Name: Shield Facial Moisturizer
Brand: Shielded Beauty
SKU: 254435
Availability: InStock
Rating: 9 (1 reviews)

Shield Facial Moisturizer

/100

Lab tested

No

Harmful ingredients

18

Why this score

IngredientsSeverity and exposure-weighted ingredient concerns
Not lab testedNo indexed lab report (-6)

What's inside

Sodium Hydroxide

Severe skin burns, eye damage, respiratory irritation if inhaled as dust or mist, corrosive

C15-19 Alkane

Potential contamination with impurities during processing, not food safe, petroleum-derived, possible skin irritation with topical use

Dimethyl Capramide

Potential toxicity, skin and eye irritation, lack of safety data for ingestion, possible environmental harms

Didecyldimonium Chloride

Skin irritation, respiratory irritation, potential sensitizer, environmental persistence, toxicity if inhaled or ingested

Octocrylene

Skin absorption, potential allergen, environmental persistence, potential for generating benzophenone (a potential carcinogen), suspected endocrine disruption, bioaccumulation in aquatic environments

Homosalate

Endocrine disruption potential, skin penetration, possible environmental toxicity, bioaccumulation

PEG-100 Stearate

Potential contamination with ethylene oxide or 1,4-dioxane during manufacturing, possible mild gut irritation, synthetic origin, ultra-processed

PEG-40 Sorbitan Stearate

Potential skin irritation and sensitization, possible contamination with ethylene oxide and 1,4-dioxane, ultra-processed chemical

Hydrogenated Palm Kernel Glycerides

High saturated fat content, potential for trans fat formation if partially hydrogenated, cardiovascular risk with excessive consumption

Fragrance Mixes (Parfum, Fragrance)

Skin sensitization, allergic reactions, respiratory irritation, potential contact dermatitis, some components may have toxicity concerns

Tetramethyl Acetyloctahydronaphthalenes

Irritation and sensitization potential, dermal sensitizer

Citronellol

Skin sensitization, allergic contact dermatitis, mild irritation

Ethylhexyl Salicylate

Potential skin irritation, allergic reactions, potential endocrine disruption in high doses (based on limited animal studies)

Cellulose Acetate

Ultra-processed, limited digestibility, may alter gut microbiota, potential gastrointestinal discomfort

Illite

Potential for contamination with heavy metals, inhalation risks in powdered form, not intended for ingestion

Disodium Cetearyl Sulfosuccinate

Mild skin irritation in sensitive individuals, potential environmental concerns if released in large quantities

Xanthan Gum

Mild gastrointestinal discomfort at high ingestion doses, potential allergenicity in sensitive individuals

Potassium sorbate

Mild skin and eye irritation, possible allergic sensitization in sensitive individuals

Aqua (Mineral Spring Water)

Hydration, source of essential minerals like calcium and magnesium, supports bodily functions

Citric acid

Preservative, enhances flavor, stabilizes pH, chelating agent

Allantoin

Skin soothing, promotes wound healing, moisturizes skin, non-irritating

Maris Aqua (Dead Sea Water)

Rich in minerals, may support skin hydration, anti-inflammatory effects, potential to improve skin barrier and soothe skin conditions

Phenylbenzimidazole Sulfonic Acid

UVB protection, prevents sunburn, helps reduce skin cancer risk

Tapioca starch

Gluten-free thickener, stabilizes texture, easily digestible carbohydrate

Coco-Caprylate/Caprate

Emollient, enhances skin feel and smoothness, natural origin

Cetearyl Alcohol

Emollient properties, improves texture and stability of formulations

Glyceryl Stearate

Emollient and emulsifier improving skin texture and product stability

Potassium Cetyl Phosphate

Emulsification and formulation stabilization, improves texture and spreadability in topical products

Aminomethyl Propanol

pH adjuster to maintain product stability and skin compatibility

Geraniol

Provides floral fragrance, used in perfumery and flavoring to enhance scent and taste

Sodium citrate

Controls acidity, acts as a buffering agent, preserves food quality

1,2-Hexanediol

Antimicrobial preservative booster, solvent properties aiding formulation stability

Caprylyl Glycol

Skin conditioning, antimicrobial preservative booster

Sodium Benzoate

Effective antimicrobial preservative, extends shelf life of products, widely recognized as safe at typical concentrations

Mentha Piperita (Peppermint) Leaf Juice

Mild cooling sensation, soothing effect on skin, antimicrobial activity

Carthamus Tinctorius (Safflower) Oleosomes

Source of unsaturated fatty acids, natural oil delivery system, potential antioxidant properties

Glycerin

Moisturizing agent, improves texture and stability in formulations

Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane

Effective UVA protection in topical sunscreen formulations

Propanediol

Biobased solvent, humectant, enhances preservative efficacy, biodegradable, low toxicity

Aloe Barbadensis (Aloe Vera) Leaf Juice

Skin hydration, wound soothing, anti-irritant properties

Phenoxyethanol

Effective broad-spectrum antimicrobial preservative

Gluconolactone

Gentle exfoliation, hydration support, antioxidant properties

Chlorphenesin

Effective antimicrobial preservative, extends shelf life of personal care products

Biosaccharide Gum-4

Moisturizing, skin barrier enhancement, anti-inflammatory, soothing properties

Product Details

Form Type

cream

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