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Goldwell Colorance Demi Hair Color, Mid Brown 4N (old formulation)
EWG scientists reviewed the Goldwell Colorance Demi Hair Color, Mid Brown 4N (old formulation) product label collected on July 23, 2013 for safety according to the methodology outlined in our Skin Deep Cosmetics Database. We assess the ingredients listed on the labels of personal care products based on data in toxicity and regulatory databases, government and health agency assessments and the open scientific literature. EWG's rating for Goldwell Colorance Demi Hair Color, Mid Brown 4N (old formulation) is 10.
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Data last updated: July 2013
Ingredient Concerns
Cancer 
Cancer: Ingredients linked to cancer in government, industry or academic studies or assessments.
Developmental & Reproductive Toxicity
Developmental and reproductive toxicity: Ingredients linked to developmental and reproductive toxicity, a broad class of health effects that range from infertility and reproductive organ cancers to birth defects and developmental delays in children.
Allergies & Immunotoxicity
Allergies and immunotoxicity: Ingredients linked to harm to the immune system, a class of health problems that manifest as allergic reactions or an impaired capacity to fight disease and repair damaged tissue in the body.
Use Restrictions
Use restrictions: Ingredients restricted or prohibited for use in cosmetics, according to industry safety guidelines, government requirements or guidance from the U.S., EU, Japan or Canada.
Other Ingredient Concerns
HIGH
- Endocrine disruption
- Multiple, additive exposure sources
- Contamination concerns
- Irritation (skin, eyes, or lungs)
- Miscellaneous
- Occupational hazards
- Persistence and bioaccumulation
- Use restrictions
MODERATE
- Organ system toxicity (non-reproductive)
LOW
- Enhanced skin absorption
- Ecotoxicology
Ingredient Concerns
| Score | Data Availability | Ingredient | Concern |
|---|---|---|---|
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Fair
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• Cancer (moderate) |
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Fair
|
• Cancer (low) |
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Limited
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• Cancer (low) |
|
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Fair
|
• Developmental/reproductive toxicity (moderate) |
|
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Fair
|
• Allergies/immunotoxicity (high) |
|
|
Fair
|
• Cancer (low) |
|
|
Limited
|
• Cancer (low) |
|
 |
Fair
|
• Developmental/reproductive toxicity (low) |
|
|
Fair
|
• Developmental/reproductive toxicity (moderate) |
|
 |
Limited
|
• Cancer (low) |
|
 |
Limited
|
• Cancer (low) |
|
|
None
|
• Cancer (low) |
|
 |
Fair
|
• Use restrictions (moderate) |
|
|
Limited
|
• Allergies/immunotoxicity (low) |
|
|
Fair
|
• Allergies/immunotoxicity (moderate) |
|
|
Limited
|
• Allergies/immunotoxicity (moderate) |
|
 |
None
|
• Non-reproductive organ system toxicity (low) |
|
|
Fair
|
• Use restrictions (moderate) |
|
|
None
|
• Cancer (low) |
|
|
Limited
|
• Cancer (low) |
|
 |
Fair
|
• Use restrictions (low) |
|
|
Fair
|
• Persistence and bioaccumulation (moderate) |
|
|
Fair
|
• Enhanced skin absorption |
|
|
Fair
|
• Enhanced skin absorption |
|
|
Fair
|
• Persistence and bioaccumulation (moderate) |
|
 |
Robust
|
|
|
|
Limited
|
|
|
|
Limited
|
• Use restrictions (low) |
|
|
None
|
• Use restrictions (low) |
|
|
Limited
|
|
|
|
Fair
|
|
|
|
Fair
|
|
|
|
Limited
|
• Multiple, additive exposure sources (high) |
|
|
Fair
|
• Use restrictions (low) |
|
|
Fair
|
|
|
|
Limited
|
• Allergies/immunotoxicity (low) |
|
|
Limited
|
• Use restrictions (low) |
|
|
Limited
|
• Cancer (low) |
Product's Animal Testing Policies
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Unknown
Leading international certifiers PETA and Leaping Bunny have no information concerning this company’s use of animal testing.
Product's Label Information
Ingredients from packaging:
Water, Cetearyl Alcohol, Toluene 2, 5 Diamine Sulfate, Stearamide MEA, Cocamide MEA, Sodium Cetearyl Sulfate, Oleic Acid, Sodium Hydroxide, PEG 5 Cocamide, Sodium Lauryl Sulfate, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Panthenol, Sodium Sulfate, Ammonium Chloride, Absorbic Acid, Tetrasodium EDTA, Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein, Alcohol Denatured, Humulus Lupulas (Hops Oil), Retinyl Palmitate, Potassium Iodide, Sodium Benzoate, Phenoxethanol, Methylparaben, Propylparaben, Isobutylparaben, Ethylparaben, Butylparaben, Fragrance (Parfum), Resorcinol, M Aminophenol, 2 Amino 4 Hydroxyethylaminoanisole Sulfate, 4 Amino M Cresol, 2 Amino 3 Hydroxypyridine, HC Red 3, 2 5 6 Tramino 4 Pyrimidionl Sulfate, HC Yellow 2
Directions from packaging:
Preliminary patch test prior to each application. With a piece of cotton apply the color mixture the size of a quarter of the inside of the forearm and leave to process. After 45 minutes, cleanse the area with water. If no sign of irritation or redness appears during the test, or within 48 hours following the patch test proceed with application. Do not treat the hair if any reaction occurs.
Warnings from packaging:
This product contains ingredients which may cause skin irritation on certain individuals and a preliminary test according to accompanying directions should be made. This product must not be used for dyeing the eyelashes or eyebrows; to do so may cause blindness. Rinse eyes immediately if product comes into contact with them. Seek medical attention if irritation persists. Wear suitable gloves, follow instructions. Non-flammable. Contents under pressure. Do not puncture or incinerate container even when empty. Do not place in hot water or near radiators, stoves or other sources of open heat. Do not store at temperatures greater than 120F/50C. Keep away from open flame or spark. Keep out of reach of children. Avoid eye contact.
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