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ChapStick Skin Protectant Classic Original
Lab tested
No
Harmful ingredients
9
Why this score
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Camphor
Irritant and sensitizer at high concentrations, ingestion toxicity causing nausea, seizures, respiratory distress, potential neurotoxicity at overdose, restricted in some jurisdictions for internal use
Phenyl Trimethicone
Not intended for consumption, potential toxicity if ingested, may accumulate in tissues, unknown long-term oral effects
Titanium Dioxide
Potential carcinogenicity especially as inhaled nanoparticles, dermal and respiratory irritation, regulatory restrictions in food use in EU and France
Fragrance
Skin sensitization, allergic reactions, respiratory irritation, potential contact dermatitis, restricted components under IFRA guidelines
Paraffin
Irritant potential for skin and eyes upon prolonged contact, contamination risk with polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) in low-grade grades, inhalation toxicity concerns with combustion byproducts
Arachidyl Propionate
Potential for mild skin irritation or sensitization in sensitive individuals
Copernicia cerifera (Carnauba) wax
Possible mild allergenicity in sensitive individuals, rare gastrointestinal irritation if consumed in large amounts
Isopropyl Lanolate
Possible skin irritation or allergic reactions in sensitive individuals, potential contamination with impurities if improperly refined
Red 6 Lake
Skin sensitization/allergy in sensitive individuals, potential impurities/contaminants, limited toxicity data for high exposure, possible mild irritant
Oleyl Alcohol
Emollient properties, non-toxic at common concentrations
White Wax
Potential ingestion of petroleum-derived substances, minimal digestibility, possible gastrointestinal discomfort in large quantities
White Petrolatum
Provides effective barrier to prevent moisture loss, protects skin from irritants, aids wound healing by maintaining moist environment
Cetyl Alcohol
Emollient, conditions skin, improves texture and stability of formulations
Octyldodecanol
Emollient, improves skin feel, enhances product texture
Artificial Color Yellow 5 Lake
Provides yellow color, stable pigment suitable for diverse product formulations
Isopropyl Myristate
Emollient properties, solvent for active ingredients, improves skin feel, enhances ingredient penetration
Lanolin
Emollient, skin conditioning, moisture retention
Mineral Oil
Moisturizing agent, lubricant, mild laxative at oral doses, chemically stable
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