Name: Colgate Total Gum Protect SLS Free Whitening Toothpaste
Brand: Colgate
SKU: 164023

Colgate Total Gum Protect SLS Free Whitening Toothpaste

Colgate-Palmolive Co

/100

Lab tested

No

Harmful ingredients

7

Why this score

Health & safetyFormulation safety pillar (46.699999999999996/100, 55% weight)
Not lab testedNo indexed lab report (-6)

What's inside

Titanium Dioxide

Potential inhalation carcinogen in powdered form, possible cellular oxidative stress, regulatory restrictions in food use

Stannous Fluoride

Gastrointestinal irritation if ingested, staining of teeth, metallic taste, not food-approved for ingestion

Sodium Saccharin

Potential allergen, possible gastrointestinal upset in sensitive individuals, debated carcinogenicity in high doses (based on animal studies), regulatory limits on acceptable daily intake

Flavor

May contain irritants or sensitizers, potential undisclosed solvents or contaminants, ultra-processed, lack of transparency

Potassium Nitrate

Potential nitrate exposure leading to formation of nitrosamines, which are carcinogenic under certain conditions; ingestion toxicity at high doses

Cellulose gum

Minor digestive discomfort in some individuals, potential mild sensitizer in topical use

Xanthan Gum

Minor gastrointestinal discomfort at high intake, rare allergic reactions

Water

Essential for hydration, solvent for biochemical reactions, supports life

Sorbitol

Low-calorie sweetener, tooth-friendly, humectant properties

Hydrated Silica

Effective mild abrasive for stain removal, anti-caking agent, chemically stable and non-toxic at typical use concentrations

Tetrasodium Pyrophosphate

Improves whipping stability and texture in food formulations

Glycerin

Humectant properties, moisture retention, solvent for active ingredients

Sodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate

Mild cleansing agent, gentle on skin compared to harsher surfactants, good foaming properties

Cocamidopropyl Betaine

Mild surfactant, good foaming and cleansing properties, reduces irritation of harsher surfactants

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Fluoride

SLS (Sodium Lauryl Sulfate)