
HIGH
Contains ergot-type alkaloids, potential toxicity · EWG (web) ↗
-
Isoamyl Crotonate
HIGH
EU prohibited · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Isoamyl Hexanoate
MEDIUM
Irritating to skin and eyes · EU SDS (web) ↗
-
Isobergamate
MEDIUM
Restricted in multiple countries · EU SCCS (web) ↗
-
Isoborneol
MEDIUM
Skin irritant, flammable solid · EWG / OSHA (web) ↗
-
Isobornyl Methyl Ether
MEDIUM
Possibly persistent and bioaccumulative · EWG / EPI Suite (web) ↗
-
Isobutoxypropanol
HIGH
EU prohibited, potential systemic toxicity · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Isobutyl Formate
MEDIUM
Hazardous material for transport · UN Hazardous Materials Table (web) ↗
-
Isobutyl Methylaminobenzoate
MEDIUM
Moderate hazard score 5/10 · EWG (web) ↗
-
Isobutylparaben
HIGH
endocrine disruption · EWG Skin Deep ↗
-
Isobutylthiazole
MEDIUM
Moderate safety rating · EWG (web) ↗
-
Isobutyric Acid
MEDIUM
Flammable, acute oral/dermal toxicity, skin corrosion/irritation · EWG / OSHA (web) ↗
-
Isocamphenyl Cyclohexanol Mixed Isomers
MEDIUM
EU restricted for use · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Isodecylparaben
HIGH
Potential endocrine disruptor · EWG (web) ↗
-
Isoeugenol
MEDIUM
strong fragrance allergen · EU SCCS / Annex III ↗
-
Isoeugenyl Acetate
MEDIUM
Allergen, EU restricted · EU SCCS (web) ↗
-
Isohexenyl Cyclopentenyl Carbaldehyde
HIGH
EU prohibited · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Isohexyl Palmitate
MEDIUM
Moderate safety rating; minimal data suggesting concern · EWG (web) ↗
-
Isomethyl-Beta-Ionone
LOW
Fragrance allergen, mild irritant · EWG (web) ↗
-
Isononamidopropyl Ethyldimonium Ethosulfate
MEDIUM
Potential eye irritant at high concentrations · CPSR assessor (web) ↗
-
Isooctanal Diethyl Acetal
MEDIUM
EU restricted for use · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Isooctyl Thioglycolate
MEDIUM
Moderate hazard, strong sensitizer · EWG (web) ↗
-
Isopentanal
HIGH
GHS signal word DANGER · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Isopentane
MEDIUM
Moderate hazard score 4/10 · EWG (web) ↗
-
Isopropanolamine
MEDIUM
Moderate Hazard · EWG (web) ↗
-
Isopropanolamine Lanolate
MEDIUM
Moderate hazard, score 4/10 · EWG (web) ↗
-
Isopropenyl-Methylhexenol
HIGH
EU prohibited ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Isopropyl Acetate
MEDIUM
GHS signal word DANGER · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Isopropyl Cyanoacrylate
MEDIUM
Respiratory irritant and sensitizer · Canada.ca (web) ↗
-
Isopropyl Lauroyl Sarcosinate
MEDIUM
Allergic contact dermatitis reported · EWG (web) ↗
-
Isopropyl Thioglycolate
MEDIUM
Moderate hazard score 4/10 · EWG (web) ↗
-
Isopropylidenediphenol Bishydroxypropyl Peg-180
HIGH
Potential carcinogen via PEG contaminants · EWG (web) ↗
-
Isopropylidenediphenol Diglycidyl Ether
HIGH
Strong sensitizer, endocrine disruptor · EWG / EU (web) ↗
-
Isopropylparaben
HIGH
Paraben, potential endocrine disruptor · EWG (web) ↗
-
Isopropylphenyl-Propionaldehyde
MEDIUM
Potential sensitizer, limited safety data · EWG / CIR (web) ↗
-
Isopropylphenylbutanal
MEDIUM
Possible persistence concern · EPI Suite (web) ↗
-
Isopulegyl Acetate
MEDIUM
EU restricted for use · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Isostearamidopropyl Dimethylamine Gluconate
MEDIUM
Potential irritation and impurity concerns · EWG (web) ↗
-
Isostearamidopropyl Dimethylamine Glycolate
MEDIUM
Moderate hazard, potential irritation, impurities · EWG (web) ↗
-
Isostearamidopropyl Dimethylamine Lactate
MEDIUM
DMAPA impurity, nitrosamine formation, sensitization · EWG / EU (web) ↗
-
Isostearamidopropyl Ethyldimonium Ethosulfate
MEDIUM
GHS Danger H302, H315, H318 · EU chemicals database (web) ↗
-
Isosteareth-2 Phosphate
MEDIUM
Potential 1,4-dioxane/EO residue, skin/eye irritation · EWG (web) ↗
-
Isostearyl Carboxydecyl Peg-8 Dimethicone
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Itraconazole
HIGH
Combustible dust explosion potential · chemicalbook (web) ↗
-
Jasminum Officinale Flower Powder
MEDIUM
Eye irritation hazard · EU classification (web) ↗
-
Jojoba Oil Peg-150 Esters
MEDIUM
Respiratory concerns in inhalable forms · EWG (web) ↗
-
Jojoba Wax Peg-80 Esters
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern in inhalable forms · EWG (web) ↗
-
Juglans Mandshurica Shell Powder
MEDIUM
Irritant and respiratory sensitizer, allergen · EWG / EU (web) ↗
-
Juniperus Communis Fruit Oil
MEDIUM
Monoterpene content hazard · EWG / Expert Panel (web) ↗
-
Juniperus Mexicana Oil
HIGH
EU prohibited · EU (web) ↗
-
Juniperus Mexicana Wood Oil
MEDIUM
Skin irritant, sensitizer, aspiration hazard · EWG / EU (web) ↗
-
Juniperus Oxycedrus Wood Oil
HIGH
EU prohibited ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Juniperus Oxycedrus Wood Tar
HIGH
EU banned · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Juniperus Virginiana Extract Acetylated-Hydrogenated
MEDIUM
EU restricted fragrance · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Juniperus Virginiana Extract Epoxidized
HIGH
EU prohibited · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Juniperus Virginiana Extract Oxidized
HIGH
EU prohibited, poor safety rating · EU / EWG (web) ↗
-
Kazachstania/cornus Officinalis Fruit Extract Ferment Filtrate
HIGH
EU prohibited ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Kidachi Aloe Youjyuu
MEDIUM
EU restricted ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Kluyveromyces/lactobacillus/abies Grandis Leaf Oil Ferment Filtrate
LOW
EU-regulated fragrance allergens · EU (web) ↗
-
Kluyveromyces/lactobacillus/phaseolus Angularis Seed Oil Ferment Filtrate
MEDIUM
No toxicological profile; potential allergen · EU (web) ↗
-
Kluyveromyces/lactobacillus/saururus Chinensis Oil Ferment Filtrate
MEDIUM
Limited toxicological data; contains aristolactams · EWG (web) ↗
-
Kojic Acid
MEDIUM
EU restrictions on use · EU / CIR (web) ↗
-
Kojic Isopalmitate
MEDIUM
EU restrictions on Kojic Acid · EU SCCS (web) ↗
-
Kunzea Ericoides Leaf Oil
MEDIUM
EU restricted; fragrance; antimicrobial · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
L-Beta-Pinene
LOW
Fragrance allergen, mild irritant · EWG (web) ↗
-
Lactobacillus/artemisia Absinthium Leaf Extract Ferment Filtrate
MEDIUM
Thujone neurotoxin; absinthin sensitizer · EWG (web) ↗
-
Lactobacillus/aspergillus/prunus Mume Fruit Ferment Filtrate
MEDIUM
Potential mycotoxin contamination from Aspergillus · Supplier COA requirement (web) ↗
-
Lactobacillus/brassica Nigra Seed Ferment Extract
MEDIUM
Moderate safety rating in database · EWG (web) ↗
-
Lactobacillus/capsicum Annuum Fruit Ferment Filtrate
HIGH
Residual capsaicin causes burning and pain · Expert Panel for Cosmetic Ingredient Safety (web) ↗
-
Lactobacillus/chondrus Ocellatus Ferment Filtrate
MEDIUM
Heavy metals, iodine, degraded carrageenan risk · EWG (web) ↗
-
Lactobacillus/dipteryx Odorata Seed Ferment Filtrate
MEDIUM
EU restricted ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Lactobacillus/lactococcus/saccharomyces/soymilk Ferment
LOW
Potential soy allergen · EWG (web) ↗
-
Lactobacillus/leuconostoc/tomato Fruit Extract Ferment Filtrate
MEDIUM
Depigmentation risk from tyrosinase inhibition · EU (web) ↗
-
Lactobacillus/nereocystis Leutkeana Ferment Filtrate
MEDIUM
May concentrate heavy metals and iodine · EWG (web) ↗
-
Lactobacillus/persimmon Fruit Juice Extract
MEDIUM
High tannin may cause irritation · EWG (web) ↗
-
Lactobacillus/saccharomyces Silkworm Extract Ferment Filtrate
MEDIUM
Potential allergenicity from silk proteins · EWG (web) ↗
-
Lactobacillus/saccharomyces/coptidis Rhizome Ferment Filtrate
MEDIUM
Potential skin irritation and staining · Expert Verdict (web) ↗
-
Lactobacillus/skeletonema Ferment
HIGH
Potential marine biotoxin and heavy metal residues · EWG (web) ↗
-
Lactobacillus/spirulina Ferment Filtrate
MEDIUM
Microcystin, heavy metals, photosensitization risk · EWG (web) ↗
-
Lactobacillus/sugar Cane Extract Ferment Filtrate
LOW
Mild irritant at high concentrations · EWG (web) ↗
-
Laevo-Rose Oxide
MEDIUM
CMR hazard H315 H319 H361 · EU GHS (web) ↗
-
Laminaria Digitata Powder
MEDIUM
Moderate hazard score 3/10 · EWG (web) ↗
-
Laminaria Hyperborea Extract
MEDIUM
Moderate hazard score 3/10 · EWG (web) ↗
-
Laneth-60
MEDIUM
EU restricted surfactant · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Larrea Divaricata Leaf Extract
MEDIUM
Safety rated POOR by EWG · EWG (web) ↗
-
Lathyrus Odoratus Leaf Extract
MEDIUM
Moderate sensitization potential · EU (web) ↗
-
Laur/myrist/palmitamidobutyl Guanidine Acetate
MEDIUM
Weakens skin barrier, enhances penetration · EWG (web) ↗
-
Lauraldehyde Dimethyl Acetal
MEDIUM
EU restricted, fragrance ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Lauralkonium Chloride
MEDIUM
GHS Danger, EU restricted max 0.1% · EU Cosmetics Regulation (web) ↗
-
Lauramide Dea
HIGH
potential carcinogen · EWG Skin Deep ↗
-
Lauramide/myristamide Dea
MEDIUM
EU restricted, max 0.5% · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Lauramidobutyl Guanidine Acetate
HIGH
EU prohibited · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Lauramidobutyl Guanidine Hcl
HIGH
EU prohibited · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Lauramidopropyl Betaine
MEDIUM
Moderate hazard score 4/10 · EWG (web) ↗
-
Laurdimonium Chlorohydroxypropyl Chloride
MEDIUM
EU restricted ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Laurdimonium Hydroxypropyl Hydrolyzed Casein
MEDIUM
Milk protein allergen, sensitization risk · EWG (web) ↗
-
Laureth
MEDIUM
Potential impurities: 1,4-dioxane, ethylene oxide · EWG (web) ↗
-
Laureth 23
MEDIUM
Potential trace 1,4-dioxane carcinogen · EWG (web) ↗
-
Laureth-20
MEDIUM
Moderate hazard, potential irritant, 1,4-dioxane contamination · EWG (web) ↗
-
Laureth-38
MEDIUM
Moderate safety rating · EWG / EU (web) ↗
-
Laureth-7 Citrate
MEDIUM
Potential impurities: 1,4-dioxane, ethylene oxide · EWG (web) ↗
-
Laureth-7 Phosphate
MEDIUM
Potential 1,4-dioxane contamination · EWG (web) ↗
-
Laureth-7 Tartrate
MEDIUM
Potential toxic impurities (1,4-dioxane, ethylene oxide) · EWG (web) ↗
-
Laurtrimonium Chloride
MEDIUM
EU restricted to 0.1% · EU regulation (web) ↗
-
Laurtrimonium Trichlorophenoxide
HIGH
Possible carcinogen, endocrine disruptor · EWG / IARC (web) ↗
-
Laurus Nobilis Fruit Extract
MEDIUM
EU restricted ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Laurus Nobilis Fruit Oil
MEDIUM
Banned in some markets · EWG / EU (web) ↗
-
Laurus Nobilis Leaf/stem Extract
MEDIUM
Respiratory concerns if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Lauryl Acrylate
HIGH
Not intended for general public use · EWG (web) ↗
-
Lauryl Dimethicone Peg-10 Phosphate
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Lauryl Dimethicone Peg-15 Crosspolymer
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Lauryl Peg-10 Methyl Ether Dimethicone
MEDIUM
Respiratory concerns if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Lauryl Peg-10 Tris(Trimethylsiloxy)silylethyl Dimethicone
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Lauryl Peg-9 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern in inhalable forms · EWG (web) ↗
-
Lauryl Sultaine
MEDIUM
Serious eye irritation potential · NICNAS (web) ↗
-
Laurylpyridinium Chloride
HIGH
GHS Danger: acute toxicity, irritant, sensitizer, aquatic hazard · EWG / EU (web) ↗
-
Lavandula Angustifolia Angustifolia Herb Extract
MEDIUM
EU restricted, fragrance allergen · EU (web) ↗
-
Lavandula Angustifolia Flower Wax
MEDIUM
Moderate safety with some cautions · Expert Panel for Cosmetic Ingredient Safety (web) ↗
-
Lavandula Angustifolia Flower/leaf/stem Oil
MEDIUM
Skin damaging effects at low concentration · EWG (web) ↗
-
Lavandula Angustifolia Herb Oil
MEDIUM
Sensitization potential; camphor content may be higher · EWG (web) ↗
-
Lavandula Intermedia Flower/leaf/stem Oil
MEDIUM
Allergen, regulated, avoid during pregnancy · EWG / EU SCCS (web) ↗
-
Lavandula Officinalis Extract Sulfurized Palladium Salt
HIGH
Potent contact sensitizer, heavy metal risk · EWG (web) ↗
-
Lavandula Officinalis Flower Oil
MEDIUM
Strong sensitizer when oxidized · IFRA (web) ↗
-
Lawsonia Inermis Cera
MEDIUM
EU restricted, max 1.4% · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Lawsonia Inermis Flower/fruit/leaf Extract
MEDIUM
Restricted use in EWG VERIFIED · EWG (web) ↗
-
Lead Acetate
HIGH
neurotoxin · EWG Skin Deep ↗
-
Lecithinamide Dea
MEDIUM
EU restricted, max 0.5% · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Ledum Groenlandicum Oil
MEDIUM
EU restricted, flammable · EU CosIng (web) ↗
-
Lessonia Nigrescens Powder
MEDIUM
Heavy-metal and iodine concerns · EWG (web) ↗
-
Leuconostoc/saccharomyces/octopus Mantle Ferment Extract Filtrate
MEDIUM
Allergen risk, no safety data · EWG (web) ↗
-
Leuconostoc/salix Alba Bark Extract Ferment Filtrate
MEDIUM
EU restricted, max 2% · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Levisticum Officinale Leaf Extract
MEDIUM
EU restricted ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Levisticum Officinale Root Oil
MEDIUM
EU restricted for perfuming · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Liatris Odoratissima Leaf Extract
MEDIUM
EU restricted ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Lilium Speciosum Flower Oil
LOW
Potential sensitization in fragrance-sensitive individuals · EWG / EU (web) ↗
-
Limonene
LOW
fragrance allergen; oxidizes to sensitizers · EU SCCS / Annex III ↗
-
Linalool
LOW
fragrance allergen; oxidizes to sensitizers · EU SCCS / Annex III ↗
-
Linalool Acid Isomerized
MEDIUM
Potential skin sensitizer; EU restricted · EU (web) ↗
-
Linalyl Anthranilate
MEDIUM
Possibly persistent and bioaccumulative · EPI Suite / EWG (web) ↗
-
Linalyl Phenylacetate
MEDIUM
Moderate hazard, moderate concern · EWG (web) ↗
-
Lindera Umbellata Twig Oil
MEDIUM
EU restricted ingredient · EU CosIng (web) ↗
-
Linoleamide Dea
MEDIUM
Irritant on broken skin · Cosmetic Ingredient Review (web) ↗
-
Lippia Citriodora Flower/leaf/stem Oil
HIGH
Explicitly banned in EU as fragrance · EU SCCS (web) ↗
-
Lippia Citriodora Leaf Oil
HIGH
EU-banned fragrance; strong sensitizer · EU SCCS (web) ↗
-
Liquidambar Formosana Fruit Extract
HIGH
Very toxic if swallowed, serious eye damage risk · EU R-phrases (web) ↗
-
Liquidambar Orientalis Balsam Oil
MEDIUM
EU restricted, max 0.6% · EU CosIng (web) ↗
-
Liquidambar Orientalis Resin Extract
MEDIUM
Allergen, cross-reactivity with Peru balsam · EWG (web) ↗
-
Liquidambar Styraciflua Balsam Extract
MEDIUM
EU restricted, max 0.6% · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Liquidambar Styraciflua Oil
MEDIUM
EU restricted, max 0.6% · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Lithium Carbonate
HIGH
Reproductive toxicity concern from pharmaceutical data · EWG (web) ↗
-
Lithium Hydroxide
HIGH
Corrosive, irritant, EU restricted · EU SCCS (web) ↗
-
Lithospermum Officinale Extract
HIGH
Pyrrolizidine alkaloid contamination, hepatotoxic, genotoxic · EU SCCS (web) ↗
-
Lithospermum Root Extract Serum Albumin Succinate
MEDIUM
Potential allergenicity and BSE/TSE risk · EWG (web) ↗
-
Lonicera Periclymenum Callus Culture Extract
MEDIUM
Potential allergen; uncertain composition · EWG (web) ↗
-
Lotus Corniculatus Flower Extract
LOW
Potential fragrance sensitizer · EWG / EU (web) ↗
-
Lysimachia Vulgaris Extract
MEDIUM
Saponin content may cause irritation · EU (web) ↗
-
Lysine Arganate
MEDIUM
Data gap; no safety assessment · EWG (web) ↗
-
Lysine Octatrienoate
MEDIUM
Oxidative instability, reactive aldehydes · EU / EWG (web) ↗
-
M-Aminophenol Hcl
MEDIUM
Allowed with restrictions; higher score if unsafe · EWG (web) ↗
-
M-Aminophenol Sulfate
MEDIUM
Potential sensitizer, regulatory gaps noted · EWG (web) ↗
-
M-Cresol
HIGH
Restricted in cosmetics · EWG / Hotlist (web) ↗
-
M-Cresyl Acetate
LOW
Fragrance ingredient, potential allergen · EWG / EU (web) ↗
-
Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil Peg-8 Esters
MEDIUM
Respiratory concerns if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Macelignan
HIGH
EU prohibited ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Magnesium Bromide
MEDIUM
Hazardous decomposition products · chemicalbook (web) ↗
-
Magnesium Isododecylbenzenesulfonate
MEDIUM
Potential skin/eye irritant at high concentrations · EU (web) ↗
-
Magnesium Myreth Sulfate
MEDIUM
Potential 1,4-dioxane contamination · EWG (web) ↗
-
Magnesium Nitrate
MEDIUM
EU restricted, max 0.0015% · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Magnesium Peg-3 Cocamide Sulfate
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern in inhalable forms · EWG (web) ↗
-
Magnesium Potassium Fluorosilicate
MEDIUM
EU regulated, potential fluoride toxicity · EU Regulation (web) ↗
-
Magnesium Silicate
HIGH
Potential asbestos contamination, carcinogen · EWG (web) ↗
-
Magnesium Sulfide
MEDIUM
Depilatory agent with moderate safety rating · EWG / EU (web) ↗
-
Magnesium Thioglycolate
MEDIUM
Restricted use, higher score if not meeting guidelines · EWG (web) ↗
-
Magnesium/manganese/titanium Oxide
MEDIUM
Manganese toxicity risk; inhalation hazard · EWG (web) ↗
-
Magnesium/tea-Coco-Sulfate
MEDIUM
Use restrictions and warnings required · EWG (web) ↗
-
Magnolia Champaca Flower Oil
MEDIUM
Contains restricted methyl eugenol · EU (web) ↗
-
Magnolia Grandiflora Bark Extract
MEDIUM
Dose-dependent irritation, affects microbiome · EWG (web) ↗
-
Maleic Anhydride
HIGH
Hazardous chemical, fire and explosion risk · NFPA (web) ↗
-
Mango Seed Oil Peg-70 Esters
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Manicouagan Clay
MEDIUM
Moderate safety rating · EWG (web) ↗
-
Mauritia Flexuosa Seed Oil Peg-8 Esters
MEDIUM
Potential 1,4-dioxane contamination · EWG (web) ↗
-
Mdm Hydantoin
MEDIUM
Formaldehyde-releasing preservative · EWG (web) ↗
-
Mea O-Phenylphenate
MEDIUM
EU restricted, max 0.5% secondary amine · EU Cosmetics Regulation (web) ↗
-
Mea Ppg-6 Laureth-7 Carboxylate
MEDIUM
Potential toxic impurities (1,4-dioxane, ethylene oxide) · EWG (web) ↗
-
Mea-Cocoate
MEDIUM
EU restricted, potential irritant · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Mea-Hydroxyoctyloxypyridinone
MEDIUM
Nitrosamine formation risk; limited data · EWG / Expert Panel (web) ↗
-
Mea-Lauryl Sulfate
MEDIUM
Moderate hazard score 4/10 · EWG (web) ↗
-
Mea-Thiolactate
HIGH
Strong irritant, nitrosamine risk, sulfur odor · EWG (web) ↗
-
Medicago Sativa Oil Unsaponifiables
MEDIUM
Potential comedogenicity in high concentrations · EWG (web) ↗
-
Medicago Sativa Seed Powder
MEDIUM
L-canavanine content; inhalation hazard; micro-damage risk · EWG (web) ↗
-
Mek
HIGH
Workplace hazard, potential CMR · NIOSH (web) ↗
-
Mek Peroxides
HIGH
Not recognized; requires full safety substantiation · US Notes (web) ↗
-
Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Extract
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Oil
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern in inhalable forms · EWG (web) ↗
-
Melaleuca Leucadendron Viridiflora Flower/leaf Extract
MEDIUM
Potential sensitizer; EU classified · EU (web) ↗
-
Melamine
MEDIUM
Moderate hazard score 4/10 · EWG (web) ↗
-
Melia Azadirachta Bark Extract
MEDIUM
Limited toxicological data, regulatory risk · EWG (web) ↗
-
Melibiose
HIGH
EU prohibited · EU (web) ↗
-
Melilotus Officinalis Herb Extract
MEDIUM
Coumarin-related concerns, high variability · EWG (web) ↗
-
Melilotus Officinalis Herb Oil
MEDIUM
Coumarin-related concerns, variable content · EWG (web) ↗
-
Melissa Officinalis Flower/leaf/stem Extract
MEDIUM
EU restricted ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Melissa Officinalis Flower/leaf/stem Juice
HIGH
EU prohibited ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Melissa Officinalis Flower/leaf/stem Oil
MEDIUM
EU restricted ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Melissa Officinalis Leaf Oil
MEDIUM
EU restricted ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Melothria Heterophylla Root Extract
MEDIUM
Limited safety data; China restricts use · EWG / NMPA (web) ↗
-
Menadione
HIGH
Acute toxicity, skin/eye irritation, respiratory sensitizer · OSHA HCS (web) ↗
-
Mentha Aquatica Leaf Oil
MEDIUM
EU restricted ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Mentha Arvensis Herb Extract
MEDIUM
Skin sensitization and irritation potential · EWG (web) ↗
-
Mentha Arvensis Piperascens Herb Oil
MEDIUM
EU restricted fragrance ingredient · EWG / EU (web) ↗
-
Mentha Pulegium Herb Extract
MEDIUM
EU restricted ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Mentha Pulegium Herb Oil
MEDIUM
EU restricted, potential sensitizer · EWG / EU (web) ↗
-
Mentha Rotundifolia Leaf Extract
MEDIUM
EU restricted ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Menthyl Pca
MEDIUM
Moderate hazard, warning for exposure · EWG (web) ↗
-
Menthyl Salicylate
MEDIUM
Linked to death from excessive exposure · Cosmetic Ingredient Review (web) ↗
-
Mercury
HIGH
neurotoxin · WHO ↗
-
Mertensia Maritima Extract
MEDIUM
Limited data, potential allergens · EWG / EU (web) ↗
-
Metaphosphoric Acid
MEDIUM
Corrosive undiluted; requires pH buffering · CIR (web) ↗
-
Methacrylamide
HIGH
CMR hazard (H302, H319, H335, H371, H373, H320, H361) · EU chemicals database (web) ↗
-
Methacrylic Acid
MEDIUM
Moderate hazard, strong sensitizer · EWG (web) ↗
-
Methacryloylethyl Phosphate
HIGH
EU prohibited, banned · EU (web) ↗
-
Methacryloyloxypropyl Polysilsesquioxane
HIGH
EU banned in cosmetics · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Methenamine
MEDIUM
Formaldehyde releaser, potential sensitizer · EWG / EU SCCS (web) ↗
-
Methionyl Sh-Polypeptide-1
MEDIUM
Theoretical proliferative risk; moderate safety rating · EWG (web) ↗
-
Methotrexate
HIGH
Prescription drug, not for cosmetics · EWG (web) ↗
-
Methotrexoyl Oligopeptide-59
HIGH
Potent antifolate; cytotoxicity, sensitization risk · FAQ snippet (web) ↗
-
Methoxy Peg-10
MEDIUM
Potential contamination with 1,4-dioxane and ethylene oxide · EWG (web) ↗
-
Methoxy Peg-100
HIGH
Associated with carcinogens ethylene oxide and 1,4-dioxane · EWG (web) ↗
-
Methoxy Peg-100/epsilon Caprolactone/sebacate Copolymer
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Methoxy Peg-100/polyepsilon Caprolactone
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Methoxy Peg-100/polyepsilon Caprolactone Ethylhexanoate
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Methoxy Peg-13 Ethyl Polysilsesquioxane
HIGH
EU prohibited ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Methoxy Peg-16
HIGH
Potential carcinogen via PEG contaminants · EWG (web) ↗
-
Methoxy Peg-200 Betulin
MEDIUM
PEG contamination concerns; limited safety data · EWG (web) ↗
-
Methoxy Peg-22/dodecyl Glycol Copolymer
MEDIUM
Respiratory concerns if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Methoxy Peg-40
HIGH
Potential carcinogen via contaminants · EWG (web) ↗
-
Methoxy Peg-45 Thioctate
MEDIUM
Potential contact dermatitis and 1,4-dioxane trace · EWG (web) ↗
-
Methoxy Peg-450 Amido Hydroxysuccinimidyl Succinamate
MEDIUM
Respiratory concerns if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Methoxy Peg-450 Maleimide
MEDIUM
Respiratory concerns if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Methoxy Peg/ppg-7/3 Aminopropyl Dimethicone
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Methoxycinnamal
MEDIUM
Fragrance allergen, restricted in EU · EWG (web) ↗
-
Methoxycinnamic Acid
MEDIUM
Skin and eye irritant · OSHA HCS (web) ↗
-
Methoxycitronellal
MEDIUM
Potential contact allergen, cross-sensitization risk · EWG (web) ↗
-
Methoxyhydratropaldehyde
MEDIUM
EU permitted fragrance allergen · EWG / EU (web) ↗
-
Methyl 2-Octynoate
LOW
Potential irritant for sensitive skin · EWG (web) ↗
-
Methyl 3-Oxo-2-Pentenylcyclopentaneacetate
MEDIUM
EU restricted fragrance ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Methyl Alpha-Ionone Isomers
MEDIUM
EU restricted fragrance ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Methyl Aminomethylcyclohexane Carboxamide Hcl
MEDIUM
EU restricted ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Methyl Anthranilate
MEDIUM
Phototoxic derivative, stringent regulations · EWG / Expert Panel for Cosmetic Ingredient Safety (web) ↗
-
Methyl Cyclooctanecarboxylate
MEDIUM
EU restricted ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Methyl Ethylacetoacetate
HIGH
EU prohibited ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Methyl Isopropyl Ketone
HIGH
DANGER signal word, industrial solvent · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Methyl Lactate
MEDIUM
Moderate hazard, score 5/10 · EWG (web) ↗
-
Methyl Methacrylate
MEDIUM
Moderate hazard, industrial use only · EWG (web) ↗
-
Methyl Pelargonate
MEDIUM
EU restricted substance · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Methyl Pyrrolidone
HIGH
Reprotoxic, EPA risk determination · EPA (web) ↗
-
Methyl Salicylate
MEDIUM
Restricted on prohibited list · EU Hotlist (web) ↗
-
Methyl-Methylbicycloheptenyl-Pentenol
LOW
Potential irritant for sensitive skin · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Methyl-Methylene-Tricyclodecan-Olacetate
HIGH
EU prohibited ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Methyl/propyl/butyl/ethyl/paraben
HIGH
Endocrine disruptor, potential health risk · EWG (web) ↗
-
Methylbicycloheptylpropyl Acetate
MEDIUM
No public safety data; moderate rating · EWG / EU (web) ↗
-
Methylchloroisothiazolinone
HIGH
potent contact allergen/sensitizer · EU SCCS + EWG Skin Deep ↗
-
Methylcyclohexenyl Isopropyltrisiloxane
MEDIUM
EU restricted ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Methylene Di-T-Butylcresol
MEDIUM
EU restricted, max 0.5% · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Methylene Diphenyl Diisocyanate
HIGH
Respiratory sensitizer, potential CMR · EPA (web) ↗
-
Methylene Glycol
HIGH
Restricted from 2025; formaldehyde releaser · EWG / Health Canada (web) ↗
-
Methyleugenyl Peg-8 Dimethicone
HIGH
EU prohibited, respiratory concerns · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Methylfurfural
MEDIUM
Moderate safety rating, fragrance ingredient · EWG (web) ↗
-
Methylisothiazolinone
HIGH
potent contact allergen/sensitizer · EU SCCS + EWG Skin Deep ↗
-
Methylparaben
HIGH
endocrine disruption · EWG Skin Deep ↗
-
Methylpentenylcyclohexene Carbaldehyde
HIGH
EU prohibited · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Methylsilanol Peg-7 Glyceryl Cocoate
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Methylsulfinylbutyl Piperidinecarbothioamide
MEDIUM
Moderate safety rating, EU permitted · EU (web) ↗
-
Methylundecanal
MEDIUM
Skin and eye irritant, aquatic hazard · EWG / EU SCCS (web) ↗
-
Michelia Champaca Flower Extract
HIGH
EU prohibited ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Mimosa Pudica Callus
HIGH
EU prohibited ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Mimosa Pudica Flower Water
MEDIUM
EU restricted, moderate safety · EWG / EU (web) ↗
-
Mimosa Tenuiflora Bark Powder
HIGH
Contains DMT, regulatory red flag · EWG (web) ↗
-
Mineral Oil
LOW
contamination concern (PAHs) · EWG Skin Deep ↗
-
Mineral Spirits
HIGH
Potential carcinogen and irritant · EWG (web) ↗
-
Minkamide Dea
MEDIUM
DEA-related ingredient, possible nitrosamine contamination · EWG (web) ↗
-
Minoxidil Hyaluronamide
MEDIUM
Drug-cosmetic boundary issue · US Notes (web) ↗
-
Minoxidil Oxothiazolidinecarboxylate
HIGH
EU banned · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Mipa-Dodecylbenzenesulfonate
MEDIUM
Moderate hazard score 4/10 · EWG (web) ↗
-
Mipa-Lauryl Sulfate
MEDIUM
Restricted use; potential sensitizer · EWG (web) ↗
-
Mipa-Myristate
MEDIUM
Moderate safety rating · EWG (web) ↗
-
Mirodenafil
HIGH
Active pharmaceutical ingredient, cardiovascular effects · EWG (web) ↗
-
Monarda Didyma Leaf Extract
LOW
Potential skin sensitizer · EWG (web) ↗
-
Monarda Fistulosa
MEDIUM
Skin sensitizer, irritant, aquatic hazard · GHS-US (web) ↗
-
Monascus/lavender Flower/rice Bran Ferment Filtrate
LOW
Fragrance allergen (linalool, linalyl acetate) · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Monascus/lettuce Root/soybean Ferment Filtrate
MEDIUM
EU restricted ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Monascus/turmeric Root/rice Bran Ferment
HIGH
EU classified as prohibited · EU (web) ↗
-
Monascus/turmeric Root/rice Bran Ferment Extract Filtrate
HIGH
EU prohibited classification · EU (web) ↗
-
Musk Ketone
MEDIUM
EU restricted, moderate hazard · EU / EWG (web) ↗
-
Musk Xylene
HIGH
phototoxic, photomutagenic, declining use · IFRA (web) ↗
-
Myrcene Methoxylation Distillate
HIGH
Non-genotoxic carcinogen in animals · NTP (web) ↗
-
Myrica Pubescens Fruit Cera
MEDIUM
EU restricted ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Myristalkonium Chloride
MEDIUM
EU restricted preservative · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Myristalkonium Saccharinate
MEDIUM
EU restricted preservative · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Myristamide Dea
MEDIUM
Use restrictions and warnings · EWG (web) ↗
-
Myristamidopropyl Betaine
MEDIUM
Moderate hazard score 4/10 · EWG (web) ↗
-
Myristamidopropyl Pg-Dimonium Chloride Phosphate
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Myristamine Oxide
MEDIUM
Moderate hazard score 3/10 · EWG (web) ↗
-
Myristica Fragrans Aril Oil
MEDIUM
Fragrance allergen, moderate safety score · EWG (web) ↗
-
Myristica Fragrans Kernel Extract
MEDIUM
EU risk phrases S24/25, S26 · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Myristyl Trisiloxane
LOW
Score 2 on EWG scale · EWG (web) ↗
-
Myroxylon Balsamum Balsam Oil
MEDIUM
EU restricted ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Myroxylon Balsamum Pereirae Balsam Extract
MEDIUM
Fragrance allergen, EU-restricted · EWG / EU Cosmetics Regulation (web) ↗
-
Myroxylon Balsamum Pereirae Balsam Oil
LOW
Fragrance allergen; respiratory concern in sprays · EWG (web) ↗
-
Myroxylon Pereirae Oil
MEDIUM
Fragrance allergen, strong sensitizer · EWG (web) ↗
-
N-Adamantanoyl Dopamine
MEDIUM
EU restricted ingredient · EU CosIng (web) ↗
-
N-Butyl Alcohol
MEDIUM
Moderate hazard, GHS signal word DANGER · EWG (web) ↗
-
N-Cyclohexanoyl Tyramine
MEDIUM
EU restricted, moderate safety · EWG (web) ↗
-
N-Lauryl Diethanolamine
MEDIUM
DEA-related ingredient with restrictions · EWG (web) ↗
-
N-Phenyl-P-Phenylenediamine
HIGH
Potential carcinogen and sensitizer · EWG (web) ↗
-
N-Phenyl-P-Phenylenediamine Hcl
MEDIUM
Strong sensitizer, hair colorant · EWG / EU SCCS (web) ↗
-
N-Phenyl-P-Phenylenediamine Sulfate
MEDIUM
EU restricted, hair dyeing ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
N-Retinoyl Dopamine
MEDIUM
EU restricted ingredient · EU (web) ↗
-
Nano Titanium Dioxide
MEDIUM
nanoparticle penetration concern · EWG Skin Deep ↗
-
Nano Zinc Oxide
MEDIUM
nanoparticle penetration concern · EWG Skin Deep ↗
-
Nasturtium Officinale Flower Extract
MEDIUM
Contains irritant isothiocyanates; use at moderate concentrations · EWG / EU (web) ↗
-
Nasturtium Officinale Flower/leaf/stem Extract
MEDIUM
Contains irritant isothiocyanates; moderate use · EU (web) ↗
-
Neatsfoot Oil
MEDIUM
Contains hazardous materials · MSDS (web) ↗
-
Nelumbo Nucifera Callus Culture Extract
MEDIUM
Insufficient data for safety determination · CIR Panel (web) ↗
-
Nepeta Sibirica Flower/leaf/stem Extract
LOW
Mild irritant, uncommon reactions · EWG (web) ↗
-
Neral
LOW
Fragrance allergen, mild irritant · EWG (web) ↗
-
Nerol
MEDIUM
Skin sensitizer, irritant · EWG (web) ↗
-
Nitrofurazone
HIGH
CMR potential, EU restricted · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Nitrophenol
HIGH
Potential CMR or endocrine disruptor · EWG (web) ↗
-
Nitrous Oxide
HIGH
Reprotoxic, blood and nerve damage · EWG (web) ↗
-
Nonane
HIGH
GHS signal word DANGER · EWG (web) ↗
-
Nonoxynol-9
MEDIUM
Potential safety issues, being removed · EWG / distributor (web) ↗
-
Nonoxynol/nonyl Nonoxynol-49
MEDIUM
Potential safety issues, vaginal use · EWG / distributor (web) ↗
-
Nonyl Nonoxynol-8 Phosphate
MEDIUM
Potential safety issues, similar to Nonoxynol-9 · EWG (web) ↗
-
Nonylphenol
HIGH
endocrine disruption · EWG Skin Deep ↗
-
Nonylphenol Ethoxylate
HIGH
endocrine disruption · EWG Skin Deep ↗
-
O-Cresol
HIGH
Known carcinogen by NTP · NTP (web) ↗
-
O-Phenylphenol
MEDIUM
Preservative with health effects · EWG (web) ↗
-
O-Tolualdehyde
MEDIUM
EU restricted, potential sensitizer · EU / EWG (web) ↗
-
Oatamidopropyl Betaine
MEDIUM
Moderate hazard score 5/10 · EWG (web) ↗
-
Oatamidopropyl Dimethylamine
MEDIUM
Potential dermal sensitizer · CIR (web) ↗
-
Ocimene
MEDIUM
EU restricted, strong sensitizer · EWG / EU (web) ↗
-
Ocimum Basilicum Herb Extract
HIGH
CMR hazard, H341, H351 · EWG / EU (web) ↗
-
Ocimum Basilicum Leaf Powder
MEDIUM
Hazard score 6/10 · EWG (web) ↗
-
Octadecenyl-Ammonium Fluoride
MEDIUM
EU restricted, moderate safety rating · EU CosIng (web) ↗
-
Octahydro-Tetramethyl-1-Naphthalenol
MEDIUM
EU restricted fragrance ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Octahydro-Trimethyl-Naphthoxiren-7-Ol
LOW
Fragrance allergen, use with caution · EWG (web) ↗
-
Octinoxate
MEDIUM
endocrine disruption potential · EWG Skin Deep ↗
-
Octisalate
LOW
potential allergen · EWG Skin Deep ↗
-
Octoxynol-1
MEDIUM
Irritation potential in mucous membranes · CIR Expert Panel (web) ↗
-
Octoxynol-33
MEDIUM
Irritation potential, reopened safety assessment · EWG / CIR Panel (web) ↗
-
Octoxynol-9
MEDIUM
Irritant potential, use in baby products · EWG / CIR (web) ↗
-
Octylisothiazolinone
MEDIUM
Isothiazolinone preservative, strong sensitizer · EWG / Million Marker (web) ↗
-
Oleamide Dea
MEDIUM
Potential irritant; safety assessment ongoing · EWG / CIR (web) ↗
-
Oleamidopropyl Betaine
MEDIUM
Moderate hazard score 5/10 · EWG (web) ↗
-
Oleth-7
MEDIUM
US restricted, EU permitted · EWG / EU (web) ↗
-
Olivamide Dea
MEDIUM
EU restricted ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Olivamidopropyl Betaine
MEDIUM
Moderate hazard score 5/10 · EWG (web) ↗
-
Olive Oil Peg-10 Esters
MEDIUM
Respiratory concerns if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Olive Oil Peg-6 Esters
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Olive Oil Peg-7 Esters
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Olive Oil Peg/ppg-3/1 Esters
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Opopanax Chironium Resin Extract
MEDIUM
Restricted use in EWG VERIFIED products · EWG (web) ↗
-
Orbignya Oleifera Seed Oil Peg-8 Esters
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Origanum Vulgare Leaf Oil
MEDIUM
Potential sensitizer; hazard data available · EWG (web) ↗
-
Oryza Sativa Bran Wax
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern in inhalable forms · EWG (web) ↗
-
Oxalic Acid
HIGH
Oxidizer, dust explosion hazard, toxic · EWG / NFPA (web) ↗
-
Oxybenzone
HIGH
endocrine disruption · EWG Skin Deep ↗
-
Oxyquinoline
MEDIUM
Restricted in EU cosmetics · EU Hotlist (web) ↗
-
Ozone
HIGH
GHS signal word DANGER · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
P-Aminophenol Sulfate
MEDIUM
Potential sensitizer, limited safety data · EWG (web) ↗
-
P-Chlorophenol
HIGH
EU prohibited, antimicrobial industrial · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
P-Cresol
HIGH
Potential hazard from EWG rating · EWG (web) ↗
-
P-Cresyl Benzoate
LOW
Allergen in fragrance-sensitive individuals · EWG / Cosmetic Ingredient Safety (web) ↗
-
P-Methylhydrocinnamic Aldehyde
MEDIUM
EU restricted, expert panel recommends not to use · EU SCCS / Expert Panel for Fragrance Safety (web) ↗
-
P-Phenylenediamine Sulfate
MEDIUM
Restricted use, higher score if unsafe · EWG (web) ↗
-
P-Tert-Butyl-Alpha-Methylhydrocinnamal /methylanthranilate Schiff Base
MEDIUM
Fragrance allergen, potential sensitizer · EWG (web) ↗
-
Palm Kernelamide Dea
HIGH
Potential carcinogenic nitrosamine formation · EWG (web) ↗
-
Palmitamidopropyl Diethylamine
MEDIUM
Hazard score 5/10 · EWG (web) ↗
-
Palmitamidopropyl Dimethylamine
MEDIUM
Hazard score 5/10, moderate concern · EWG (web) ↗
-
Palmitamidopropyl Dimethylamine Lactate
MEDIUM
Hazard score 5/10 · EWG (web) ↗
-
Palmitamidopropyl Dimethylamine Propionate
MEDIUM
Hazard score 5/10 · EWG (web) ↗
-
Papaver Radicatum Callus Extract
MEDIUM
Limited safety data; requires testing · EU / CPSR (web) ↗
-
Parabens
HIGH
endocrine disruption · EWG Skin Deep ↗
-
Paraffinum Liquidum Mineral Oil
MEDIUM
Controversial, potential impurities · EWG (web) ↗
-
Parfum
MEDIUM
undisclosed chemicals, potential allergens · EWG Skin Deep ↗
-
Paullinia Cupana Fruit Powder
MEDIUM
EU restricted ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Peanut Oil Peg-6 Esters
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern in inhalable forms · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg
LOW
contamination concern (1,4-dioxane) · EWG Skin Deep ↗
-
Peg-10
MEDIUM
Penetration enhancer, potential hypersensitivity · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-10 Castor Oil
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-10 Glyceryl Isostearate
MEDIUM
Respiratory concerns if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-10 Glyceryl Oleate
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-10 Hydrogenated Castor Oil Isostearate
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-10 Isolauryl Thioether
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-10 Laurate
MEDIUM
Moderate hazard score 3/10 · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-10 Methyl Ether Dimethicone
HIGH
Potential carcinogen via PEG contamination · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-10 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone/bis-Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-10 Polyglyceryl-2 Laurate
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern in inhalable forms · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-10 Rapeseed Sterol
MEDIUM
Respiratory concerns if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-10 Sorbitan Laurate
MEDIUM
Moderate hazard, respiratory concern if inhaled · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-10 Soy Sterol
MEDIUM
Insufficient safety data · CIR Expert Panel (web) ↗
-
Peg-10 Tallow Aminopropylamine
MEDIUM
Respiratory concerns if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-10/lauryl Dimethicone Crosspolymer
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-100/ipdi Copolymer
MEDIUM
Respiratory concerns in inhalable forms · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-105 Behenyl Propylenediamine
MEDIUM
Respiratory concerns if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-11 Avocado Glycerides
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-11 Cocoa Butter Glycerides
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-11 Methyl Ether Dimethicone
MEDIUM
Respiratory concerns if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-12 Dilaurate
HIGH
Potential carcinogen via contaminants · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-12 Dimethicone/ppg-20 Crosspolymer
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-12 Ditallate
HIGH
Potential carcinogen via PEG contaminants · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-12 Glyceryl Dimyristate
MEDIUM
Respiratory concerns if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-12 Glyceryl Distearate
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-12 Glyceryl Laurate
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-120 Glyceryl Stearate
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-120 Methyl Glucose Trioleate
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern in inhalable forms · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-13 Diphenylol Propane
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-13 Mink Glycerides
MEDIUM
Respiratory concerns if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-13 Sunflower Glycerides
LOW
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-130 Glyceryl Tallowate
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern in inhalable forms · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-135
MEDIUM
Penetration enhancer, potential allergen · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-14 Avocado Glycerides
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-14 Dimethicone
MEDIUM
Penetration enhancer, potential allergen · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-14 Stearate
MEDIUM
Penetration enhancer, potential allergen · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-140 Glyceryl Tristearate
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-15 Cocamine Oleate/phosphate
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-15 Cocomonium Methosulfate
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-15 Dedm Hydantoin Stearate
MEDIUM
EU restricted, formaldehyde donor, respiratory concern · EU / EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-15 Glyceryl Isostearate
MEDIUM
Respiratory concerns if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-15 Glyceryl Oleate
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-15 Glyceryl Ricinoleate
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-15 Glyceryl Triisostearate
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-15 Glyceryl Trioleate
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern in inhalable forms · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-15 Glyceryl Tristearate
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-15 Hydrogenated Castor Oil Isostearate
MEDIUM
Higher score in certain product forms · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-15 Hydrogenated Castor Oil Triisostearate
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-15 Jojoba Acid
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-15 Oleammonium Chloride
MEDIUM
Respiratory concerns if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-15 Pentaerythrityl Tetra(Laureth-6 Carboxylate)
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-15 Stearamine
HIGH
Associated with carcinogens ethylene oxide and 1,4-dioxane · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-15 Stearate
HIGH
Potential carcinogen via contaminants · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-15 Tallow Polyamine
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern in inhalable forms · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-15 Trimethylolpropane Triacrylate
MEDIUM
Potential sensitizer, EU restricted · EWG / EU SCCS (web) ↗
-
Peg-15/lauryl Dimethicone Crosspolymer
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-15/lauryl Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern in inhalable forms · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-150 Dilaurate
HIGH
Potential carcinogen due to PEG · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-150 Lanolin
HIGH
Potential carcinogen (ethylene oxide, 1,4-dioxane) · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-150 Pentaerythrityl Tetrastearate
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-150/decyl Alcohol/smdi Copolymer
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern in inhalable forms · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-16 Castor Oil
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-16 Dilaurate
HIGH
Potential carcinogen via contaminants · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-16 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-16 Soy Sterol
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-160 Sorbitan Triisostearate
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-160m
HIGH
Associated with carcinogens ethylene oxide and 1,4-dioxane · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-17 Dimethicone
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern in inhalable forms · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-18 Castor Oil Dioleate
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-18 Glyceryl Oleate/cocoate
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-180/octoxynol-40/tmmg Copolymer
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern in inhalable forms · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-192 Apricot Kernel Glycerides
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-2 Castor Oil
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern in inhalable forms · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-2 Cocamine
MEDIUM
Insufficient data for safety · CIR Expert Panel (web) ↗
-
Peg-2 Coco-Benzonium Chloride
MEDIUM
Respiratory concerns if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-2 Cocomonium Chloride
MEDIUM
Respiratory concerns if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-2 Dilaurate
HIGH
Associated with carcinogens ethylene oxide and 1,4-dioxane · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-2 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-2 Hydrogenated Tallow Amine
MEDIUM
Respiratory concerns if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-2 Lauramine
HIGH
Potential carcinogen via contaminants · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-2 Oleamine
MEDIUM
Potential skin/eye irritation, 1,4-dioxane residuals · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-2 Oleamine Hydrofluoride
MEDIUM
Potential irritation and residual contaminants · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-2 Oleammonium Chloride
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-2 Phenyl Ether
HIGH
Potential carcinogen from PEG contaminants · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-2 Sorbitan Isostearate
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern in inhalable forms · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-2 Sorbitan Trioleate
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-2 Soyamine
MEDIUM
Moderate hazard, surfactant · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-2 Stearamide Carboxylic Acid
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-2 Stearate Se
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-2 Stearmonium Chloride
MEDIUM
Respiratory concerns in inhalable forms · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-2 Tallow Amine
MEDIUM
Hazard score 3/10, potential sensitizer · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-20 Castor Oil
MEDIUM
Moderate hazard, respiratory concern in sprays · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-20 Cocamide Mea
MEDIUM
Respiratory concerns if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-20 Corn Glycerides
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-20 Glyceryl Isostearate
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-20 Glyceryl Tristearate
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-20 Hydrogenated Castor Oil Pca Isostearate
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-20 Hydrogenated Castor Oil Triisostearate
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-20 Hydrogenated Palm Glycerides
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-20 Mannitan Laurate
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern in inhalable forms · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-20 Methyl Glucose Distearate
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-20 Methyl Glucose Sesquilaurate
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-20 Methyl Glucose Sesquistearate
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-20 Oleate
MEDIUM
Potential contamination with carcinogens · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-20 Sorbitan Cocoate
MEDIUM
Moderate hazard, respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-20 Sorbitan Isostearate
MEDIUM
Respiratory concerns in inhalable forms · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-20 Soy Sterol
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern in inhalable forms · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-20 Tsubakiate Glycerides
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-200 Glyceryl Tallowate
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern in inhalable forms · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-200 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-200 Hydrogenated Glyceryl Palmate
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-22/dodecyl Glycol Copolymer
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-23 Glyceryl Laurate
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-24 Hydrogenated Lanolin
MEDIUM
Respiratory concerns if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-240/hdi Copolymer Bis-Decyltetradeceth-20 Ether
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-25 Diethylmonium Chloride
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern in inhalable forms · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-25 Glyceryl Isostearate
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-25 Glyceryl Oleate
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-25 Moringa Glycerides
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-25 Paba
MEDIUM
EU restricted, moderate hazard · EWG / EU (web) ↗
-
Peg-25 Soy Sterol
MEDIUM
Insufficient safety data · CIR Expert Panel (web) ↗
-
Peg-250 Distearate
HIGH
Potential carcinogen via contaminants · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-26 Jojoba Alcohol
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern in inhalable forms · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-28 Glyceryl Tallowate
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern in inhalable forms · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-29 Castor Oil
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern in inhalable forms · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-3 Cocamide Dea
MEDIUM
Respiratory concerns if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-3 Cocamine
HIGH
Insufficient data for safety · CIR Expert Panel (web) ↗
-
Peg-3 Diethylenetriamine Dipalmamide
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern in inhalable forms · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-3 Dimethicone
HIGH
Potential carcinogen via 1,4-dioxane · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-3 Dioleoylamidoethylmonium Methosulfate
MEDIUM
Respiratory concerns in inhalable forms · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-3 Disoyoylamidoethylmonium Methosulfate
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-3 Glyceryl Cocoate
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-3 Glyceryl Isostearate
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-3 Glyceryl Triisostearate
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-3 Methyl Ether
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern in inhalable forms · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-3 Ppg-20 Succinate
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-3 Rapeseed Aminopropylamine
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-3 Sorbitan Oleate
MEDIUM
Moderate hazard, potential sensitizer · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-3 Sorbitan Stearate
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-3 Tallow Propylenedimonium Dimethosulfate
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-3 Trimethylolpropane Triisostearate
MEDIUM
Respiratory concerns in inhalable forms · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-30 Castor Oil
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern in inhalable forms · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-30 Glyceryl Isostearate
MEDIUM
Respiratory concerns if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-30 Glyceryl Laurate
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-30 Glyceryl Oleate
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-30 Hydrogenated Castor Oil Isostearate
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-30 Hydrogenated Castor Oil Laurate
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-30 Hydrogenated Castor Oil Pca Isostearate
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-30 Hydrogenated Castor Oil Triisostearate
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-30 Sorbitan Tetraoleate
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-30 Soy Sterol
MEDIUM
Insufficient safety data · CIR Expert Panel (web) ↗
-
Peg-30 Stearate
HIGH
Potential carcinogen via contaminants · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-32 Dilaurate
HIGH
Associated with carcinogens ethylene oxide and 1,4-dioxane · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-33 Castor Oil
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern in inhalable forms · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-35 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
MEDIUM
Potential 1,4-dioxane contamination · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-36 Castor Oil
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern in inhalable forms · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-4
HIGH
Potential carcinogen due to contaminants · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-4 Cocamine
MEDIUM
Insufficient data for safety · CIR Expert Panel (web) ↗
-
Peg-4 Dilaurate
HIGH
Associated with carcinogens ethylene oxide and 1,4-dioxane · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-4 Dioleate
HIGH
Potential carcinogen contamination · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-4 Methyl Ether
HIGH
Potential carcinogen via contaminants · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-4 Olivate
HIGH
Potential carcinogen (ethylene oxide, 1,4-dioxane) · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-4 Peg-12 Dimethicone
HIGH
Potential carcinogen due to 1,4-dioxane · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-4 Proline Linolenate
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern in inhalable forms · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-4 Sorbitan Triisostearate
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-4 Tallate
HIGH
Potential carcinogen due to PEG contaminants · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-4 Trimethylolpropane Distearate
MEDIUM
Respiratory concerns in inhalable forms · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-4-Ppg-7 C13/c15 Alcohol
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-40 Glyceryl Isostearate
MEDIUM
Respiratory concerns if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-40 Glyceryl Triisostearate
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil Laurate
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil Triisostearate
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-40 Hydrogenated Lanolin
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-40 Sorbitan Diisostearate
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-40 Sorbitan Lanolate
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-40 Sorbitan Oleate
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-40 Sorbitan Perisostearate
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-40 Soy Sterol
MEDIUM
Insufficient data for safety · CIR Expert Panel (web) ↗
-
Peg-400
MEDIUM
Penetration enhancer, potential allergen · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-42 Babassu Glycerides
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-44 Castor Oil
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern in inhalable forms · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-45 Palm Kernel Glycerides
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern in inhalable forms · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-45 Stearate
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-45/dodecyl Glycol Copolymer
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern in inhalable forms · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-450
MEDIUM
Penetration enhancer, potential allergen · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-5 Cocamine
MEDIUM
Insufficient data for safety · CIR (web) ↗
-
Peg-5 Dedm Hydantoin Oleate
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-5 Ditridecylmonium Chloride
MEDIUM
Potential ocular and mucosal irritancy · EWG / CPSR (web) ↗
-
Peg-5 Glyceryl Sesquioleate
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-5 Glyceryl Triisostearate
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-5 Hydrogenated Castor Oil Isostearate
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-5 Hydrogenated Castor Oil Triisostearate
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-5 Hydrogenated Corn Glycerides
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-5 Oleamide Dioleate
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-5 Oleammonium Methosulfate
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-5 Pentaerythrityl Ether
MEDIUM
Respiratory concerns if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-5 Sorbitan Isostearate
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-5 Soy Sterol
MEDIUM
Insufficient safety data · CIR Expert Panel (web) ↗
-
Peg-5 Stearyl Ammonium Chloride
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-5 Stearyl Ammonium Lactate
MEDIUM
Respiratory concerns if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-5 Tall Oil Sterol
MEDIUM
Respiratory concerns in inhalable forms · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-5 Tallow Benzonium Chloride
MEDIUM
Respiratory concerns if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-5 Tricetyl Citrate
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern in inhalable forms · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-5 Trilauryl Citrate
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-5 Tsubakiate Glycerides
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-50 Glyceryl Isostearate
MEDIUM
Respiratory concerns if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-50 Glyceryl Triisostearate
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-50 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-50 Hydrogenated Castor Oil Isostearate
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-50 Hydrogenated Castor Oil Laurate
MEDIUM
Restricted in EWG VERIFIED; respiratory concern · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-50 Hydrogenated Castor Oil Succinate
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-50 Hydrogenated Castor Oil Triisostearate
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-50 Hydrogenated Palmamide
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-50 Stearamine
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-50 Tallow Amide
MEDIUM
Respiratory concerns if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-54 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-55 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-58 Hydrogenated Castor Oil Isostearate
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-6 Almond Glycerides
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-6 Butylene Glycol Laurate
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern in inhalable forms · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-6 Cocamide Phosphate
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern in inhalable forms · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-6 Dilaurate
HIGH
Associated with carcinogens ethylene oxide and 1,4-dioxane · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-6 Glyceryl Isostearate
MEDIUM
Respiratory concerns if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-6 Hydrogenated Palm/palm Kernel Glyceride
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-6 Hydrogenated Palmamide
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-6 Isolauryl Thioether
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-6 Methicone Acetate
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-6 Methyl Ether
MEDIUM
Respiratory concerns in inhalable forms · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-6 Methyl Ether Dimethicone
MEDIUM
Respiratory concerns if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-6 Propylene Glycol Caprylate/caprate
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-6 Sorbitan Oleate
MEDIUM
Moderate hazard score 3/10 · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-6 Sorbitan Stearate
MEDIUM
Moderate hazard, respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-60 Evening Primrose Glycerides
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-60 Glyceryl Stearate
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-60 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
LOW
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-60 Hydrogenated Castor Oil Laurate
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-60 Hydrogenated Castor Oil Pca Isostearate
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-60 Hydrogenated Castor Oil Triisostearate
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-60 Sorbitan Stearate
MEDIUM
Moderate hazard, respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-60 Sorbitan Tetraoleate
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-60 Sorbitan Tetrastearate
MEDIUM
Moderate hazard, respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-65 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-7 Caprylic/capric Glycerides
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-7 Dimethicone
MEDIUM
Potential contamination with 1,4-dioxane · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-7 Glyceryl Soyate
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-7 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-7 Lanolate
MEDIUM
Potential pesticide and 1,4-Dioxane residues · EWG / EU (web) ↗
-
Peg-7 Methyl Ether Dimethicone
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-7 Ricinoleamide
MEDIUM
EU restricted; nitrosamine risk · EWG / EU (web) ↗
-
Peg-7 Sunflower Glycerides
MEDIUM
Potential 1,4-dioxane and ethylene oxide residues · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-7/ppg-2 Pentaerythrityl Tetraacrylate
MEDIUM
Skin/eye irritant, sensitization risk · EU (web) ↗
-
Peg-70 Hydrogenated Lanolin
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-75 Cocoa Butter Glycerides
MEDIUM
Potential penetration enhancer, residues concern · EWG, Expert Panel (web) ↗
-
Peg-75 Dilaurate
HIGH
Associated with carcinogens ethylene oxide and 1,4-dioxane · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-75 Lanolin Wax
MEDIUM
Potential 1,4-dioxane impurity; lanolin cross-reactivity · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-75 Meadowfoam Oil
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern in inhalable forms · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-75 Sorbitan Lanolate
MEDIUM
Respiratory concerns if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-78 Glyceryl Cocoate
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-8
MEDIUM
Potential penetration enhancer, impurity concerns · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-8 Caprylate/caprate
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-8 Castor Oil
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern in inhalable forms · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-8 Cetyl Dimethicone
MEDIUM
Respiratory concerns if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-8 Di/triricinoleate
MEDIUM
Lacks direct tox data; moderate rating · EWG / EU (web) ↗
-
Peg-8 Dilaurate
MEDIUM
Potential carcinogenic impurities · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-8 Glyceryl Laurate
MEDIUM
1,4-dioxane contamination potential · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-8 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-8 Isolauryl Thioether
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-8 Laurate
HIGH
1,4-dioxane contamination, organ toxicity · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-8 Methyl Ether Triethoxysilane
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-8 Pg-Coco-Glucoside Dimethicone
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-8 Ppg-8 Dimethicone
HIGH
Potential carcinogen via 1,4-dioxane · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-8 Sesquilaurate
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-8/smdi Copolymer
MEDIUM
SMDI monomer sensitization potential · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-80 Glyceryl Cocoate
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-80 Methyl Glucose Laurate
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-80 Sorbitan Laurate
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern in inhalable forms · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-80 Sorbitan Palmitate
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-80 Stearate
HIGH
Associated with carcinogens ethylene oxide and 1,4-dioxane · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-800/polyvinyl Alcohol Copolymer
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-82 Glyceryl Tallowate
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern in inhalable forms · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-9 Butylene Glycol Laurate
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern in inhalable forms · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-9 Castor Oil
MEDIUM
1,4-dioxane and ethylene oxide residues · EWG / EU SCCS (web) ↗
-
Peg-9 Diethylmonium Chloride
MEDIUM
Respiratory concerns in inhalable forms · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-9 Laurate
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern in inhalable forms · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-90 Glyceryl Isostearate
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg-90m
MEDIUM
Penetration enhancer, potential allergen · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg/ppg-1/25 Diethylmonium Chloride
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg/ppg-10/2 Diricinoleate
MEDIUM
Residual 1,4-dioxane and ethylene oxide · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg/ppg-10/2 Ricinoleate
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg/ppg-10/30 Copolymer
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern in inhalable forms · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg/ppg-10/65 Copolymer
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg/ppg-10/70 Copolymer
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern in inhalable forms · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg/ppg-100/70 Tocopheryl Ether
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg/ppg-116/66 Copolymer
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg/ppg-12/16 Dimethicone
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg/ppg-12/18 Dimethicone
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg/ppg-12/35 Copolymer
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern in inhalable forms · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg/ppg-14/7 Dimethyl Ether
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg/ppg-15/15 Acetate
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg/ppg-15/15 Dimethicone
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg/ppg-150/30 Copolymer
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern in inhalable forms · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg/ppg-150/35 Copolymer
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern in inhalable forms · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg/ppg-16/17 Copolymer
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern in inhalable forms · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg/ppg-16/2 Dimethicone
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg/ppg-16/8 Dimethicone
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg/ppg-160/30 Copolymer
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg/ppg-160/31 Copolymer
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern in inhalable forms · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg/ppg-17/18 Dimethicone
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg/ppg-17/4 Dimethyl Ether
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg/ppg-18/6 Dimethicone
MEDIUM
Potential contamination with 1,4-dioxane · CIR (web) ↗
-
Peg/ppg-19/21 Copolymer
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern in inhalable forms · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg/ppg-2/5 Tocopheryl Ether
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg/ppg-20/20 Copolymer
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern in inhalable forms · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg/ppg-20/20 Dimethicone
MEDIUM
Respiratory concerns if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg/ppg-20/22 Butyl Ether Dimethicone
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern in inhalable forms · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg/ppg-20/22 Methyl Ether Dimethicone
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg/ppg-20/6 Dimethicone
MEDIUM
Respiratory concerns if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg/ppg-20/60 Copolymer
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern in inhalable forms · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg/ppg-22/22 Butyl Ether Dimethicone
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg/ppg-22/24 Dimethicone
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg/ppg-22/25 Copolymer
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern in inhalable forms · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg/ppg-22/40 Dimethyl Ether
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable; 1,4-dioxane residuals · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg/ppg-23/17 Copolymer
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern in inhalable forms · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg/ppg-23/23 Butyl Ether Dimethicone
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg/ppg-23/50 Copolymer
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern in inhalable forms · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg/ppg-24/18 Butyl Ether Dimethicone
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg/ppg-25/25 Dimethicone
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg/ppg-25/30 Copolymer
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern in inhalable forms · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg/ppg-26/31 Copolymer
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern in inhalable forms · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg/ppg-27/27 Dimethicone
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg/ppg-27/9 Butyl Ether Dimethicone
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg/ppg-28/21 Acetate Dimethicone
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg/ppg-3/10 Dimethicone
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg/ppg-3/17 Copolymer
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg/ppg-3/6 Dimethyl Ether
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg/ppg-30/10 Dimethicone
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg/ppg-30/160 Copolymer
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern in inhalable forms · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg/ppg-30/33 Copolymer
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern in inhalable forms · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg/ppg-30/35 Copolymer
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern in inhalable forms · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg/ppg-300/55 Copolymer
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern in inhalable forms · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg/ppg-32/3 Diricinoleate
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg/ppg-32/3 Ricinoleate
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg/ppg-35/40 Dimethyl Ether
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg/ppg-35/9 Copolymer
MEDIUM
Respiratory concerns in inhalable forms · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg/ppg-36/41 Dimethyl Ether
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg/ppg-38/8 Copolymer
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg/ppg-4/12 Dimethicone
MEDIUM
Respiratory concerns if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg/ppg-4/2 Copolymer
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern in inhalable forms · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg/ppg-4/2 Propylheptyl Ether
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg/ppg-5/10 Tocopheryl Ether
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg/ppg-5/20 Tocopheryl Ether
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg/ppg-5/3 Trisiloxane
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg/ppg-5/30 Copolymer
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern in inhalable forms · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg/ppg-5/30 Tocopheryl Ether
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg/ppg-50/20 Tocopheryl Ether
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg/ppg-50/40 Copolymer
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern in inhalable forms · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg/ppg-50/40 Dimethyl Ether
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg/ppg-55/28 Dimethyl Ether
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg/ppg-6/11 Dimethicone
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg/ppg-6/2 Copolymer
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern in inhalable forms · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg/ppg-7/50 Copolymer
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern in inhalable forms · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg/ppg-70/30 Tocopheryl Ether
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg/ppg-8/14 Dimethicone
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg/ppg-8/26 Dimethicone
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg/ppg-8/3 Diisostearate
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg/ppg-8/3 Laurate
MEDIUM
1,4-dioxane contamination potential · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg/ppg-8/55 Copolymer
HIGH
Potential carcinogen via PEG contaminants · EWG (web) ↗
-
Peg/ppg-9/2 Dimethyl Ether
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Pei-14 Peg-10/ppg-7 Copolymer
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Pei-1400
HIGH
EU prohibited, potential toxicity · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Pei-275
MEDIUM
EU restricted ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Pelargonium Crispum Leaf Extract
MEDIUM
EU restricted ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Pelargonium Crispum Leaf Oil
MEDIUM
EU restricted, potential sensitizer · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Pelargonium Crispum Stem Extract
MEDIUM
EU restricted; contains allergens · EU (web) ↗
-
Pelargonium Graveolens Flower Oil
MEDIUM
EU restricted, max 40% · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Pelargonium Graveolens Leaf Extract
MEDIUM
EU restricted ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Pelargonium Graveolens Stem Leaf Oil
MEDIUM
EU restricted, fragrance allergen · EWG / EU (web) ↗
-
Pelargonium Roseum Stem Extract
MEDIUM
EU restricted; fragrance allergen · EU (web) ↗
-
Pelargonium Roseum Stem Oil
MEDIUM
EU restricted, potential sensitizer · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Pellis Lipida
MEDIUM
Animal origin; BSE/TSE risk · EU regulations (web) ↗
-
Peltophorum Dasyrhachis Bark Extract
MEDIUM
Cross-sensitization risk for legume-allergic individuals · EU SCCS (web) ↗
-
Peltophorum Dasyrhachis Bark Powder
MEDIUM
Cross-sensitization risk for legume-allergic individuals · EU (web) ↗
-
Pentaclethramidopropyl Dimethylamine
MEDIUM
EU restricted ingredient · EU CosIng (web) ↗
-
Pentadoxynol-200
MEDIUM
Endocrine disruption concern; 1,4-dioxane risk · EWG / EU (web) ↗
-
Pentaerythrityl Tetraacrylate
HIGH
Handle with particular care; potential hazard · Safety data sheet (web) ↗
-
Pentaerythrityl Triacrylate
HIGH
Combustible, explosive, hazardous gases · EWG (web) ↗
-
Pentafluoropropane
HIGH
PFAS, potential health hazard · EWG (web) ↗
-
Pentanone
MEDIUM
Solvent, denaturant, EU restricted · EWG (web) ↗
-
Pentasodium Pentetate
HIGH
EU prohibited · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Pentylphenyl Methoxybenzoate
MEDIUM
EU restricted cosmetic ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Perfluoroheptane
MEDIUM
Moderate safety rating · EWG (web) ↗
-
Perfluorononyl Dimethicone
HIGH
PFAS, potential health hazard · EWG (web) ↗
-
Perfluorononylethyl Carboxy Peg-7 Dimethicone Phosphate
HIGH
Poor safety rating · EWG (web) ↗
-
Perfluorooctylethyl Triethoxysilane
MEDIUM
Flagged by ECHA as non-compliant · ECHA (web) ↗
-
Perfluoroperhydrophenanthrene
HIGH
PFAS prohibited in cosmetics · Ministry of Food and Drug Safety, Republic of Korea (web) ↗
-
Perfluoropropane
HIGH
PFAS linked to cancer, advised to avoid · EWG (web) ↗
-
Periandra Dulcis Root Extract
MEDIUM
Data-poor; saponin may cause irritation · EWG (web) ↗
-
Persicaria Blumei Extract
MEDIUM
Potential pro-oxidant; requires toxicological data · CosIng (web) ↗
-
Persicaria Thunbergii Extract
MEDIUM
Moderate safety rating · EWG (web) ↗
-
Petasites Hybridus Leaf Extract
HIGH
Contains hepatotoxic, genotoxic, carcinogenic pyrrolizidine alkaloids · EMA HMPC (web) ↗
-
Petasites Japonicus Powder
MEDIUM
Skin conditioning, EU permitted, avoid contact · EWG / EU (web) ↗
-
Petasites Vulgaris Leaf Extract
MEDIUM
Asteraceae sensitization risk; PA toxicity · EWG / EU (web) ↗
-
Petroleum
MEDIUM
contamination concern (PAHs) · EWG Skin Deep ↗
-
Pfaffia Glomerata Root Juice
MEDIUM
Hormonal activity, limited safety data · EWG (web) ↗
-
Pg-Hydroxyethylcellulose Lauryldimonium Chloride
MEDIUM
Potential mucous membrane irritant · EWG (web) ↗
-
Phaseolus Vulgaris Phytoplacenta Conditioned Media
MEDIUM
Insufficient safety data, data-gap risk · CIR (web) ↗
-
Phellinus Linteus Ferment Filtrate
MEDIUM
No toxicological dossier; moderate safety rating · EU (web) ↗
-
Phellodendron Chinense Bark Extract
LOW
Mild irritant, comedogenic, staining · EWG / EU (web) ↗
-
Phenacetin
HIGH
CMR, banned in EU · EWG (web) ↗
-
Phenethyl Phenoxy Methyldihydropyrroloquinoline Hcl
MEDIUM
EU restricted preservative · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Phenoxyethanol
MEDIUM
skin/eye irritant; EU restricts to 1%, not advised leave-on for infants · EU SCCS + EWG Skin Deep ↗
-
Phenoxyisopropanol
MEDIUM
EU restricted, max 1% · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Phenyl Mercuric Acetate
HIGH
Mercury compound, absorbed through skin · EWG / EU SCCS (web) ↗
-
Phenyl Mercuric Benzoate
HIGH
Mercury compound, restricted/prohibited · EU SCCS (web) ↗
-
Phenyl Mercuric Bromide
HIGH
Mercury compound, neurotoxic, banned · EWG / EU (web) ↗
-
Phenyl Methyl Pyrazolone
MEDIUM
EU restricted, oxidative hair dye intermediate · EU SCCS (web) ↗
-
Phenylacetaldehyde
MEDIUM
Skin sensitization potential · EWG / Expert Panel for Cosmetic Ingredient Safety (web) ↗
-
Phenylmethylsulfonyl Fluoride
HIGH
Danger signal word, toxic if swallowed · EU (web) ↗
-
Phenylthioglycolic Acid
MEDIUM
EU restricted, max 5% · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Phormidium Elemis Lysate Filtrate
HIGH
Cyanotoxin contamination risk · EWG (web) ↗
-
Phosphates
LOW
environmental concern (algae bloom) · EPA ↗
-
Phthalates
HIGH
endocrine disruption · EWG Skin Deep ↗
-
Phthalic Anhydride
MEDIUM
Strong sensitizer, respiratory hazard · EWG / SDS (web) ↗
-
Phyllostachys Edulis Stem Powder
MEDIUM
Inhalation toxicity if respirable · EU (web) ↗
-
Picolinamide
MEDIUM
Hazardous components; avoid skin/eye contact · EU Risk And Safety phrases (web) ↗
-
Picrasma Quassioides Fruit Extract
MEDIUM
Cytotoxic quassinoids; limited safety data · EWG / CPSR (web) ↗
-
Pimenta Acris Fruit Extract
MEDIUM
EU restricted, max 0.001% · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Pimenta Dioica Fruit Extract
MEDIUM
EU restricted ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Pimenta Officinalis Leaf Oil
MEDIUM
EU restricted, max 0.0002% · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Pimenta Racemosa Fruit Leaf Extract
MEDIUM
Respiratory concerns if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Pimenta Racemosa Leaf/fruit Oil
MEDIUM
Mutagenic, acute toxicity, aquatic hazard · EU CLP (web) ↗
-
Pinellia Ternata Root Extract
MEDIUM
Contains calcium oxalate raphides and alkaloids · CPSR (web) ↗
-
Pinus Cembra Twig Leaf Extract
MEDIUM
EU restricted; allergen labeling required · EWG / EU (web) ↗
-
Pinus Lauricio Branch/leaf Oil
MEDIUM
EU restricted, fragrance allergen · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Pinus Lauricio Leaf Oil
MEDIUM
EU restricted fragrance ingredient · EU CosIng (web) ↗
-
Pinus Mugo Leaf Oil
LOW
Fragrance allergen, mild irritant · EWG / EU SCCS (web) ↗
-
Pinus Mugo Twig Oil
MEDIUM
EU restricted, potential sensitizer · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Pinus Nigra Bud/needle Extract
MEDIUM
EU restricted ingredient · EU CosIng (web) ↗
-
Pinus Nigra Twig Leaf Extract
MEDIUM
EU restricted, sensitization risk · EU (web) ↗
-
Pinus Nigra Twig Leaf Oil
MEDIUM
EU restricted, mandatory labeling · EU SCCS (web) ↗
-
Pinus Palustris Oil
MEDIUM
EU restricted, potential sensitizer · EU (web) ↗
-
Pinus Palustris Tar Oil
HIGH
Contains carcinogenic PAHs · EU SCCNFP (web) ↗
-
Pinus Palustris Twig Leaf Oil
MEDIUM
EU restricted, potential sensitizer · EU / EWG (web) ↗
-
Pinus Palustris Wood Tar
MEDIUM
IFRA restricts pine tar derivatives · IFRA (web) ↗
-
Pinus Pinaster Leaf Extract
MEDIUM
EU restricted ingredient · EU (web) ↗
-
Pinus Pinaster Leaf/twig Oil
MEDIUM
EU restricted, potential sensitizer · EU (web) ↗
-
Pinus Pinaster Twig Leaf Extract
MEDIUM
EU restricted ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Pinus Pinaster Twig Leaf Oil
MEDIUM
EU restricted, use restrictions apply · EU SCCS (web) ↗
-
Pinus Pinaster Wood Extract
MEDIUM
EU restricted ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Pinus Pumila Twig Leaf Extract
LOW
Fragrance allergen in sensitive individuals · EWG (web) ↗
-
Pinus Pumila Twig Leaf Oil
MEDIUM
EU restricted, potential allergen · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Pinus Pumilio Bark Extract
MEDIUM
EU restricted, moderate safety rating · EWG / EU (web) ↗
-
Pinus Species Twig Leaf Extract
MEDIUM
EU restricted; allergen labeling required · EU (web) ↗
-
Pinus Species Twig Leaf Oil
MEDIUM
EU restricted, potential allergen · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Pinus Strobus Cone Extract
MEDIUM
Limited toxicological data; may require safety data · EWG (web) ↗
-
Pinus Sylvestris Cone Extract
MEDIUM
Moderate safety, some cautions · EWG (web) ↗
-
Pinus Sylvestris Leaf Extract
MEDIUM
EU restricted, subject to use restrictions · EU SCCS (web) ↗
-
Pinus Sylvestris Twig Leaf Oil
MEDIUM
EU restricted fragrance ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Piper Cubeba Fruit Oil
MEDIUM
Sensitizer, aspiration hazard, aquatic toxicity · EWG / EU (web) ↗
-
Piperidinepropionic Acid
MEDIUM
Avoid on broken or irritated skin · Cosmetic Ingredient Review Expert Panel (web) ↗
-
Piperine
HIGH
Extremely hazardous for water · SDS (web) ↗
-
Piperitone
MEDIUM
Combustible, forms explosive mixtures · chemicalbook (web) ↗
-
Piperonylic Acid
MEDIUM
Moderate safety rating, fragrance allergen · EWG (web) ↗
-
Pisum Sativum Phytoplacenta Conditioned Media
MEDIUM
Novel ingredient with limited safety data · EWG / EU SCCS (web) ↗
-
Pithecellobium Tenue Wood Extract
MEDIUM
Data gap; potential tannins/saponins/alkaloids · EWG (web) ↗
-
Placental Protein
MEDIUM
Moderate hazard score 3/10 · EWG (web) ↗
-
Poa Annua Extract
MEDIUM
Recognized pollen allergen; sensitization risk · EWG (web) ↗
-
Podocarpus Macrophyllus Leaf Extract
MEDIUM
Weak estrogenic activity, cytotoxic potential · EWG / EU CosIng (web) ↗
-
Podophyllum Peltatum Rhizome/root Extract
HIGH
EU prohibited ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Pollen
MEDIUM
Major allergen risk for atopic/hay-fever · EU (web) ↗
-
Poloxamine 1102
MEDIUM
Ethoxylation impurities including 1,4-dioxane · EWG (web) ↗
-
Poly[Oxymethylene Melamine Acrylates/acrylamide]
MEDIUM
Moderate safety rating, inhalable forms · EWG (web) ↗
-
Polyacrylamide
HIGH
Potential carcinogen from acrylamide monomer · EWG (web) ↗
-
Polyacrylamidomethylpropane Sulfonic Acid
MEDIUM
EU restricted ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Polybutylene Glycol-10
MEDIUM
1,4-Dioxane contamination potential · EWG (web) ↗
-
Polydiethyleneglycol Adipate/ipdi Copolymer
MEDIUM
Residual IPDI monomer must be controlled · EWG (web) ↗
-
Polydimethylsiloxy Ppg-13 Butyl Ether Silsesquioxane
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Polyethylene Glycol
LOW
contamination concern (1,4-dioxane) · EWG Skin Deep ↗
-
Polyglyceryl-3 Hydroxylauryl Ether
MEDIUM
Significant data gap, moderate safety · EU (web) ↗
-
Polyglyceryl-4-Peg-2 Cocamide
MEDIUM
PEG contamination and nitrosamine risk · EWG / EU SCCS (web) ↗
-
Polyhydroxystearamidopropyl Dimethylamine
MEDIUM
Moderate hazard, potential irritation, impurities · EWG (web) ↗
-
Polymethyl Methacrylate
MEDIUM
Skin sensitization risk · CIR (web) ↗
-
Polyoxymethylene Glycol Urea
HIGH
High hazard score 8/10 · EWG (web) ↗
-
Polyoxymethylene Melamine
MEDIUM
Moderate hazard score 4/10 · EWG (web) ↗
-
Polyoxymethylene Melamine Urea
MEDIUM
Moderate hazard score 4/10 · EWG (web) ↗
-
Polyoxymethylene Resorcinol
MEDIUM
Restricted; formaldehyde release; thyroid disruption risk · EWG / EU SCCS (web) ↗
-
Polyoxymethylene Urea
HIGH
High hazard score 8/10 · EWG (web) ↗
-
Polyperfluoroisopropyl Ether
HIGH
PFAS, EWG unacceptable, FDA report · EWG, FDA (web) ↗
-
Polyperfluoromethylisopropyl Ether
HIGH
PFAS, potential CMR · EWG (web) ↗
-
Polyquaternium
MEDIUM
Moderate hazard score 5/10 · EWG (web) ↗
-
Polyquaternium-15
MEDIUM
Formaldehyde-releasing allergen, skin toxicant · EWG (web) ↗
-
Polyquaternium-33
MEDIUM
EU restricted · EU (web) ↗
-
Polyquaternium-34
MEDIUM
EU restricted, moderate safety rating · EWG / EU SCCS (web) ↗
-
Polyquaternium-53
MEDIUM
EU restricted due to acrylamide monomer · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Polyquaternium-54
MEDIUM
Moderate safety concern · EWG Skin Deep (web) ↗
-
Polyquaternium-7
MEDIUM
Moderate hazard · EWG (web) ↗
-
Polyquaternium-70
MEDIUM
Moderate Hazard · EWG (web) ↗
-
Polyquaternium-72
MEDIUM
Moderate hazard, score 5/10 · EWG (web) ↗
-
Polyquaternium-94
MEDIUM
Restricted in 14 markets · EWG / EU (web) ↗
-
Polyquaternium-97
MEDIUM
Moderate hazard, residual acrylamide · EWG (web) ↗
-
Polysilicone-27
MEDIUM
Limited safety data, no margin of safety · EWG (web) ↗
-
Polysorbate
LOW
contamination concern (1,4-dioxane) · EWG Skin Deep ↗
-
Polystyrene/hydrogenated Polyisopentene Copolymer
MEDIUM
Microplastics and residual monomer concerns · Expert Verdict (web) ↗
-
Polyurethane-53
MEDIUM
EU restricted ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Polyurethane-62
MEDIUM
EU restricted ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Polyurethane-76
MEDIUM
Moderate hazard rating · EWG (web) ↗
-
Polyurethane-84
HIGH
EU banned ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Polyvinyl Chloride
HIGH
Carcinogen, human carcinogen · EWG / OSHA / ACGIH / NTP / IARC (web) ↗
-
Pomiferin
MEDIUM
Moderate safety rating · EWG (web) ↗
-
Porphyra Umbilicalis Powder
MEDIUM
Potential contamination, hazard score 3/10 · EWG (web) ↗
-
Potassium Butylparaben
HIGH
Paraben toxicity concerns · EWG (web) ↗
-
Potassium Chlorate
HIGH
Oxidizer, toxic, banned in EU · EU SCCS (web) ↗
-
Potassium Cyanate
HIGH
Laboratory chemical, not for personal care · Safety data sheet (web) ↗
-
Potassium Dimethicone Peg-7 Panthenyl Phosphate
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Potassium Dimethicone Peg-7 Phosphate
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Potassium Fluorosilicate
HIGH
Potential toxicity, MSDS indicates hazard · EWG / chemicalbook (web) ↗
-
Potassium Fructoborate
MEDIUM
Banned in some markets · EWG (web) ↗
-
Potassium Glycerophosphate
MEDIUM
EU restricted ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Potassium Laureth-10 Carboxylate
MEDIUM
Potential toxic impurity contamination · EWG (web) ↗
-
Potassium Metabisulfite
HIGH
Causes serious eye damage · EWG / GHS (web) ↗
-
Potassium Methylparaben
MEDIUM
Paraben preservative, potential endocrine disruptor · EWG (web) ↗
-
Potassium Monopersulfate
HIGH
Strong oxidizer, corrosive, irritant · EWG (web) ↗
-
Potassium O-Phenylphenate
MEDIUM
No safe use conclusion drawn · Cosmetic Ingredient Safety panel (web) ↗
-
Potassium Octoxynol-12 Phosphate
MEDIUM
Respiratory concerns if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Potassium Peg-50 Hydrogenated Castor Oil Succinate
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Potassium Phenylbenzimidazole Sulfonate
MEDIUM
Photostability concerns, generates ROS · EU (web) ↗
-
Potassium Salicylate
MEDIUM
Salicylate sensitivity and aspirin cross-reactivity risk · CIR (web) ↗
-
Potassium Trideceth-15 Carboxylate
MEDIUM
Potential 1,4-dioxane and ethylene oxide contamination · EWG / EU (web) ↗
-
Ppg-1-Peg-9 Lauryl Glycol Ether
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Ppg-10 Oleyl Ether
MEDIUM
Respiratory concerns if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Ppg-12-Peg-50 Lanolin
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Ppg-16
HIGH
Associated with carcinogens ethylene oxide and 1,4-dioxane · EWG (web) ↗
-
Ppg-2 C12-13 Pareth-8
MEDIUM
Potential 1,4-dioxane and ethylene oxide residuals · CIR (web) ↗
-
Ppg-2 Isoceteth-20 Acetate
MEDIUM
Potential 1,4-dioxane contamination · EWG (web) ↗
-
Ppg-2-Deceth-10
MEDIUM
EU restricted ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Ppg-2-Peg-11 Hydrogenated Lauryl Alcohol Ether
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Ppg-20-Peg-20 Hydrogenated Lanolin
MEDIUM
Allergen, 1,4-dioxane residuals · EWG (web) ↗
-
Ppg-23-Peg-4 Trimethylolpropane
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Ppg-24-Peg-21 Tallowaminopropylamine
MEDIUM
Respiratory concerns in inhalable forms · EWG (web) ↗
-
Ppg-25 Diethylmonium Chloride
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern in inhalable forms · EWG (web) ↗
-
Ppg-25 Dimethicone
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Ppg-3-Buteth-5
MEDIUM
Restricted use, higher score if unsafe · EWG (web) ↗
-
Ppg-3-Deceth-2 Carboxylic Acid
MEDIUM
Potential contamination from toxic impurities · EWG (web) ↗
-
Ppg-30 Ethylhexeth-4 Phosphate
MEDIUM
pH alteration, residual impurities · EU / EWG (web) ↗
-
Ppg-30 Lanolin Alcohol Ether
MEDIUM
lanolin allergy · snippet 1 (web) ↗
-
Ppg-36 Oleate
MEDIUM
Residual propylene oxide concerns; penetration enhancer · EWG (web) ↗
-
Ppg-4 Laureth-7
MEDIUM
Potential carcinogenic impurities · EWG (web) ↗
-
Ppg-4 Myristyl Ether
MEDIUM
Potential 1,4-dioxane residual; eye irritant · EU / EWG (web) ↗
-
Ppg-40 Diethylmonium Chloride
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern in inhalable forms · EWG (web) ↗
-
Ppg-5 Tocopheryl Ether
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern in inhalable forms · EWG (web) ↗
-
Ppg-6 C9-11 Pareth-5
MEDIUM
Restricted by EWG VERIFIED criteria · EWG (web) ↗
-
Ppg-6-Sorbeth-245
MEDIUM
1,4-dioxane risk from high ethoxylation · EWG (web) ↗
-
Ppg-6-Sorbeth-500
MEDIUM
EU restricted ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Ppg-68-Peg-10 Trimethylolpropane
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Ppg-75-Peg-300 Hexylene Glycol
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Prenol
MEDIUM
GHS warning: skin/eye irritation, harmful if swallowed · EWG / ECHA (web) ↗
-
Propane
MEDIUM
Moderate hazard score 3/10 · EWG (web) ↗
-
Propyl Acetate
LOW
Low hazard, but flammable and may cause drowsiness · EWG (web) ↗
-
Propyl Alcohol
HIGH
GHS signal word DANGER · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Propyl Gallate
MEDIUM
Skin sensitizer, safe limit lowered · CIR (web) ↗
-
Propylene Glycol Behenate
MEDIUM
EU restricted; penetration enhancer caution · EWG / EU (web) ↗
-
Propylene Glycol Linoleate
MEDIUM
Skin irritant at higher levels, enhances absorption · EWG (web) ↗
-
Propylidene Phthalide
MEDIUM
EU restricted, maximum concentration limit · EU (web) ↗
-
Propylparaben
HIGH
endocrine disruption · EWG Skin Deep ↗
-
Prorocentrum Micans Cell Extract
MEDIUM
Potential dinoflagellate toxin contamination · EWG (web) ↗
-
Prunus Amygdalus Amara Kernel Cold Pressed Oil
MEDIUM
Cyanogenic glycosides; fragrance allergen; tree nut allergen · EWG / EU (web) ↗
-
Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Bark Extract
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Fruit Extract
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Leaf Cell Extract
MEDIUM
Novel ingredient; limited long-term safety data · EWG / EU (web) ↗
-
Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Seed
MEDIUM
Respiratory concerns if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Seed Meal
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Seedcake Extract
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Prunus Mume Branch/bud/leaf/twig Water
MEDIUM
Amygdalin possible; batch variability · EWG (web) ↗
-
Prunus Pedunculata Seed Oil
MEDIUM
EU restricted ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Prunus Persica Bud Extract
MEDIUM
EU risk phrases: avoid contact with skin/eyes · EU (web) ↗
-
Prunus Persica Callus Extract
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Prunus Triloba Fruit Water
MEDIUM
EU restricted ingredient · EU CosIng (web) ↗
-
Prunus Yedoensis Leaf Extract
MEDIUM
Moderate safety with some cautions · EWG (web) ↗
-
Psalliota Campestris Extract
MEDIUM
EU restricted ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Psoralea Corylifolia Fruit Extract
HIGH
Potential carcinogen or endocrine disruptor · EWG (web) ↗
-
Pterocarpus Santalinus Stem Extract
MEDIUM
EU restricted ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Pvp-Hydrogen Peroxide
MEDIUM
Moderate hazard, skin/eye irritant, EU restricted · EWG / EU SCCS (web) ↗
-
Pyrethrins
HIGH
Potential carcinogen (NIOSH-Ca) · EWG / NIOSH (web) ↗
-
Pyrophyllite
MEDIUM
Inhalation hazard in powder form · EWG (web) ↗
-
Quaternium-15
HIGH
formaldehyde releaser · EWG Skin Deep ↗
-
Quaternium-30
MEDIUM
Moderate safety rating · EWG (web) ↗
-
Quaternium-52
LOW
Potential skin irritation and allergies · EWG / EU (web) ↗
-
Quaternium-75
MEDIUM
Moderate hazard, EU permitted · EWG (web) ↗
-
Quaternium-86
MEDIUM
Moderate hazard, EU permitted · EWG (web) ↗
-
Quaternium-97
LOW
Can cause irritation in sensitive skin · EWG (web) ↗
-
R-Chaetoceros Neogracile Polypeptide-1
HIGH
Unacceptable by EWG criteria · EWG (web) ↗
-
R-Clostridium Botulinum Polypeptide-1
HIGH
Botulinum toxin fragment, injection risk · EWG (web) ↗
-
R-Mussel Polypeptide-1 R-Mussel Oligopeptide-1 Sh-Polypeptide-49
MEDIUM
EU restricted ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Radium Ore Powder
HIGH
Known carcinogen, banned in EU · EWG / EU SCCS (web) ↗
-
Rapeseed Oil Peg-3 Esters
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Rapeseedamidopropyl Epoxypropyl Dimonium Chloride
HIGH
Epoxypropyl moiety mutagenic/genotoxic potential · EWG (web) ↗
-
Raspberry Seed Oil Peg-8 Esters
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern in inhalable forms · EWG (web) ↗
-
Rauvolfia Serpentina Root Extract
HIGH
EU-banned for cosmetic use · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Ravensara Aromatica Leaf Oil
MEDIUM
Contains methyl eugenol, a potential carcinogen · EU SCCS (web) ↗
-
Red Petrolatum
HIGH
EU prohibited ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Renealmia Guianensis Leaf Extract
MEDIUM
Limited safety data; moderate rating · EWG (web) ↗
-
Resorcinol
HIGH
endocrine disruption · EWG Skin Deep ↗
-
Resveratrol Tributyl Ether
MEDIUM
Moderate safety rating · EWG (web) ↗
-
Retinyl Acetate
HIGH
Potential endocrine disruptor, CMR · EU SCCS (web) ↗
-
Retinyl Glycolyl Shikimate
MEDIUM
EU restricted ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Retinyl Palmitate
MEDIUM
may accelerate skin tumors in sun exposure · EWG Skin Deep ↗
-
Retinyl Tallate
MEDIUM
Potential sensitizer, dermal absorption · EWG (web) ↗
-
Rh-Oligopeptide-17
HIGH
EU prohibited ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Rh-Oligopeptide-33
HIGH
EU prohibited ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Rh-Oligopeptide-4
HIGH
EU prohibited · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Rh-Polypeptide-33
HIGH
Banned in some markets · CosIng / EWG (web) ↗
-
Rh-Polypeptide-45
MEDIUM
EU restricted, banned in some markets · EU / EWG (web) ↗
-
Rh-Polypeptide-47
HIGH
Banned in some markets · EWG (web) ↗
-
Rh-Polypeptide-52
MEDIUM
Banned in some markets · EWG (web) ↗
-
Rh-Polypeptide-59
HIGH
Banned in some markets · EWG (web) ↗
-
Rh-Polypeptide-62
MEDIUM
EU restricted, moderate safety rating · EWG / EU (web) ↗
-
Rh-Polypeptide-63
HIGH
Banned in some markets · EWG (web) ↗
-
Rh-Polypeptide-64
MEDIUM
EU restricted, moderate safety rating · EWG / EU (web) ↗
-
Rh-Polypeptide-65
MEDIUM
Banned in some markets · EWG (web) ↗
-
Rh-Polypeptide-66
MEDIUM
Banned in some markets · EWG (web) ↗
-
Rh-Polypeptide-67
HIGH
EU banned ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Rh-Polypeptide-87
HIGH
Banned in some markets · EWG / EU CosIng (web) ↗
-
Rh-Polypeptide-88
HIGH
Banned in some markets · EWG (web) ↗
-
Rh-Polypeptide-95
HIGH
Banned in some markets · EWG (web) ↗
-
Rhodinyl Isovalerate
LOW
Irritant, avoid skin/eye contact · EU regulations (web) ↗
-
Rhododendron Weyrichii Extract
MEDIUM
Grayanotoxin risk; no formal safety assessment · EWG / EU (web) ↗
-
Rhus Coriaria Leaf/stem Extract
MEDIUM
Anacardiaceae cross-reactivity caution · EU CosIng (web) ↗
-
Rhus Glabra Bark/berry/root Extract
MEDIUM
Restricted by EWG VERIFIED criteria · EWG (web) ↗
-
Ribes Nigrum Leaf Oil
MEDIUM
Moderate safety rating · EWG (web) ↗
-
Ribes Nigrum Leaf Water
MEDIUM
EU restricted ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Rice Bran Wax Ethyl Esters
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Rice Oil Glycereth-8 Esters
MEDIUM
Moderate safety concerns · EWG (web) ↗
-
Rice Sh-Polypeptide-9
MEDIUM
Angiogenic caution; limited data · EWG / EU CosIng (web) ↗
-
Rice Sh-Polypeptide-9 Dimer
MEDIUM
Angiogenic caution; limited data · EWG / EU (web) ↗
-
Ricebranamide Dea
MEDIUM
EU restricted, moderate hazard · EWG / EU (web) ↗
-
Ricinoleamide Dea
MEDIUM
EU restricted, max 0.5% · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Ricinoleamidopropyl Dimethylamine
MEDIUM
Causes skin irritation and serious eye damage · UN GHS (web) ↗
-
Robinia Pseudoacacia Flower/leaf/stem Extract
MEDIUM
Contains toxic lectins; EU restricted · EU (web) ↗
-
Rosa Alba Flower Extract
LOW
Fragrance allergen potential · EU (web) ↗
-
Rosa Centifolia Callus Culture Extract
MEDIUM
Insufficient safety data for callus culture · CIR (web) ↗
-
Rosa Damascena Flower Powder
LOW
Fragrance allergens present; inhalation concern · EU / EWG (web) ↗
-
Rosa Damascena Leaf Cell Extract
MEDIUM
Limited toxicological data; allergen profile differs · CIR / EU (web) ↗
-
Rosa Multiflora Root Extract
MEDIUM
Heavy metal uptake from roots · CIR / EU (web) ↗
-
Rosa Rubiginosa Seed Oil Peg-8 Esters
MEDIUM
Respiratory concerns if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Rosa Rugosa Fruit Extract
MEDIUM
EU restricted ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Rose Ketone-3
MEDIUM
Fragrance allergen, potential sensitizer · EWG / EU SCCS (web) ↗
-
Rose Ketone-4
MEDIUM
EU restricted, max 0.02% · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Rose Ketone-5
MEDIUM
EU restricted substance · EU Cosmetics Regulation (web) ↗
-
Rosin
MEDIUM
Strong sensitizer, EU-restricted · EWG / EU SCCS (web) ↗
-
Rubus Fruticosus Seed
MEDIUM
EU restricted ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Rumex Acetosella Extract
MEDIUM
EU restricted ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Ruta Graveolens Leaf/root/stem Extract
HIGH
EU prohibited ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Saccharina Angustata/undaria Pinnatifida Extract
MEDIUM
EU restricted; heavy metal/iodine concerns · EU (web) ↗
-
Saccharomyces/amber Powder/honey Ferment Filtrate
MEDIUM
EU restricted ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Saccharomyces/borago Officinalis Seed Oil/glycerin Ferment Filtrate
MEDIUM
PA contamination risk; CIR data insufficient · EWG / EU (web) ↗
-
Saccharomyces/camellia Sinensis Extract Ferment Filtrate
MEDIUM
EU restricted ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Saccharomyces/honey/panax Ginseng Root Extract/poria Cocos Extract/rehmannia Glutinosa Root Extract Ferment Filtrate
LOW
Not fungal acne safe · Snippets (web) ↗
-
Saccharomyces/hydrolyzed Stachys Affinis Tuber Ferment Filtrate
MEDIUM
Moderate safety rating · EWG (web) ↗
-
Saccharomyces/propolis Ferment Extract
MEDIUM
Propolis sensitizer, allergen labeling needed · EU SCCS (web) ↗
-
Saccharomyces/sea Silt Ferment
MEDIUM
Heavy metal contamination risk · EWG (web) ↗
-
Saccharomyces/triticum Aestivum Seed Ferment Extract
MEDIUM
EU restricted ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Safflower Seed Oil Peg-8 Esters
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Safflower Seed Oil Piperonyl Esters
MEDIUM
Potential safrole contamination risk · EWG / EU (web) ↗
-
Salix Blinii Leaf Extract
MEDIUM
EU restricted ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Salix Daphnoides Bark Extract
MEDIUM
EU restricted ingredient · EU CosIng (web) ↗
-
Salvia Sclarea Flower Oil
MEDIUM
Respiratory concerns in inhalable forms · EWG (web) ↗
-
Sapindus Emarginatus Fruit Extract
MEDIUM
Skin barrier disruption, eye irritation · EWG / EU SCCS (web) ↗
-
Sapindus Emarginatus Fruit/sucrose Ferment Filtrate
MEDIUM
No safety assessment; saponins disrupt skin barrier; eye irritation · EWG / EU (web) ↗
-
Sapindus Mukorossi Peel Extract
MEDIUM
Irritant dermatitis risk on compromised skin · EWG / clinical literature (web) ↗
-
Sargassum Vulgare Extract
MEDIUM
Moderate hazard score 3/10 · EWG (web) ↗
-
Sasa Kurilensis Leaf/stem Extract
MEDIUM
Potential irritant for sensitive skin · EWG (web) ↗
-
Sassafras Officinale Bark/root Extract
MEDIUM
EU restricted ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Sassafras Officinale Root Oil
HIGH
Carcinogen 1B, EU-banned · EWG / EU (web) ↗
-
Saussurea Involucrata Callus Extract
MEDIUM
Moderate safety with some cautions · EWG (web) ↗
-
Schinziophyton Rautanenii Kernel Oil Peg-8 Esters
MEDIUM
EU restricted ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Schizothrix Calciciola Extract
MEDIUM
Safety rated MODERATE by EWG · EWG (web) ↗
-
Scutellaria Galericulata Root Extract
MEDIUM
Insufficient toxicological data; hepatotoxicity concern · EWG / EU (web) ↗
-
Scyllii Pellis Extract
MEDIUM
Potential marine contaminants; allergen disclosure · EWG / EU (web) ↗
-
Sd Alcohol 36
MEDIUM
Respiratory and dermal irritant · EWG (web) ↗
-
Sd Alcohol 38-F
MEDIUM
Drying alcohol, potential skin irritant · EWG (web) ↗
-
Secale Cereale Phytoplacenta Extract
MEDIUM
Cereal allergen concern for wheat/gluten-sensitive · EWG (web) ↗
-
Secale Cereale Seed Extract
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Secale Cereale Seed Flour
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Sedum Bulbiferum Extract
MEDIUM
EU restricted; limited safety data · EU SCCS (web) ↗
-
Selenium Sulfide
MEDIUM
Moderate allergenicity risk, may cause irritation · EWG / Allergy & Safety Information (web) ↗
-
Sesamide Dipa
MEDIUM
EU restricted surfactant · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Sesqui-C12-16 Alkanes
MEDIUM
EU restricted ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Sh-Oligopeptide-7
HIGH
Potential tumorigenic concerns · EWG (web) ↗
-
Sh-Oligopeptide-72
MEDIUM
Moderate safety rating; EU permitted · EWG / EU (web) ↗
-
Sh-Oligopeptide-73 Amide Acetate
MEDIUM
EU restricted ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Shark Liver Oil
MEDIUM
Dubious sourcing, shark population decline · EWG / EU (web) ↗
-
Shea Butter Peg-8 Esters
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern in inhalable forms · EWG (web) ↗
-
Silene Uralensis Callus Culture Extract
MEDIUM
EU restricted ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Silica
MEDIUM
Risk depends on form and particle size · EWG / Expert Panel (web) ↗
-
Silicone Quaternium-15
HIGH
Formaldehyde-releasing preservative, high hazard · EWG (web) ↗
-
Silicone Quaternium-16/glycidoxy Dimethicone Crosspolymer
MEDIUM
Potential toxic impurities · EWG (web) ↗
-
Silicone Quaternium-2
MEDIUM
EU restricted ingredient · EU (web) ↗
-
Silicone Quaternium-9
MEDIUM
Moderate safety hazard · EWG / EU (web) ↗
-
Silicones
LOW
environmental persistence · EWG Skin Deep ↗
-
Silkworm Rh-Polypeptide-69
HIGH
Banned in EU cosmetics · EU (web) ↗
-
Silver Hydroxide
MEDIUM
EU restricted, GHS danger · EU SCCS (web) ↗
-
Silver Nitrate
HIGH
Hazardous substance under Clean Water Act · U.S. Clean Water Act (web) ↗
-
Silver/titanium Carbide
HIGH
EU prohibited; CMR Cat 2; nano risk · EU (web) ↗
-
Sinapis Arvensis Flower Extract
MEDIUM
Potential irritant; isothiocyanate content; allergen cross-reactivity · EWG / EU SCCS (web) ↗
-
Siraitia Grosvenorii Fruit Extract
MEDIUM
EU restricted ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Smilax China Fruit Extract
MEDIUM
Moderate safety rating · EWG (web) ↗
-
Smilax Utilis Root Extract
MEDIUM
Moderate hazard, skin conditioning · EWG (web) ↗
-
Sodium Benzoate
LOW
may form benzene with vitamin C · EWG Skin Deep ↗
-
Sodium Bisulfite
MEDIUM
Moderate hazard, potential skin irritant · EWG (web) ↗
-
Sodium Borohydride
HIGH
Flammable, strong reducing agent, explosion risk · chemicalbook (web) ↗
-
Sodium Bromate
HIGH
Restricted or prohibited in cosmetics · CIR / Hotlist (web) ↗
-
Sodium C11-15 Pareth-7 Carboxylate
MEDIUM
Potential 1,4-dioxane contamination · EWG / CIR (web) ↗
-
Sodium C12-13 Alkyl Sulfate
MEDIUM
Irritant at >1% in leave-on · EWG (web) ↗
-
Sodium C12-13 Pareth Sulfate
MEDIUM
Potential skin and eye irritation · EWG (web) ↗
-
Sodium C12-13 Pareth-12 Carboxylate
MEDIUM
Moderate hazard rating from EWG · EWG (web) ↗
-
Sodium C12-15 Pareth-7 Carboxylate
MEDIUM
Potential toxic impurities · EWG (web) ↗
-
Sodium C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate
MEDIUM
Eye irritant at low concentrations · EWG / Safety Data Sheet (web) ↗
-
Sodium Caproyl/lauroyl Lactylate
MEDIUM
Weak-moderate skin sensitizer · EWG (web) ↗
-
Sodium Ceteth-13 Carboxylate
MEDIUM
Ethoxylated with 1,4-dioxane concerns · EWG (web) ↗
-
Sodium Chitosan Caprylamide Hydroxypropylsulfonate
MEDIUM
Shellfish allergen; no safety monograph · EU (web) ↗
-
Sodium Chlorate
HIGH
Hazardous decomposition products: chlorine, hydrogen chloride · EWG (web) ↗
-
Sodium Coceth Sulfate
MEDIUM
Moderate safety concerns, some cautions · EWG (web) ↗
-
Sodium Cyclamate
MEDIUM
Potential effects on testes · EWG (web) ↗
-
Sodium Dilaureth-7 Citrate
MEDIUM
Potential toxic impurity contamination · EWG (web) ↗
-
Sodium Dimer Coenzyme A
MEDIUM
Data gap, no safety studies · EWG (web) ↗
-
Sodium Dimethicone Peg-7 Acetyl Methyl Taurate
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Sodium Dimethicone Peg-7 Acetyl Methyltaurate
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Sodium Dodecylbenzenesulfonate
MEDIUM
Severe skin irritant at high concentrations · EWG / CIR (web) ↗
-
Sodium Ethylparaben
MEDIUM
Paraben toxicity concerns, potential health risks · EWG / FDA (web) ↗
-
Sodium Fluoride
HIGH
Proposed CMR classification under EU · EU RCOM (web) ↗
-
Sodium Fluorosilicate
HIGH
Listed as hazardous chemical · National regulatory information (web) ↗
-
Sodium Formylhippurate Trifluoroacetylisobutyl Dipeptide-42 Amide
MEDIUM
PFAS-adjacent structure, limited safety data · EU (web) ↗
-
Sodium Fructoborate
HIGH
EU-banned reprotoxic CMR Cat. 1B · EU (web) ↗
-
Sodium Glycolate
MEDIUM
Moderate hazard, score 5/10 · EWG (web) ↗
-
Sodium Hydroxymethylglycinate
MEDIUM
formaldehyde releaser · EWG Skin Deep ↗
-
Sodium Hypochlorite
MEDIUM
Effective disinfectant, concentration-dependent hazard · EWG (web) ↗
-
Sodium Isobutylparaben
MEDIUM
Paraben preservative, potential endocrine disruptor · EWG (web) ↗
-
Sodium Isopropylparaben
HIGH
Paraben, potential endocrine disruptor · EWG / Expert Panel (web) ↗
-
Sodium Laneth Sulfate
MEDIUM
Potential irritant, 1,4-dioxane contamination · EWG / EU (web) ↗
-
Sodium Laureth Sulfate
MEDIUM
skin irritant · EWG Skin Deep ↗
-
Sodium Laureth-12 Sulfate
MEDIUM
Possible carcinogen 1,4-dioxane contaminant · EWG (web) ↗
-
Sodium Laureth-40 Sulfate
MEDIUM
Respiratory concerns if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Sodium Laureth-7 Sulfate
MEDIUM
Possible carcinogen 1,4-dioxane, skin irritant · EWG (web) ↗
-
Sodium Laureth-7 Tartrate
MEDIUM
Potential carcinogenic impurities · EWG (web) ↗
-
Sodium Laureth-8 Sulfate
HIGH
Possible carcinogen 1,4-dioxane · EWG (web) ↗
-
Sodium Lauryl Sulfate
MEDIUM
skin irritant · EWG Skin Deep ↗
-
Sodium Metasilicate
MEDIUM
Moderate hazard score 3/10 · EWG (web) ↗
-
Sodium Methylparaben
MEDIUM
Paraben, potential endocrine disruptor · EWG (web) ↗
-
Sodium Myreth Sulfate
MEDIUM
Skin irritation, possible 1,4-dioxane contamination · EWG (web) ↗
-
Sodium Octoxynol-9 Sulfate
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Sodium Oleamidopropyl Pg-Dimonium Chloride Phosphate
MEDIUM
Respiratory concerns if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Sodium Oxymethylene Sulfoxylate
HIGH
CMR hazard (H341, H361) · EWG / EU (web) ↗
-
Sodium Peg-3 Lauramide Carboxylate
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Sodium Peg-4 Cocamide Sulfate
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Sodium Peg-4 Lauramide Carboxylate
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Sodium Peg-4 Lauramide Sulfate
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Sodium Peg-50 Hydrogenated Castor Oil Succinate
MEDIUM
Respiratory concerns if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Sodium Peg-6 Cocamide Carboxylate
MEDIUM
Respiratory concerns if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Sodium Peg-7 Olive Oil Carboxylate
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Sodium Peg-8 Palm Glycerides Carboxylate
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Sodium Pentaerythrityl Hydroxypropyl Iminodiacetate Dendrimer
LOW
Mild skin irritation possible · EWG (web) ↗
-
Sodium Phenolsulfonate
MEDIUM
Phenol derivative; potential irritant at high concentrations · EWG / EU (web) ↗
-
Sodium Propoxyhydroxypropyl Thiosulfate Silica
LOW
Mildly drying or irritating · EWG (web) ↗
-
Sodium Pyruvate
MEDIUM
EU restricted ingredient · EU (web) ↗
-
Sodium Styrene/acrylates/peg-10 Dimaleate Copolymer
MEDIUM
Respiratory concerns if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Sodium Succinoyl Gelatin
MEDIUM
EU restricted ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Sodium Sunfloweramidopropyl Pg-Dimonium Chloride Phosphate
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Sodium Thioglycolate
MEDIUM
Moderate hazard score 4/10 · EWG (web) ↗
-
Sodium Tungstate Antimonate
MEDIUM
EU restricted, not registered as cosmetic ingredient · EWG / EU CosIng (web) ↗
-
Sodium/mea-Peg-3 Cocamide Sulfate
MEDIUM
Respiratory concerns if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Sodium/tea-Lauroyl Collagen Amino Acids
MEDIUM
Respiratory concerns if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Sodium/tea-Lauroyl Hydrolyzed Collagen
MEDIUM
Use restrictions and warnings · EWG (web) ↗
-
Sodium/tea-Undecylenoyl Alginate
MEDIUM
EU restricted ingredient · EU CosIng (web) ↗
-
Sodium/tea-Undecylenoyl Hydrolyzed Soy Protein
MEDIUM
EU restricted ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Solanum Melongena Root Extract
HIGH
High glycoalkaloid content, no safety assessment · EWG (web) ↗
-
Solanum Tuberosum Pulp Extract
MEDIUM
EU restricted ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Solvent Yellow 172
MEDIUM
EU restricted hair dyeing agent · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Sophora Japonica Fruit Extract
MEDIUM
Endocrine disruption concerns at high concentrations · EWG (web) ↗
-
Sorbeth-20 Beeswax
MEDIUM
EU restricted ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Sorbeth-50 Pentaisostearate
MEDIUM
1,4-dioxane impurity; limited toxicology data · EWG / EU (web) ↗
-
Sorbitan Cocoate
MEDIUM
Moderate hazard score 3/10 · EWG (web) ↗
-
Soyamidopropyl Betaine
MEDIUM
Moderate hazard score 5/10 · EWG (web) ↗
-
Soyamidopropyl Dimethylamine
MEDIUM
Moderate hazard score 4/10 · EWG (web) ↗
-
Soyamine
MEDIUM
Moderate hazard, moderate concern · EWG (web) ↗
-
Soybean Oil Peg-36 Esters
MEDIUM
Respiratory concerns if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Soybean Oil Propylene Glycol Esters
LOW
Mild irritant, slight comedogenic potential · EWG / EU (web) ↗
-
Soybean Oil/ferulate Esters
MEDIUM
Soy allergen; insufficient pregnancy data · EWG (web) ↗
-
Soytrimonium Chloride
MEDIUM
Moderate hazard, EU restricted max 3% · EWG (web) ↗
-
Spatholobus Suberectus Callus Extract
MEDIUM
Moderate safety rating; need toxicological data · EWG / EU (web) ↗
-
Sphacelaria Scoparia Extract
MEDIUM
Moderate hazard score 3/10 · EWG (web) ↗
-
Sr-Clostridium Botulinum Polypeptide-1
HIGH
Botulinum toxin, injected, high hazard · EWG (web) ↗
-
Stannous Pyrophosphate
MEDIUM
GHS Danger: irritant, toxic · EWG / EU (web) ↗
-
Staphylococcus Epidermidis
MEDIUM
Pathogenic on medical devices · EWG (web) ↗
-
Stearalkonium Bentonite
MEDIUM
Moderate hazard score 3/10 · EWG (web) ↗
-
Stearalkonium Dimethicone Peg-8 Phthalate
MEDIUM
Respiratory concerns if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Stearamidopropyl Dimethylamine
MEDIUM
Moderate hazard, potential irritation, impurities · EWG (web) ↗
-
Stearamidopropyl Dimethylamine Lactate
MEDIUM
Potential irritation and impurities · EWG (web) ↗
-
Steardimonium Hydroxypropyl Panthenyl Peg-7 Dimethicone Phosphate Chloride
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Steareth-100/peg-136/hdi Copolymer
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Stearoxypropyl Dimethylamine
MEDIUM
Potential skin and eye damage · Preliminary hazard classifications (web) ↗
-
Steartrimonium Bromide
MEDIUM
Moderate hazard score 3/10 · EWG (web) ↗
-
Stearyl Hdi/peg-50 Copolymer
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Sterculia Africana Seed Oil
MEDIUM
May require monitoring for irritation at high concentrations · EWG (web) ↗
-
Strontium Acetate
HIGH
Restricted on Cosmetic Ingredient Hotlist · Health Canada (web) ↗
-
Strontium Chloride Hexahydrate
MEDIUM
Hazardous vapors, strontium oxides · chemicalbook SDS (web) ↗
-
Strontium Hydroxide
HIGH
Corrosive solid, basic, inorganic · chemicalbook (web) ↗
-
Strontium Sulfide
MEDIUM
Depilatory agent, potential irritant · EWG / EU SCCS (web) ↗
-
Strontium Thioglycolate
MEDIUM
EU restricted, max 5% · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Strychnos Potatorum Seed Oil
MEDIUM
EU restricted ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Styralyl Alcohol
MEDIUM
Potential health impacts for cosmetic use · EU ECHA (web) ↗
-
Styrax Benzoin Resin Extract
LOW
Potential irritant for sensitive skin · EWG / EU (web) ↗
-
Styrene
HIGH
potential carcinogen · IARC ↗
-
Styrene Oxide
HIGH
Potential carcinogen · EWG (web) ↗
-
Styrene/acrylates/ammonium Methacrylate Copolymer
MEDIUM
Restricted by EWG VERIFIED · EWG (web) ↗
-
Styrene/ma Copolymer
MEDIUM
Contamination concern · EWG (web) ↗
-
Succinic Anhydride
MEDIUM
Corrosive solid, acidic, organic · Safety Data Sheet (web) ↗
-
Sucrose Benzoate/sucrose Acetate Isobutyrate/butyl Benzyl Phthalate Copolymer
HIGH
Phthalate copolymer, potential endocrine disruptor · EWG (web) ↗
-
Sucrose Benzoate/sucrose Acetate Isobutyrate/butyl Benzyl Phthalate/methyl Methacrylate Copolymer
HIGH
Phthalate: endocrine disruptor · EWG (web) ↗
-
Sucrose Pentaerucate
MEDIUM
EU restricted; erucic acid moiety · EU (web) ↗
-
Suikazura Ekisu
LOW
Potential irritant for sensitive skin · EWG (web) ↗
-
Sulfates
LOW
skin irritant at high concentrations · EWG Skin Deep ↗
-
Sulfuric Acid
HIGH
Powerful oxidizer, may ignite or explode · EWG (web) ↗
-
Sulindac
MEDIUM
Avoid contact with skin and eyes · EU SDS (web) ↗
-
Sunflower Seed Oil Peg-32 Esters
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern in inhalable forms · EWG (web) ↗
-
Swiftlet Nest Extract
MEDIUM
Skin irritant, requires protective measures · MSDS (web) ↗
-
Symphoricarpos Albus Fruit Extract
MEDIUM
Moderate safety with some cautions · EWG (web) ↗
-
Symphytum Officinale Leaf Extract
HIGH
pyrrolizidine alkaloids, liver damage · EWG (web) ↗
-
Symphytum Officinale Rhizome/root Extract
MEDIUM
Not assessed; gamble with safety · EWG (web) ↗
-
Symplocos Racemosa Bark Extract
MEDIUM
Moderate safety with some cautions · EWG (web) ↗
-
Syringa Vulgaris Flower Extract
LOW
Fragrance allergen, cross-reactivity risk · EU (web) ↗
-
T-Butyl Benzoyl Peroxide
HIGH
Potential degradation to benzene, carcinogen · FDA / Valisure (web) ↗
-
T-Butyl Methyl Ether
HIGH
CMR, restricted use · EWG (web) ↗
-
T-Butylaminoethyl Methacrylate
MEDIUM
Not evaluated for cosmetic safety; used as monomer · EWG / CosIng (web) ↗
-
Tagetes Erecta Flower Oil
MEDIUM
May cause allergic skin reaction · EU SCCS (web) ↗
-
Tagetes Minuta Flower Extract
MEDIUM
Restricted use, higher hazard if not meeting guidelines · EWG (web) ↗
-
Tagetes Patula Flower Oil
MEDIUM
EU restricted, max 0.01% · EU SCCS (web) ↗
-
Talc
MEDIUM
contamination concern (asbestos) · EWG Skin Deep ↗
-
Tall Oil Benzyl Hydroxyethyl Imidazolinium Chloride
MEDIUM
Contact dermatitis in allergic individuals · EWG (web) ↗
-
Tallamide Dea
HIGH
EU prohibited · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Tallow Amide
MEDIUM
Environmental hazard, irritant · EWG / EU SCCS (web) ↗
-
Tallowamide Dea
MEDIUM
EU restricted, safe with qualifications · EU Regulation 1223/2009, CIR (web) ↗
-
Tallowoyl Ethyl Glucoside
MEDIUM
EU restricted ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Tallowtrimonium Chloride
MEDIUM
Moderate hazard score 4/10 · EWG (web) ↗
-
Taraxacum Officinale Flower/leaf/stem Extract
MEDIUM
EU restricted ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Tarchonanthus Camphoratus Oil
MEDIUM
Known photosensitizer, EU restricted · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Tasmannia Lanceolata Leaf Extract
LOW
Mild irritation risk in sensitive users · EWG (web) ↗
-
Taxus Cuspidata Leaf Extract
MEDIUM
Skin and eye irritant, avoid contact · EU Risk and Safety phrases (web) ↗
-
Tazarotene
HIGH
Potential carcinogen in animal study · EWG (web) ↗
-
Tbhq
MEDIUM
Restricted for food/drug/pesticide use · EWG / safety data sheet (web) ↗
-
Tdi Oxidized Microcrystalline Cera
MEDIUM
Potential respiratory and dermal sensitizer · EU (web) ↗
-
Tea-C12-13 Alkyl Sulfate
MEDIUM
EU restricted ingredient · EU (web) ↗
-
Tea-C12-13 Pareth-3 Sulfate
MEDIUM
EU restricted, max 0.5% · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Tea-C12-14 Alkyl Phosphate
MEDIUM
EU restricted ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Tea-C12-14 Alkyl Sulfate
MEDIUM
EU restricted, safe with qualifications · EU SCCS / CIR (web) ↗
-
Tea-C12-15 Alkyl Sulfate
MEDIUM
Restricted use, potential irritant · EWG (web) ↗
-
Tea-C8-18 Perfluoroalkylethyl Phosphate
MEDIUM
EU restricted under Annex III · EU Cosmetics Regulation (web) ↗
-
Tea-Cocamide Diacetate
MEDIUM
EU restricted use only · EU SCCS (web) ↗
-
Tea-Cocoyl Alaninate
MEDIUM
EU restricted, max 2.5% · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Tea-Dextrin Octenylsuccinate
MEDIUM
Restricted in 15 markets · EU CosIng (web) ↗
-
Tea-Diethanolaminoethyl Polyisobutenylsuccinate
MEDIUM
EU restricted, max 2.5% · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Tea-Dimethicone Peg-7 Phosphate
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Tea-Isostearoyl Hydrolyzed Collagen
MEDIUM
EU restricted ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Tea-Lauraminopropionate
MEDIUM
Restricted in 15 markets · EWG (web) ↗
-
Tea-Laureth Sulfate
MEDIUM
Potential hazard from TEA lauryl sulfate · EWG (web) ↗
-
Tea-Lauroyl Hydrolyzed Collagen
MEDIUM
Use restrictions and warnings · EWG (web) ↗
-
Tea-Lauroyl Lactylate
MEDIUM
Restricted in 15 markets · EWG / EU (web) ↗
-
Tea-Lauroyl/myristoyl Aspartate
MEDIUM
EU restricted ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Tea-Myristate
MEDIUM
EU restricted, max 2.5% · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Tea-Myristoyl Hydrolyzed Collagen
MEDIUM
EU restricted ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Tea-Oleyl Sulfate
MEDIUM
EU restricted; moderate safety rating · EU / EWG (web) ↗
-
Tea-Palmitate
MEDIUM
TEA-related ingredient, potential sensitizer · CIR (web) ↗
-
Tea-Peg-3 Cocamide Sulfate
MEDIUM
EU restricted, respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG, EU (web) ↗
-
Tea-Peg-50 Hydrogenated Castor Oil Succinate
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Tea-Phenylbenzimidazole Sulfonate
MEDIUM
EU restricted, max 8% · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Tea-Phosphoadenosine Phosphosulfate
MEDIUM
EU restricted ingredient · EU SCCS (web) ↗
-
Tea-Rosinate
MEDIUM
EU restricted ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Terbium Nitrate
HIGH
Hazardous decomposition products, nitrogen oxides · EWG (web) ↗
-
Terpenes And Terpenoids Sinpine
MEDIUM
EU restricted fragrance ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Terpineol
MEDIUM
Possibly persistent or bio-accumulative · EPI Suite v4.11 (web) ↗
-
Testicular Hydrolysate
HIGH
EU prohibited ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Tetrahydrogeranial
MEDIUM
EU restricted, fragrance ingredient · EU (web) ↗
-
Tetrahydromugol
LOW
Possibly persistent, not bio-accumulative · EWG (web) ↗
-
Tetrahydropiperine
MEDIUM
Toxic to aquatic life, harmful if swallowed · ChemicalBook (web) ↗
-
Tetramethrin
MEDIUM
Regulatory re-evaluation with risk mitigation · Canada re-evaluation decision (web) ↗
-
Tetramethyl Acetyloctahydronaphthalenes
MEDIUM
Fragrance allergen, potential sensitizer · EWG (web) ↗
-
Tetramethyl Tetraphenyl Trisiloxane
MEDIUM
EU restricted · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Tetramethylnona-6‚8-Dien-3-One
MEDIUM
EU restricted ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Tetrapeptide-65
MEDIUM
EU restricted substance · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Tetraselmis Chui Extract
MEDIUM
Moderate safety with some cautions · EWG (web) ↗
-
Teucrium Canadense Flower/leaf/stem Extract
MEDIUM
Potential hepatotoxicity via oral route · EU (web) ↗
-
Teucrium Scorodonia Extract
MEDIUM
EU restricted ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Theophylline
HIGH
EU banned, GHS danger signal · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Thiamine Bis-Laurylsulfate
MEDIUM
EU restricted preservative · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Thimerosal
HIGH
Mercury compound, marine pollutant, poison · EWG (web) ↗
-
Thioglycolic Acid
MEDIUM
Moderate hazard, respiratory concerns · EWG (web) ↗
-
Thorium Dioxide
HIGH
Radioactive substance; no legitimate cosmetic use · EWG (web) ↗
-
Thuja Occidentalis Leaf Oil
MEDIUM
Aquatic toxicity, dermal sensitization risk · EWG (web) ↗
-
Thuja Occidentalis Leaf/stem Extract
MEDIUM
EU restricted, potential sensitizer · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Thuja Occidentalis Root Extract
MEDIUM
EU restricted ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Thuja Occidentalis Stem Extract
MEDIUM
EU restricted, potential sensitizer · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Thuja Plicata Leaf Extract
MEDIUM
EU restricted, max 0.1% · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Thujopsis Dolabrata Branch Extract
MEDIUM
Moderate safety, risk for sensitive skin · EWG (web) ↗
-
Thujopsis Dolabrata Leaf Oil
LOW
Potential skin irritant for sensitive skin · EWG (web) ↗
-
Thurfyl Nicotinate
MEDIUM
Vasodilator; can cause erythema and irritation · EWG / EU (web) ↗
-
Thymus Linearis Leaf Extract
MEDIUM
Limited safety data, moderate rating · EWG (web) ↗
-
Tilia Platyphyllos Flower Water
MEDIUM
EU restricted; potential benzyl alcohol allergen · EU (web) ↗
-
Tipa-Lauryl Sulfate
MEDIUM
Allowed with restrictions; higher score if unsafe · EWG (web) ↗
-
Tipa-Stearate
MEDIUM
EU restricted ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Titanium Dioxide
LOW
inhalation risk in powder/spray form · EWG Skin Deep + IARC ↗
-
Titanum Tetra T-Butoxide
HIGH
Reactive precursor, not used as is · EWG (web) ↗
-
Toluene
HIGH
neurotoxin, reproductive toxin · EWG Skin Deep ↗
-
Toluene Diisocyanate
HIGH
Toluene diisocyanate is a strong sensitizer and potential carcinogen · EWG (web) ↗
-
Tosylamide
MEDIUM
Hazard score 4/10, moderate concern · EWG (web) ↗
-
Totarol
MEDIUM
Skin corrosion/irritation Category 2 · OSHA HCS (web) ↗
-
Trans-2-Octenal
LOW
Skin irritant, flammable · SDS (web) ↗
-
Trans-Rose Ketone-2
MEDIUM
EU restricted, potential sensitizer · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Trans-Rose Ketone-5
MEDIUM
EU restricted substance · EU Cosmetics Regulation (web) ↗
-
Transgenic Rice Rh-Polypeptide-45
MEDIUM
EU restricted ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Transgenic Silkworm Rh-Polypeptide-47
MEDIUM
EU restricted ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Transgenic Silkworm Rh-Polypeptide-69
HIGH
Banned in EU · EU (web) ↗
-
Transgenic Tobacco Rh-Oligopeptide-1
HIGH
EU prohibited substance · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Trichloroethane
HIGH
Potential carcinogen or toxic · EWG (web) ↗
-
Triclocarban
HIGH
Endocrine disruptor, similar to triclosan · EWG (web) ↗
-
Triclosan
HIGH
endocrine disruption, antibiotic resistance · EWG Skin Deep + FDA ↗
-
Tricyclodecanedimethanol Diacrylate
MEDIUM
Strong skin sensitizer; aquatic hazard · EU (web) ↗
-
Trideceth-9 Pg-Amodimethicone
MEDIUM
Potential 1,4-dioxane/EO residuals · EWG / EU (web) ↗
-
Triethanolamine
MEDIUM
skin irritant at high concentrations · EWG Skin Deep ↗
-
Triethyl Phosphate
MEDIUM
GHS warning: harmful if swallowed, may cause drowsiness · EWG / GHS (web) ↗
-
Triethylene Glycol
MEDIUM
Moderate hazard score 4/10 · EWG (web) ↗
-
Trifluoromethyl C1-4 Alkyl Dimethicone
HIGH
PFAS class, potential CMR · EWG (web) ↗
-
Trifluoropropyl Cyclopentasiloxane
MEDIUM
Moderate hazard, similar to Cyclopentasiloxane · EWG (web) ↗
-
Trifluoropropyl Cyclotrisiloxane
MEDIUM
EU restricted in leave-on cosmetics · EU SCCS (web) ↗
-
Trigonella Foenum-Graecum Seed Oil
MEDIUM
EU restricted ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Trihydroxyaurone
MEDIUM
Data gap; potential skin staining · EWG (web) ↗
-
Triisostearin Peg-6 Esters
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Trimethyl Pentanyl Diisobutyrate
LOW
Hazard score 2/10 · EWG (web) ↗
-
Trimethylbenzenepropanol
MEDIUM
EU restricted; potential allergen · EU (web) ↗
-
Trimethylbenzophenone
MEDIUM
EU restricted UV filter · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Trimethylhexamethylene Diisocyanate
HIGH
EU prohibited, potential CMR · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Trimethylolpropane Triacrylate
MEDIUM
Potential sensitizer, safety data sheet available · EWG / chemicalbook (web) ↗
-
Trimethylundecadienal
LOW
Potential sensitizer for some people · EWG / EU SCCS (web) ↗
-
Trimethylundecenal
LOW
Potential allergen in fragrance-sensitive people · EWG (web) ↗
-
Trioctyldodecyl Borate
HIGH
Reprotoxic; EU banned substance · EU (web) ↗
-
Tripelargonin
MEDIUM
Eye damage and respiratory irritation · Safety Data Sheet (web) ↗
-
Tripterygium Wilfordii Callus Extract
HIGH
Reproductive toxin, immunosuppressant, poorly characterized risk · EWG (web) ↗
-
Tris(Nonylphenyl)phosphite
MEDIUM
Allergic skin reaction, very toxic to aquatic life · EWG / GHS (web) ↗
-
Tris-Hydroxyethyl Isocyanurate Diacrylate
MEDIUM
Potential sensitizer, limited safety data · EWG (web) ↗
-
Trisodium Phosphate
HIGH
Causes severe skin burns and eye damage · GHS/ECHA (web) ↗
-
Trisodium Tetramethylhexadecenylcysteine Bis-Carboxymethyl Formylamine
MEDIUM
EU restricted ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Triticum Aestivum Leaf Extract
MEDIUM
Insufficient data for safety determination · EWG / CIR Panel (web) ↗
-
Tropaeolum Majus Seed Extract
MEDIUM
Skin and eye irritant, avoid contact · EU Risk and Safety phrases (web) ↗
-
Tsuga Canadensis Bark Extract
LOW
High tannin may irritate sensitive skin · EWG (web) ↗
-
Tulipalin A
MEDIUM
Skin sensitizer, flammable · EWG / OSHA HCS (web) ↗
-
Turpentine
MEDIUM
Respiratory concerns in inhalable forms · EWG (web) ↗
-
Turtle Embryonic Fibroblast Conditioned Media
HIGH
EU prohibited ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Ufiprazole
HIGH
Pharmaceutical active, irritant, poor safety · EWG / EU (web) ↗
-
Undecylenamidopropyl Peg-2 Dimonium Undecylenate
MEDIUM
Respiratory concerns if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Undecylenoyl Grape Seed Extract
MEDIUM
Limited toxicological data; moderate safety rating · EU / EWG (web) ↗
-
Undecylenoyl Peg-5 Paraben
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern in inhalable forms · EWG (web) ↗
-
Ursoloyl Tripeptide-35
MEDIUM
EU restricted ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Urtica Urens Flower/leaf/stem Extract
MEDIUM
Lacks pregnancy/breastfeeding safety data · EWG (web) ↗
-
Va/butyl Maleate/isobornyl Acrylate Copolymer
MEDIUM
Isobornyl acrylate monomer is a known contact allergen · EWG / EU (web) ↗
-
Vaccinium Myrtillus Leaf Cell Extract
MEDIUM
Potential hydroquinone precursor, astringent, irritant · EWG / EU (web) ↗
-
Valproic Acid
HIGH
Reprotoxic, irritant, harmful if swallowed · EWG (web) ↗
-
Verbascum Densiflorum Flower/stem Extract
MEDIUM
EU restricted ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Verbascum Densiflorum Root Extract
MEDIUM
Limited toxicological data; moderate safety rating · EWG / EU (web) ↗
-
Verbena Officinalis Flower/leaf Extract
LOW
Potential skin irritant · EWG (web) ↗
-
Verbena Officinalis Leaf Absolute
MEDIUM
EU restricted, skin sensitizer, irritant · EU (web) ↗
-
Vermiculite
HIGH
Potential asbestos contamination; carcinogen · NIOSH/EPA (web) ↗
-
Vermiculite Extract
HIGH
Potential asbestos contamination, carcinogen · EWG / EU (web) ↗
-
Viburnum Prunifolium Extract
MEDIUM
EU restricted ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Vinyl Acetate
HIGH
Suspected carcinogen, toxic if inhaled · EWG (web) ↗
-
Vinyl Chloride
HIGH
Carcinogen used in plastics · EWG (web) ↗
-
Vitex Agnus Castus Leaf Cell Extract
MEDIUM
Potential endocrine-modulating effects · EWG (web) ↗
-
Vitex Agnus Castus Leaf Oil
MEDIUM
Potential endocrine-modulating effects · EWG (web) ↗
-
Vitis Coignetiae Sap
MEDIUM
EU restricted ingredient · EU (web) ↗
-
Viverra Civetta
HIGH
EU prohibited in cosmetics · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Volcanic Soil Extract
MEDIUM
Heavy metals, solvent residues, batch variability · EWG / EU (web) ↗
-
Whale Oil
HIGH
EU-banned, marine exploitation · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Wheat Germ Oil Peg-8 Esters
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Wheat Germamide Dea
MEDIUM
EU restricted, max 0.5% · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Xanthium Sibiricum Fruit Extract
MEDIUM
Skin and eye irritant, safety phrases · EU Risk And Safety phrases (web) ↗
-
Xanthorrhoea Preissii Leaf Oil
LOW
Potential fragrance allergen · General safety data (web) ↗
-
Xylene
HIGH
Linked to cancer, less oversight · EWG (web) ↗
-
Youngia Sonchifolia Callus Culture Condinioned Media
MEDIUM
Cross-reactivity risk for sesquiterpene lactone-sensitive individuals · EU (web) ↗
-
Youngia Sonchifolia Callus Culture Conditioned Media
MEDIUM
Cross-reactivity risk for sensitive individuals · EU (web) ↗
-
Zanthoxylum Alatum Fruit Oil
MEDIUM
Skin sensitizer, flammable, eye irritant · EWG / EU (web) ↗
-
Zanthoxylum Zanthoxyloides Bark Extract
MEDIUM
Cytotoxic alkaloids, phototoxicity potential, data gap · EWG / EU (web) ↗
-
Zinc Acetate
MEDIUM
Moderate hazard score 4/10 · EWG (web) ↗
-
Zinc Borate
MEDIUM
Potential toxicity and skin sensitivities · California ban act (web) ↗
-
Zinc Chloride
MEDIUM
Moderate Hazard · EWG (web) ↗
-
Zinc Dibutyldithiocarbamate
HIGH
Combustible, hazardous combustion gases · EWG (web) ↗
-
Zinc Dimethicone Peg-8 Succinate
MEDIUM
Respiratory concern if inhalable · EWG (web) ↗
-
Zinc Ethylhexanoate
HIGH
GHS CMR hazard (reprotoxic) · EU chemicals database (web) ↗
-
Zinc Nitrate
HIGH
Thermal decomposition forms toxic oxides · Safety Data Sheet (web) ↗
-
Zinc Picolinate
MEDIUM
EU restricted ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗
-
Zinc Pyrithione
HIGH
Restricted in EU cosmetics · Canada.ca Health Product safety (web) ↗
-
Zinc Undecylenoyl Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein
MEDIUM
EU restricted ingredient · EU Regulation 1223/2009 (web) ↗