Name: L'Oreal Paris Glycolic-Bright Dark Spot Brightening Serum
Brand: L'Oréal Paris
SKU: 413409

L'Oreal Paris Glycolic-Bright Dark Spot Brightening Serum

L'Oréal SA

/100

Lab tested

No

Harmful ingredients

9

Why this score

IngredientsSeverity and exposure-weighted ingredient concerns
Not lab testedNo indexed lab report (-10)

What's inside

CI 17200

Potential allergenicity, possible skin and eye irritation, suspected genotoxicity from contaminated batches, not permitted in food in EU and some other countries

Caprylyl Methicone

Not approved for food use, lack of safety data for ingestion, potential for bioaccumulation

Benzyl Salicylate

Skin sensitization, mild skin irritation, potential phototoxicity, allergic contact dermatitis

Parfum

Skin sensitization, allergic contact dermatitis, respiratory irritation, potential for phototoxicity

PEG-22 Dimethicone

Potential skin irritation and sensitization, contamination risk from residual ethylene oxide or 1,4-dioxane, environmental persistence

2-Mercaptonicotinoyl Glycine

Lack of safety data, potential toxicity unknown

Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate

Potential skin irritation with topical use, limited toxicity data for ingestion, possible allergic reactions

Xanthan Gum

Possible gastrointestinal discomfort in large amounts, rare allergy or sensitivity, minor irritation in sensitive individuals

Menthoxypropanediol

Potential skin irritation or sensitization in some individuals, lack of extensive toxicological data for ingestion

Potassium hydroxide

Effective pH regulator and neutralizer, facilitates texture and stability in formulations

Biosaccharide Gum-1

Moisturizing, skin-soothing, film-forming properties

Linalool

Provides floral and citrus scent characteristics in fragrances and flavors

Phenoxyethanol

Effective broad-spectrum preservative at low concentrations

Hydroxyacetophenone

Antioxidant properties, UV protection in formulations

Capryloyl Salicylic Acid

Exfoliation, improved skin texture, reduced acne symptoms, anti-aging effects

Citronellol

Fragrance component providing floral scent

Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate

Improves product stability by sequestering metal ions, enhances preservative effectiveness

Benzyl Alcohol

Antimicrobial preservative, solvent for fragrances and active ingredients

CI 42090

Provides blue coloration in products

Aqua

Widely used as a non-toxic solvent and carrier

Niacinamide

Supports skin barrier integrity, improves skin appearance, essential nutrient

Alcohol Denat

Effective solvent, antimicrobial preservative, helps product drying

Butylene Glycol

Improves texture and absorption of products, acts as a humectant to retain moisture

Glycerin

Moisturizing agent, solvent, stabilizer in formulations

Hydroxyethylpiperazine Ethane Sulfonic Acid

Effective pH stabilizer, maintains solution stability in pharmaceuticals and biochemical applications

Caffeine

Cognitive stimulation, increased alertness, temporary fatigue reduction

Glycolic Acid

Effective pH adjuster, mild chelating agent, helps in removing mineral deposits and stains

Sodium Thiosulfate

Effective dechlorinating agent, stabilizes chlorine-based compounds, reduces oxidative damage

Sodium Hyaluronate

Hydrates and moisturizes skin, supports tissue repair, enhances skin elasticity

Chlorphenesin

Effective antimicrobial preservative, extends shelf life of personal care products

Tocopheryl Acetate

Antioxidant properties, skin conditioning, vitamin E source

Poloxamer 338

Effective solubilizer, emulsifier, low toxicity, biocompatible

Limonene

Effective natural solvent, pleasant citrus fragrance, biodegradable

Tocopherol

Antioxidant, protects lipids from oxidation, supports product stability

Product Details

Form Type

unknown

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