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Physicians Formula Super BB #InstaReady BB Cream, Light/Medium, SPF 30 (2017 formulation)
EWG scientists reviewed the Physicians Formula Super BB #InstaReady BB Cream, Light/Medium, SPF 30 (2017 formulation) product label collected on April 14, 2017 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 Physicians Formula Super BB #InstaReady BB Cream, Light/Medium, SPF 30 (2017 formulation) is 2.
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Data last updated: April 2017
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
- Contamination concerns
- Irritation (skin, eyes, or lungs)
- Occupational hazards
- Persistence and bioaccumulation
- Use restrictions
MODERATE
- Organ system toxicity (non-reproductive)
LOW
- Enhanced skin absorption
- Ecotoxicology
- Endocrine disruption
- Neurotoxicity
Ingredient Concerns
| Score | Data Availability | Ingredient | Concern |
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Fair
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• Use restrictions (moderate) |
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Limited
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• Allergies/immunotoxicity (low) |
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Fair
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• Cancer (low) |
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None
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• Non-reproductive organ system toxicity (low) |
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Limited
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• Use restrictions (moderate) |
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Limited
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• Non-reproductive organ system toxicity (low) |
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Fair
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• Cancer (low) |
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Limited
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• Use restrictions (moderate) |
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None
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• Use restrictions (low) |
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None
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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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Limited
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• Non-reproductive organ system toxicity (low) |
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Good
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• Cancer (low) |
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Good
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• Cancer (low) |
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Good
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• Use restrictions (moderate) |
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Good
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• Enhanced skin absorption |
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Fair
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• Persistence and bioaccumulation (high) |
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Limited
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• Use restrictions (moderate) |
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Fair
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• Enhanced skin absorption |
|
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Robust
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Limited
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Limited
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None
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Limited
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Fair
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Limited
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Robust
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Limited
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• Use restrictions (low) |
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Limited
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None
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Limited
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None
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|
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Limited
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Limited
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None
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Fair
|
• Enhanced skin absorption |
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None
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Limited
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Fair
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None
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None
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Limited
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• Irritation (skin, eyes, or lungs) (high) |
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Good
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Limited
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Fair
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Limited
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• Irritation (skin, eyes, or lungs) (high) |
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Fair
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• Allergies/immunotoxicity (low) |
Product's Animal Testing Policies
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PETA Cruelty-free Companies
Companies that join the "Caring Consumer" program of People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals, a leading international animal rights advocacy organization, attest that "neither they nor their ingredient suppliers conduct or commission any animal tests on ingredients, formulations or finished products, and that they pledge not to do so in the future."
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: Titanium Dioxide 5.76%, Zinc Oxide 2.96%, Inactive Ingredients: Water, Cyclopentasiloxane, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Butylene Glycol, Bis-Peg/Ppg-14/14 Dimethicone, Dimethicone, C30-45 Alkyl Cetearyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Peg-10 Dimethicone, Cetearyl Alcohol, Glycerin, Calcium Aluminum Borosilicate, Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer, Sodium Chloride, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter, Fomes Officinalis (Mushroom) Extract, Adipic Acid/Neopentyl Glycol Crosspolymer, Vp/Va Copolymer, Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate, Tocopheryl Acetate, Alumina, Aluminum Chlorohydrate, Amodimethicone, Caprylyl Glycol, Castor Oil Phosphate, Disodium Edta, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Glyceryl Stearate Se, Hydroxylpropyl Methylcellulose, Laureth-12, Mica, Neopentyl Glycol Diheptanoate, Peg/Ppg-18/18 Dimethicone, Peg-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Polysilicone-11, Polysorbate 60, Propylene Carbonate, Silica, Sodium Hydroxide, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Xanthan Gum, Chlorphenesin, Ethylhexylglycerin, Hexylene Glycol, Phenoxyethanol May Contain: Iron Oxides, Titanium Dioxide
Directions from packaging:
Remove protective seal. Gently shake before each use. Lightly squeeze a small amount of product and apply directly onto face and neck using fingertips to blend. Use with your favorite Super BB #InstaReady makeup for the perfect selfie.Apply liberally 15 minutes before sun exposure. Use a water-resistant sunscreen if swimming or sweating. Reapply immediately after towel drying, at least every 2 hours.Sun Protection Measures: Spending time in the sun increases your risk of skin cancer and early skin aging. To decrease risk, regularly use sunscreen with broad spectrum SPF of 15 or higher and other sun protection measures including: Limit time in the sun especially from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.; Wear long-sleeved shirts, pants, hats, and sunglasses. Children under 6 months: ask a doctor.
Warnings from packaging:
For external use only. Do not use on damaged or broken skin. When using this product: Keep out of eyes; Rinse with water to remove. Stop use and ask doctor if rash occurs. Keep out of reach of children. If product is swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.
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