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Crest Complete Plus Extra Whitening Toothpaste, Clean Mint
Lab tested
No
Harmful ingredients
6
Why this score
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1100 ppm
Yes
Flavor
Lack of transparency, possible solvents or additives, ultra-processed
Sodium Hydroxide
Skin irritation, eye damage, corrosive effects, respiratory irritation if inhaled as dust or aerosol
Titanium Dioxide
Potential inhalation toxicity as nanoparticle, classification as possible carcinogen by inhalation (IARC Group 2B), regulatory restrictions in food use in EU, possible irritation on inhalation or skin contact
Sodium Lauryl Sulfate
Skin irritation, eye irritation, potential sensitization with prolonged exposure
Blue 1
Potential allergen, possible hyperactivity in sensitive children, rare hypersensitivity reactions
Cellulose gum
Rare digestive discomfort at high intake, minimal sensitization risk
Sorbitol
Reduced-calorie sweetener alternative to sugar, does not rapidly raise blood glucose
Hydrated Silica
Effective mild abrasive for stain removal, anti-caking agent, chemically stable and non-toxic at typical use concentrations
Polysorbate 80
Emulsifying agent that improves texture and stability in formulations
Yellow 5
Provides bright yellow color to products to enhance appearance and consumer appeal
Water
Hydration, solvent for ingredients, essential for life
Disodium Pyrophosphate
Maintains color stability, acts as a leavening and emulsifying agent, improves texture in processed foods
Sodium Saccharin
Non-caloric sweetener, useful for sugar reduction, stable under heat and acidic conditions
Carbomer
Effective thickening and stabilizing agent, improves texture and shelf stability of formulations
Mica
Provides shimmer and texture in cosmetic formulations
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