Dove Dry Spray Antiperspirant, Clear Tone Skin Renew (2016 formulation)

EWG scientists reviewed the Dove Dry Spray Antiperspirant, Clear Tone Skin Renew (2016 formulation) product label collected on July 02, 2016 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 Dove Dry Spray Antiperspirant, Clear Tone Skin Renew (2016 formulation) is 5.
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Data last updated: July 2016
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
- Organ system toxicity (non-reproductive)
- Persistence and bioaccumulation
- Use restrictions
MODERATE
- Contamination concerns
LOW
- Enhanced skin absorption
- Ecotoxicology
- Endocrine disruption
- Neurotoxicity
- 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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• Allergies/immunotoxicity (moderate) |
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Fair
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• Allergies/immunotoxicity (moderate) |
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Fair
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• Allergies/immunotoxicity (moderate) |
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Fair
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• Cancer (moderate) |
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Limited
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• Use restrictions (moderate) |
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Fair
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• Cancer (low) |
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Fair
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• Cancer (low) |
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Limited
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• Non-reproductive organ system toxicity (low) |
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Limited
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• Use restrictions (low) |
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Fair
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None
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Limited
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Limited
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Limited
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• Irritation (skin, eyes, or lungs) (high) |
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Limited
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Fair
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Limited
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CALENDULA OFFICINALIS (POT MARIGOLD) FLOWER EXTRACT
Appeared as: CALENDULA OFFICINALIS FLOWER EXTRACT |
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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:
Active Ingredients: Aluminum Chlorohydrate (20.2%). Inactive Ingredients: Butane, Hydrofluorocarbon 152A, Cyclopentasiloxane, Isobutane, PPG-14 Butyl Ether, Fragrance, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Disteardimonium Hectorite, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Propane, BHT, Octyldodecanol, Propylene Carbonate, Dimethiconol, Glycine Soja Oil, Tocopheryl Acetate, Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract
Directions from packaging:
Shake well before each use. Hold can 6 inches from underarm. Spray to underarm to feel the difference. Apply to underarms only.
Warnings from packaging:
Flammable until fully dry. Do not use near heat, flame or while smoking. Can cause serious injury or death. Keep away from face and mouth to avoid breathing in. Avoid spraying in eyes. Contents under pressure. Do not puncture or incinerate. Do not expose to heat or store at temperatures above 120°F / 50°C or in enclosed places that could overheat. Do not use on broken skin. Stop use if rash or irritation occurs. Ask a doctor before using if you have kidney disease. Keep out of reach of children. Use only as directed. Intentional misuse by deliberately concentrating and inhaling the contents can be harmful or fatal. Help stop inhalation abuse. For information visit www.inhalant.org.WARNING: This product contains a chemical known in the State of California to cause cancer and/or birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to: www.P65Warnings.ca.gov/.
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