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e.l.f. Tinted Moisturizer, Beige, SPF 20 (2017 formulation)
EWG scientists reviewed the e.l.f. Tinted Moisturizer, Beige, SPF 20 (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 e.l.f. Tinted Moisturizer, Beige, SPF 20 (2017 formulation) is 7.
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Data last updated: April 2017
EWG's Sunscreen Findings
- Based on our modeling this product provides MODERATE UVA protection and a MODERATE balance of UVA protection in relation to the SPF.
- Based on EWG's modeling this product would likely fail the FDA proposed UVA test.
- Contains retinyl palmitate, which may damage sun-exposed skin. Read more
- Contains oxybenzone, a hormone disrupting chemical. Read more
- The FDA does not have enough health & safety data to classify all of the active ingredients as safe & effective.
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
- Contamination concerns
- Irritation (skin, eyes, or lungs)
- 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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• Cancer (moderate) |
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Good
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• Developmental/reproductive toxicity (low) |
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Limited
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• Cancer (low) |
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Fair
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• Developmental/reproductive toxicity (low) |
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Fair
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• Use restrictions (moderate) |
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Fair
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• Allergies/immunotoxicity (low) |
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Fair
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• Allergies/immunotoxicity (moderate) |
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Limited
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• Use restrictions (low) |
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Limited
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• Use restrictions (moderate) |
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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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Limited
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• Use restrictions (low) |
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Fair
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• Cancer (low) |
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Fair
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• Enhanced skin absorption |
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Robust
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Good
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• Allergies/immunotoxicity (moderate) |
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Limited
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• Allergies/immunotoxicity (low) |
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Limited
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Limited
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Limited
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Fair
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Limited
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• Use restrictions (low) |
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Fair
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Limited
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Limited
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• Cancer (moderate) |
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Good
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TITANIUM DIOXIDE
Appeared as: CUCUMIS SATIVUS (CUCUMBER) FUIT EXTRACT MAY CONTAIN: TITANIUM DIOXIDE (CI77891) |
• Cancer (moderate) |
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: octinoxate 7.5%, octisalate 5%, oxybenone 3%, Inactive Ingredients: water, paraffinum liquidum (minearal oil), propylene glycol, c12-15 akyl benzoate, caprylic/capric triglyceride, steareth-21, dimethicone, steareth-2, cetearyl alcohol, glyceryl stearate, peg-100 stearate, xanthan gum, polyacrylamide, c13-14 isoparaffin, laureth-7, dmdn hydantoin, iodopropynyl butylcarbamate, retinyl palmitate (va), topopheryl acetate (ve), magnesium ascorbyl phsophate (vc), aloe vera leaf juice, cucumis sativus (cucumber) fuit extract may contain: titanium dioxide (ci77891), iron oxides (ci 77491/ci 77492/ci 77499)
Directions from packaging:
: For sunscreen use: Apply generously 15 min before sun exposure. Reapply every two hours. Use a water resistant sunscreen if swimming or sweating Sun Protection Measures: Spending time in sun increases your risk of skin cancer or early skin aging. To decrease the risk, regularly use a sunscreen with broad spectrum SPF value of 15 or higher and other sun protection measures including Limit time in the sun, es[ecially from 10 am to 2 pm Wear long sleeved shirts, pants, hats, and sunglasses. Children under six months of age: ask a doctor
Warnings from packaging:
: For external use only Skin Cancer/Skin Aging Alert: Spending time in the sun increases your risk of skin cancer and early skin aging. This product has been shown only to help prevent sunbrun, not skin cancer or skin aging. Do not use on damaged or broken skin
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