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Colgate Total Active Prevention Mint Stripe Toothpaste
Lab tested
No
Harmful ingredients
3
Why this score
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1450 ppm
Yes
Flavour
Lack of transparency, potential presence of solvents, sensitization, ultra-processed
Sodium Lauryl Sulfate
Skin irritation, eye irritation, potential sensitization with prolonged exposure
Cellulose gum
Possible mild gastrointestinal discomfort in sensitive individuals
Xanthan Gum
Improves texture stability, prevents ingredient separation, enhances mouthfeel
Sodium Fluoride
Reduces dental caries by enhancing enamel remineralization and inhibiting bacterial metabolism
Hydrated Silica
Effective mild abrasive for stain removal, anti-caking agent, chemically stable and non-toxic at typical use concentrations
Glycerin
Moisturizing agent, solvent, enhances texture and stability in formulations
Tetrasodium Pyrophosphate
Improves texture and stability in food products, acts as a whipping aid to enhance consistency
Sorbitol
Low-calorie sweetener, dental cavity risk reduction compared to sucrose
Water
Hydration, solvent for ingredients, essential for life
Potassium Nitrate
Effective antimicrobial preservative, extends shelf life, inhibits Clostridium botulinum growth
Stannous Fluoride
Prevents dental caries, reduces dental hypersensitivity, provides antibacterial effects
Sodium Saccharin
Non-caloric sweetener, useful for sugar reduction, stable under heat and acidic conditions
Cocamidopropyl Betaine
Mild surfactant, good foaming properties, compatible with anionic and cationic surfactants, biodegradable
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