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Josie Maran Whipped Argan Oil Self-Tanning Body Butter (2018 formulation)
EWG scientists reviewed the Josie Maran Whipped Argan Oil Self-Tanning Body Butter (2018 formulation) product label collected on July 11, 2018 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 Josie Maran Whipped Argan Oil Self-Tanning Body Butter (2018 formulation) is 7.
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Data last updated: July 2018
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)
- Miscellaneous
- Organ system toxicity (non-reproductive)
- Occupational hazards
- Persistence and bioaccumulation
- Use restrictions
MODERATE
- Endocrine disruption
- Multiple, additive exposure sources
- Neurotoxicity
LOW
- Enhanced skin absorption
- Ecotoxicology
Ingredient Concerns
| Score | Data Availability | Ingredient | Concern |
|---|---|---|---|
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Fair
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• Allergies/immunotoxicity (high) |
|
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Fair
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• Cancer (low) |
|
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Limited
|
• Allergies/immunotoxicity (low) |
|
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Fair
|
• Allergies/immunotoxicity (low) |
|
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Limited
|
• Allergies/immunotoxicity (low) |
|
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Limited
|
• Cancer (moderate) |
|
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Fair
|
• Cancer (low) |
|
 |
Fair
|
• Allergies/immunotoxicity (moderate) |
|
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Limited
|
• Non-reproductive organ system toxicity (low) |
|
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Fair
|
• Use restrictions (moderate) |
|
 |
Good
|
• Use restrictions (moderate) |
|
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Fair
|
• Cancer (low) |
|
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Limited
|
• Use restrictions (moderate) |
|
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Limited
|
• Allergies/immunotoxicity (low) |
|
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Good
|
• Use restrictions (moderate) |
|
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Limited
|
• Allergies/immunotoxicity (low) |
|
|
Limited
|
CHAMOMILLA RECUTITA (MATRICARIA) EXTRACT
Appeared as: CHAMOMILLA RECUTITA FLOWER/LEAF (ORGANIC CHAMOMILE) EXTRACT |
• Developmental/reproductive toxicity (low) |
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Limited
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• Allergies/immunotoxicity (moderate) |
|
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Fair
|
• Use restrictions (moderate) |
|
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Robust
|
|
|
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Limited
|
• Cancer (moderate) |
|
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Limited
|
|
|
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Limited
|
|
|
|
Fair
|
• Use restrictions (high) |
|
|
Limited
|
|
|
|
Limited
|
|
|
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None
|
|
|
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Limited
|
|
|
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Limited
|
• 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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Fair
|
• Cancer (low) |
|
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Limited
|
• Endocrine disruption (low) |
|
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None
|
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|
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Limited
|
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Limited
|
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|
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Limited
|
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|
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Fair
|
• Use restrictions (moderate) |
|
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Fair
|
|
|
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Limited
|
• Use restrictions (low) |
|
|
Limited
|
• Allergies/immunotoxicity (low) |
|
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Limited
|
• Multiple, additive exposure sources (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:
Aqua (Water)** (and) Aloe Barbadensis (Aloe Vera) Leaf Juice*, Argania Spinosa (Argan) Kernel Oil*, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride**, Dihydroxyacetone**, Glycerin**, Caramel**, Cetearyl Alcohol**, Propanediol**, Ethoxydiglycol, Parfum (Fragrance)**, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyl Dimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Cetearyl Glucoside**, Pyrus Malus (Apple) Fruit Extract**, Behenyl Alcohol**, Glyceryl Stearate**, Phenylpropanol, Erythrulose**, Xanthan Gum**, Tocopherol**, Chlorphenesin, Citric Acid**, Squalane**, Hydrolyzed Jojoba Esters**, Caprylyl Glycol, Polysorbate-60**, Saccharum Officinarum (Sugar Cane) Extract**, Sodium Metabisulfite, Ethylhexylglycerin, Dimethyl Isosorbide**, Citrus Medica Limonum (Lemon) Peel Extract**, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Fruit Extract**, Yellow 5 (CI#19140), Sodium Benzoate, Camellia Sinensis (Black Tea) Leaf Extract**, Symphytum Officinale (Comfrey) Leaf Extract, Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Oil**, Chamomilla Recutita Flower/Leaf (ORGANIC Chamomile) Extract** Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea Butter)**, Red 33 (CI#17200), Potassium Sorbate, Panthenol (Pro-Vitamin B5), Red 4 (CI#14700), Camellia Sinensis (White Tea) Leaf Extract**. *ORGANIC **NATURAL
Directions from packaging:
Massage Whipped Argan Oil Self-Tanning Body Butter all over body, blending evenly, using the caramel-colored tracker as a guide for a seamless, streak-free application. For best results, exfoliate prior to application. Wash hands immediately after application.
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