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Pond's Cold Cream Facial Cleanser
Lab tested
No
Harmful ingredients
9
Why this score
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PEG-4 Laurate
May contain 1,4-dioxane, synthetic, possible carcinogen, skin irritation in some individuals
Fragrance
Skin irritation, allergic sensitization, respiratory irritation, potential endocrine disruption, photosensitivity
Benzyl Benzoate
Skin sensitization, skin irritation, eye irritation, potential respiratory irritation
Citronellol
Skin sensitization, allergic contact dermatitis, mild skin irritation in some individuals
Terpineol
Irritation and sensitization risk through dermal and inhalation exposure, potential respiratory irritant
Ceresin
Potential for bioaccumulation, petroleum origin, no nutritional value
Triethanolamine
Skin irritation, allergic reactions, potential nitrosamine formation with secondary amines, respiratory irritation on inhalation of aerosols
PEG-4 Dilaurate
Potential for skin irritation or allergic reactions when applied topically, contamination risks with impurities such as ethylene oxide or 1,4-dioxane, lack of extensive food safety data
PEG-4
Potential skin irritation, allergenic in sensitive individuals when used topically, possible contamination during production
Arachidic Acid
Arachidic acid is a saturated fatty acid also known as eicosanoic acid. It is found naturally in peanut oil, fish oil, and corn oil. In the human body, it can function as an energy source and is also used in the production of complex lipids. Arachidic acid is not considered an essential fatty acid, as the body can synthesize it.
Behenic Acid
Emollient properties in skin care, contributes to energy metabolism as a fatty acid
Cetyl Alcohol
Emollient, conditions skin, improves texture and stability of formulations
PPG-5-Ceteth-20
Improves solubilization and stability of cosmetic formulations
Stearic Acid
Emulsifier, stabilizer, thickening agent
Iodopropynyl Butylcarbamate
Preservative efficacy preventing microbial contamination
Lignoceric Acid
Component of skin barrier lipids, may support skin health when applied topically, naturally present in foods
Mineral Oil
Emollient properties, effective skin barrier protection, widely used for lubrication and moisturizing
Water
Hydration, solvent for active ingredients, diluent
Beeswax
Emollient properties, natural thickener, protective barrier, stabilizes formulations
Phenoxyethanol
Effective preservative, broad-spectrum antimicrobial activity
Carbomer
Effective thickening and stabilizing agent, improves texture and shelf stability of formulations
Disodium EDTA
Improves color retention and stability by chelating metal ions
Tocopherol
Antioxidant, protects oils from rancidity, skin conditioning agent
Geraniol
Natural fragrance, contributes to scent profile, low acute toxicity
cream
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