| Score |  Data: Limited |
| Health Concern | HIGH |
| Product Type | depilatory |
| Made by | by |
| Data last updated | March 2009 |
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company policies | |
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| Compact for Safe Cosmetics | Non-signer |
| Animal Testing Policy | UNKNOWN: As of EWG's last review, this company is not certified by PETA or Leaping Bunny as not testing on animals. |
Label Information | |
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| Ingredients from packaging: | Water, Urea, Cetearyl Alcohol, Ceteareth 20, Potassium Thioglycolate, Petrolatum, Acrylates Copolymer, Magnesium Aluminum Silicate, Fragrance, Calcium Hydroxide, Potassium Hydroxide, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil (Sweet Almond), Nitrogen, Mineral Oil, Titanium Dioxide, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea Butter), PPG 15 Stearyl Ether, Sodium Gluconate, Dimethicone |
| Directions from packaging: | DirectionsRead caution statement before use and conduct patch test as follows: Apply a small amount to skin according to the directions below. Wait 24 hours. If no redness or irritation develops, proceed with the remainder of the hair that is to be removed. Apply creme thickly and evenly to fully cover unwanted hair. Rinse hands immediately. After a minimum of 3 minutes, test to see if hair is easily removed. Fine hair usually takes 3 minutes. Coarser hair needs more time. DO NOT LEAVE ON OVER 8 MINUTES. Gently remove creme with water and a washcloth. Do not wash off with ordinary soap. Do not rub. Do not allow creme to dry on skin. Wait 24 hours before reapplication. |
| Warnings from packaging: | WarningsFor external use only. Keep out of reach of children. Avoid contact with carpet, flooring, or clothing. Contents under pressure. Do not crush, puncture, or incinerate. Do not store at temperature above 120°F/50°C or below 41°F/5°C. Rinse nozzle thoroughly after use. Precautions: Irritation or allergic reaction may occur, even after prior use without adverse effect. Not for use on face. If product comes in contact with eyes, rinse immediately with cold water. If irritation persists, seek medical assistance. Do not use on breast nipples, perianal or vaginal/genital areas; in nose or ears, on cut, irritated, inflamed, chapped or sunburned skin, over moles or warts, or on recently tweezed or shaved areas. Do not sunbathe, swim, use antiperspirants, perfume or astringent lotion for 24 hours after use. Avoid contact with jewelry. |
Where to purchase | ||
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| Shop with EWG on Amazon.com | Amazon.com product page | |
ingredients |
concerns | score |
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| FRAGRANCE | Neurotoxicity, Allergies/immunotoxicity, Miscellaneous |  Data: Fair |
| CETEARETH-20 | Enhanced skin absorption, Contamination concerns (ETHYLENE OXIDE, 1,4-DIOXANE, ETHYLENE OXIDE, 1,4-DIOXANE), Use restrictions |  Data: Limited |
| MAGNESIUM ALUMINUM SILICATE | Developmental/reproductive toxicity, Neurotoxicity, Organ system toxicity (non-reproductive) | Data: Limited |
| TITANIUM DIOXIDE | Cancer, Allergies/immunotoxicity, Organ system toxicity (non-reproductive), Occupational hazards |  Data: Good |
| MINERAL OIL | Cancer, Allergies/immunotoxicity, Organ system toxicity (non-reproductive) |  Data: Fair |
| DIMETHICONE | Organ system toxicity (non-reproductive), Ecotoxicology, Use restrictions | Data: Limited |
| PETROLATUM | Organ system toxicity (non-reproductive), Contamination concerns (PAHS) | Data: Fair |
| ACRYLATES COPOLYMER | Contamination concerns (METHACRYLIC ACID, ACRYLIC ACID, 2-ETHYLHEXYL ACRYLATE), Use restrictions | Data: Limited |
| UREA | Enhanced skin absorption, Use restrictions | Data: Good |
| CETEARYL ALCOHOL | Ecotoxicology |  Data: Limited |
| PPG-15 STEARYL ETHER | Ecotoxicology, Data gaps | Data: Limited |
| POTASSIUM HYDROXIDE | Organ system toxicity (non-reproductive), Occupational hazards | Data: Fair |
| ALOE BARBADENSIS (ALOE VERA) LEAF EXTRACT ALOE BARBADENSIS LEAF EXTRACT | Use restrictions | Data: Limited |
| POTASSIUM THIOGLYCOLATE | None Identified |  Data: Limited |
| BUTYROSPERMUM PARKII (SHEA BUTTER) | None Identified | Data: Limited |
| CALCIUM HYDROXIDE | None Identified | Data: Fair |
| NITROGEN | None Identified | Data: Fair |
| SODIUM GLUCONATE | None Identified | Data: Fair |
| PRUNUS AMYGDALUS DULCIS (SWEET ALMOND) OIL PRUNUS AMYGDALUS DULCIS OIL (SWEET ALMOND) | None Identified | Data: Limited |
| WATER | Innocuous | Data: Robust |
Cancer**Listed below are cancer concerns for the ingredients used by this manufacturer, drawn from Skin Deep data sources. Some concerns may be specific to how a product is used or formulated; product scores reflect those variances. |
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| type of concern | product conditions | ingredient(s) |
| Cancer - limited evidence | products that may be aerosolized (airborne) | MINERAL OIL |
| Limited evidence of carcinogenicity | products that may be aerosolized (airborne) | TITANIUM DIOXIDE |
Developmental/reproductive toxicity**Listed below are developmental/reproductive toxicity concerns for the ingredients used by this manufacturer, drawn from Skin Deep data sources. Some concerns may be specific to how a product is used or formulated; product scores reflect those variances. |
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| type of concern | product conditions | ingredient(s) |
| Human nervous system toxicant - moderate evidence | MAGNESIUM ALUMINUM SILICATE | |
Neurotoxicity**Listed below are neurotoxicity concerns for the ingredients used by this manufacturer, drawn from Skin Deep data sources. Some concerns may be specific to how a product is used or formulated; product scores reflect those variances. |
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| type of concern | product conditions | ingredient(s) |
| Moderate evidence of human neurotoxicity | FRAGRANCE | |
| Strong evidence of human neurotoxicity | MAGNESIUM ALUMINUM SILICATE | |
Allergies/immunotoxicity**Listed below are allergies/immunotoxicity concerns for the ingredients used by this manufacturer, drawn from Skin Deep data sources. Some concerns may be specific to how a product is used or formulated; product scores reflect those variances. |
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| type of concern | product conditions | ingredient(s) |
| Limited evidence of immune toxicity | products that may be aerosolized (airborne) | TITANIUM DIOXIDE |
| Possible human immune system toxicant | products that may be aerosolized (airborne) | MINERAL OIL |
| Known human immune system toxicant | FRAGRANCE | |
Organ system toxicity (non-reproductive)**Listed below are organ system toxicity (non-reproductive) concerns for the ingredients used by this manufacturer, drawn from Skin Deep data sources. Some concerns may be specific to how a product is used or formulated; product scores reflect those variances. |
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| type of concern | product conditions | ingredient(s) |
| Classified as a low human health priority | CALCIUM HYDROXIDE | |
| Classified as medium human health priority | TITANIUM DIOXIDE, POTASSIUM HYDROXIDE | |
| Classified as not expected to be potentially toxic or harmful | PPG-15 STEARYL ETHER, PRUNUS AMYGDALUS DULCIS (SWEET ALMOND) OIL, WATER, UREA, SODIUM GLUCONATE, NITROGEN, CETEARYL ALCOHOL, CETEARETH-20, BUTYROSPERMUM PARKII (SHEA BUTTER) | |
| Classified as expected to be toxic or harmful | PETROLATUM, MINERAL OIL, DIMETHICONE | |
| Limited evidence of any toxicity | MAGNESIUM ALUMINUM SILICATE | |
Miscellaneous**Listed below are miscellaneous concerns for the ingredients used by this manufacturer, drawn from Skin Deep data sources. Some concerns may be specific to how a product is used or formulated; product scores reflect those variances. |
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| type of concern | product conditions | ingredient(s) |
| Occupational hazards related to handling | POTASSIUM HYDROXIDE | |
| Ingredient not fully labeled - identity unknown | FRAGRANCE | |
Ecotoxicology**Listed below are ecotoxicology concerns for the ingredients used by this manufacturer, drawn from Skin Deep data sources. Some concerns may be specific to how a product is used or formulated; product scores reflect those variances. |
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| type of concern | product conditions | ingredient(s) |
| Suspected to be an environmental toxin and be persistent or bioaccumulative | DIMETHICONE | |
| Suspected to be an environmental toxin | PPG-15 STEARYL ETHER, CETEARYL ALCOHOL | |
| Not suspected to be an environmental toxin | PRUNUS AMYGDALUS DULCIS (SWEET ALMOND) OIL, WATER, UREA, TITANIUM DIOXIDE, SODIUM GLUCONATE, POTASSIUM HYDROXIDE, PETROLATUM, NITROGEN, MAGNESIUM ALUMINUM SILICATE, CETEARETH-20, CALCIUM HYDROXIDE, BUTYROSPERMUM PARKII (SHEA BUTTER) | |
Data gaps**Listed below are data gaps concerns for the ingredients used by this manufacturer, drawn from Skin Deep data sources. Some concerns may be specific to how a product is used or formulated; product scores reflect those variances. |
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| type of concern | product conditions | ingredient(s) |
| Safety assessment was based on related chemical | PPG-15 STEARYL ETHER | |
| Missing safety data noted by cosmetic industry review | ALOE BARBADENSIS (ALOE VERA) LEAF EXTRACT | |
| Considered safe based on assumption of low absorption | ACRYLATES COPOLYMER | |
| Risk assessment method deficiencies and data gaps - Maximum reported "as used" concentration is basis of safety assessment by industry safety panel (Cosmetic Ingredient Review, CIR) - implicit safe concentration limit in product | PPG-15 STEARYL ETHER, PRUNUS AMYGDALUS DULCIS (SWEET ALMOND) OIL, UREA, MAGNESIUM ALUMINUM SILICATE, DIMETHICONE, CETEARYL ALCOHOL | |
| Not assessed for safety in cosmetics by industry panel | TITANIUM DIOXIDE, SODIUM GLUCONATE, POTASSIUM HYDROXIDE, PETROLATUM, NITROGEN, MINERAL OIL, FRAGRANCE, CALCIUM HYDROXIDE | |
Occupational hazards**Listed below are occupational hazards concerns for the ingredients used by this manufacturer, drawn from Skin Deep data sources. Some concerns may be specific to how a product is used or formulated; product scores reflect those variances. |
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| type of concern | product conditions | ingredient(s) |
| No workplace limits set | POTASSIUM HYDROXIDE, CALCIUM HYDROXIDE | |
| Allowed workplace exposures restricted to low doses | TITANIUM DIOXIDE | |
Use restrictions**Listed below are use restrictions concerns for the ingredients used by this manufacturer, drawn from Skin Deep data sources. Some concerns may be specific to how a product is used or formulated; product scores reflect those variances. |
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| type of concern | product conditions | ingredient(s) |
| Restricted in cosmetics (recommendations or requirements) - use, concentration, or manufacturing restrictions - Use is restricted in Canadian cosmetics | UREA | |
| Recommended restricted in cosmetics - use, concentration, or manufacturing restrictions - Product type restrictions or differences noted in safety assessment by industry panel | DIMETHICONE | |
| Determined safe for use in cosmetics, subject to concentration or use limitations - Safe for use in cosmetics with some qualifications | ACRYLATES COPOLYMER, ALOE BARBADENSIS (ALOE VERA) LEAF EXTRACT, CETEARETH-20 | |
