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Clean & Clear Advantage Daily Soothing Scrub (2014 formulation)
EWG scientists reviewed the Clean & Clear Advantage Daily Soothing Scrub (2014 formulation) product label collected on November 12, 2014 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 Clean & Clear Advantage Daily Soothing Scrub (2014 formulation) is 4.
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Data last updated: November 2014
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
- Multiple, additive exposure sources
- Irritation (skin, eyes, or lungs)
- Miscellaneous
- Persistence and bioaccumulation
- Use restrictions
MODERATE
- Organ system toxicity (non-reproductive)
LOW
- Enhanced skin absorption
- Ecotoxicology
- Occupational hazards
Ingredient Concerns
| Score | Data Availability | Ingredient | Concern |
|---|---|---|---|
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Fair
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• Allergies/immunotoxicity (high) |
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Good
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• Enhanced skin absorption |
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Fair
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• Use restrictions (moderate) |
|
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Good
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• Use restrictions (moderate) |
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Limited
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• Persistence and bioaccumulation (moderate) |
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Limited
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• Enhanced skin absorption |
|
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Robust
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Limited
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• Non-reproductive organ system toxicity (moderate) |
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Fair
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• Irritation (skin, eyes, or lungs) (high) |
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Limited
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Limited
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Fair
|
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Limited
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• Non-reproductive organ system toxicity (moderate) |
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None
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Limited
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• Cancer (low) |
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Limited
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Product's Animal Testing Policies
Some cosmetics companies have taken People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals and Leaping Bunny animal-testing pledges. For consumers who are concerned about companies’ policies on animal testing, Skin Deep reports this information.
PETA: Companies That Do Test on Animals
People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals, a leading international animal rights advocacy organization, has identified companies that "either test on animals or pay a laboratory to conduct tests on animals."
For more information visit: http://www.peta.org/living/beauty-and-personal-care/companies/default.aspx
Product's Label Information
Ingredients from packaging:
Active Ingredients: Salicylic Acid (2%, Acne Medication), Inactive Ingredients: Water, Cetyl Alcohol, Glycerin, Propanediol, Jojoba Esters, Potassium Cetyl Phosphate, Xanthan Gum, Microcrystalline Wax, Fragrance, Sodium Hydroxide, Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, Persea Gratissima (Avocado) Fruit Extract, Chromium Hydroxide Greens, Chromium Oxide Greens
Directions from packaging:
Wet face. Gently massage all over face, avoiding eye area. Rinse thoroughly and pat dry.
Warnings from packaging:
For external use only, Other warnings: If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away. When using this product: Product skin irritation and dryness is more likely to occur if you use another topical acne medication at the same time. If irritation occurs, only use one topical acne medication at a time. Rinse right away with water if it gets in eyes. Keep out of reach of children.
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