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Caribbean Blue natural basics Bug N' Sun Shield, SPF 8 (2008 formulation)
Score
Data: Limited
UVB Protection (SPF)MODERATE
UVA ProtectionPOOR
UVA/UVB BalanceGOOD
Sunscreen StabilityEXCELLENT
Health ConcernHIGH
Product Typesinsect / pest repellant; sunscreen: SPF less than 15
Made byCaribbean Blue - natural basics by Caribbean Blue - natural basics
Data last updatedOctober 2008
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Caribbean Blue natural basics Bug N' Sun Shield, SPF 8 (2008 formulation)

Health concerns of ingredients
About the ratings
Overall Hazardyes
Canceryes
Developmental & reproductive toxicityyes
Allergies & immunotoxicityyes
Use restrictionsyes
Other HIGH concerns: Multiple, additive exposure sources, Biochemical or cellular level changes
Other MODERATE concerns: Organ system toxicity (non-reproductive), Contamination concerns, Occupational hazards
Other LOW concerns: Ecotoxicology, Data gaps, Enhanced skin absorption

Sunscreen Ingredients

ZINC OXIDE (sunscreen grade > 100nm)

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Sunscreen UV Absorbance

Absorbance is the capacity of the sunscreen to absorb UV radiation before it reaches your skin.

 

company policies

Compact for Safe CosmeticsNon-signer
Animal Testing PolicyUNKNOWN: As of EWG's last review, this company is not certified by PETA or Leaping Bunny as not testing on animals.

Label Information
Ingredients from packaging: ACTIVE INGREDIENT : micronized zinc oxide , in a natural base of botanical extracts of echinacea, gotu kola, gingko and seaweed, oils of coconut, safflower, almond, sesame and macadamia nut, lecithin, xanthan gum, grapefruit seed extract, essential oils of citronella, clove, peppermint, Vitamins A, vitamins C, vitamins E.
Directions from packaging:Apply liberally ensuring even coverage. Re-apply after bathing. Shake before use.

About the ratings

EWG provides information on personal care product ingredients from the published scientific literature, to supplement incomplete data available from companies and the government. The ratings below indicate the relative level of concern posed by exposure to the ingredients in this product - not the product itself - compared to other product formulations. The ratings reflect potential health hazards but do not account for the level of exposure or individual susceptibility, factors which determine actual health risks, if any. Learn more | Legal Disclaimer
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ingredients

 concerns score
RETINOL (VITAMIN A)
VITAMINS A		Cancer, Developmental/reproductive toxicity, Organ system toxicity (non-reproductive), Biochemical or cellular level changes, Use restrictions
Data: Fair
LECITHINMultiple, additive exposure sources, Enhanced skin absorption, Contamination concerns (NITROSAMINES-in the presence of nitrosating agents), Use restrictions
Data: Good
EUGENIA CARYOPHYLLUS (CLOVE)Allergies/immunotoxicity, Use restrictions
Data: Fair
ZINC OXIDE (sunscreen grade > 100nm)
(Active Ingredient)		Cancer, Organ system toxicity (non-reproductive), Ecotoxicology, Occupational hazards, Biochemical or cellular level changes
Data: Fair
CITRUS GRANDIS (GRAPEFRUIT) SEED EXTRACTMultiple, additive exposure sources, Contamination concerns (BENZETHONIUM CHLORIDE, METHYLPARABEN, TRICLOSAN)
Data: Limited
TOCOPHEROL
VITAMINS E.		Cancer, Contamination concerns (HYDROQUINONE)
Data: Fair
PEPPERMINT (MENTHA PIPERITA)Enhanced skin absorption, Use restrictions
Data: Limited
CENTELLA ASIATICA (GOTU KOLA)None Identified
Data: Limited
CITRONELLANone Identified
Data: Limited
ECHINACEA PURPUREA (PURPLE CONEFLOWER)None Identified
Data: Limited
GINKGO BILOBA (MAIDENHAIR TREE)
GINGKO		None Identified
Data: Fair
MACADAMIA TERNIFOLIA (MACADAMIA)
MACADAMIA NUT		None Identified
Data: Limited
SEAWEEDNone Identified
Data: Fair
SESAMUM INDICUM (SESAME) SEEDNone Identified
Data: Limited
COCOS NUCIFERA (COCONUT) OILNone Identified
Data: Fair
XANTHAN GUMNone Identified
Data: Limited
ASCORBIC ACID (VITAMIN C)
VITAMINS C		Data gaps
Data: Fair
CARTHAMNUS TINCTORIUS (SAFFLOWER) OILNone Identified
Data: Fair
PRUNUS AMYGDALUS DULCIS (SWEET ALMOND) OILNone Identified
Data: Limited


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.
type of concern product conditions ingredient(s)
One or more animal studies show tumor formation at high doses TOCOPHEROL
One or more in vitro tests on mammalian cells show positive mutation results ZINC OXIDE (sunscreen grade > 100nm)
Not likely to be carcinogenic in humans EUGENIA CARYOPHYLLUS (CLOVE)
One or more animal studies show tumor formation at very low doses RETINOL (VITAMIN A)

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.
type of concern product conditions ingredient(s)
Not likely to be a reproductive toxicant in humans ZINC OXIDE (sunscreen grade > 100nm)
Limited evidence of developmental toxicity RETINOL (VITAMIN A)

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.
type of concern product conditions ingredient(s)
Known human immune system toxicant EUGENIA CARYOPHYLLUS (CLOVE)

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.
type of concern product conditions ingredient(s)
Classified as a low human health priority XANTHAN GUM, CARTHAMNUS TINCTORIUS (SAFFLOWER) OIL, LECITHIN
Classified as not expected to be potentially toxic or harmful PRUNUS AMYGDALUS DULCIS (SWEET ALMOND) OIL, COCOS NUCIFERA (COCONUT) OIL, TOCOPHEROL, ASCORBIC ACID (VITAMIN C)
One or more animal studies show classified as toxic effects at moderate doses (low dose studies may be unavailable for this ingredient) ZINC OXIDE (sunscreen grade > 100nm)
Limited evidence of skin toxicity RETINOL (VITAMIN A)

Multiple, additive exposure sources*

*Listed below are multiple, additive exposure sources 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.
type of concern product conditions ingredient(s)
Designated as safe for general or specific, limited use in food PEPPERMINT (MENTHA PIPERITA), EUGENIA CARYOPHYLLUS (CLOVE), XANTHAN GUM, RETINOL (VITAMIN A), TOCOPHEROL, ZINC OXIDE (sunscreen grade > 100nm), LECITHIN, COCOS NUCIFERA (COCONUT) OIL, CITRONELLA
Used in food or as an additive with limited or no toxicity information available CITRUS GRANDIS (GRAPEFRUIT) SEED EXTRACT
Designated as safe for general or specific, limited use in food ASCORBIC ACID (VITAMIN C)
Used in food or as an additive with limited or no toxicity information available LECITHIN

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.
type of concern product conditions ingredient(s)
Uncertain environmental toxin and uncertain persistent or bioaccumulative LECITHIN
Suspected to be an environmental toxin ZINC OXIDE (sunscreen grade > 100nm)
Not suspected to be an environmental toxin PRUNUS AMYGDALUS DULCIS (SWEET ALMOND) OIL, XANTHAN GUM, TOCOPHEROL, COCOS NUCIFERA (COCONUT) OIL, CARTHAMNUS TINCTORIUS (SAFFLOWER) OIL, ASCORBIC ACID (VITAMIN C)

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.
type of concern product conditions ingredient(s)
Safety assessment was based on related chemical ASCORBIC ACID (VITAMIN C)
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 PRUNUS AMYGDALUS DULCIS (SWEET ALMOND) OIL, TOCOPHEROL, CARTHAMNUS TINCTORIUS (SAFFLOWER) OIL, RETINOL (VITAMIN A), ASCORBIC ACID (VITAMIN C)
Not assessed for safety in cosmetics by industry panel EUGENIA CARYOPHYLLUS (CLOVE), XANTHAN GUM, SESAMUM INDICUM (SESAME) SEED, SEAWEED, ZINC OXIDE (sunscreen grade > 100nm), MACADAMIA TERNIFOLIA (MACADAMIA), GINKGO BILOBA (MAIDENHAIR TREE), ECHINACEA PURPUREA (PURPLE CONEFLOWER), CITRUS GRANDIS (GRAPEFRUIT) SEED EXTRACT, CITRONELLA, CENTELLA ASIATICA (GOTU KOLA)

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.
type of concern product conditions ingredient(s)
Allowed workplace exposures restricted to moderate doses ZINC OXIDE (sunscreen grade > 100nm)

Biochemical or cellular level changes*

*Listed below are biochemical or cellular level changes 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.
type of concern product conditions ingredient(s)
Produces excess reactive oxygen species that can interfere with cellular signaling, cause mutations, lead to cell death and may be implicated in cardiovascular disease. RETINOL (VITAMIN A), ZINC OXIDE (sunscreen grade > 100nm)

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.
type of concern product conditions ingredient(s)
Determined safe for use in cosmetics, subject to concentration or use limitations - Safe for use in cosmetics with some qualifications PEPPERMINT (MENTHA PIPERITA)
Recommended restricted in cosmetics - use, concentration, or manufacturing restrictions - Fragrance subject to restrictions: safe only within recommended use or concentration limitsn) EUGENIA CARYOPHYLLUS (CLOVE)
Restricted in cosmetics (recommendations or requirements) - use, concentration, or manufacturing restrictions - Use is restricted in Canadian cosmetics RETINOL (VITAMIN A)
Determined safe for use in cosmetics, subject to concentration or use limitations - Safe for use in cosmetics with some qualifications LECITHIN