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PATTERN By Tracee Ellis Ross Hydration Shampoo
Minority owned
EWG scientists reviewed the PATTERN By Tracee Ellis Ross Hydration Shampoo product label collected on November 06, 2019 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 PATTERN By Tracee Ellis Ross Hydration Shampoo is 4.
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Data last updated: November 2019
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
- Occupational hazards
- Use restrictions
MODERATE
- Endocrine disruption
- Multiple, additive exposure sources
- Organ system toxicity (non-reproductive)
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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Limited
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• Developmental/reproductive toxicity (low) |
|
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Good
|
• Allergies/immunotoxicity (moderate) |
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Limited
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• Allergies/immunotoxicity (low) |
|
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None
|
• Non-reproductive organ system toxicity (low) |
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Limited
|
• Non-reproductive organ system toxicity (low) |
|
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Limited
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• Non-reproductive organ system toxicity (low) |
|
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Fair
|
• Use restrictions (moderate) |
|
 |
Limited
|
• Use restrictions (low) |
|
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Fair
|
• Cancer (low) |
|
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Good
|
• Use restrictions (moderate) |
|
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Good
|
• Use restrictions (moderate) |
|
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Limited
|
• Allergies/immunotoxicity (moderate) |
|
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Robust
|
|
|
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Limited
|
• Multiple, additive exposure sources (low) |
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Limited
|
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Fair
|
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Robust
|
|
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Fair
|
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Fair
|
|
|
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Limited
|
|
|
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Fair
|
• Developmental/reproductive toxicity (moderate) |
|
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Limited
|
|
|
|
Limited
|
• Use restrictions (low) |
|
|
Limited
|
• Cancer (moderate) |
|
|
Limited
|
• Enhanced skin absorption |
|
|
Fair
|
• Developmental/reproductive toxicity (low) |
|
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Limited
|
• Developmental/reproductive toxicity (low) |
|
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Fair
|
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|
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Fair
|
|
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Limited
|
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Limited
|
• Non-reproductive organ system toxicity (moderate) |
|
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Fair
|
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|
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None
|
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Limited
|
• Allergies/immunotoxicity (low) |
|
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None
|
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|
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Robust
|
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|
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Fair
|
• Enhanced skin absorption |
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Fair
|
|
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Fair
|
• Use restrictions (high) |
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Fair
|
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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 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:
Aqua (Water, Eau), Sodium C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Propanediol, Glycol Distearate, Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil, Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Oil, Mel (Honey, Miel), Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Leaf Oil, Olea Europaea (Olive) Fruit Oil, Biotin, Persea Gratissima (Avocado) Oil, Ricinus Communis (Castor) Seed Oil, Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Sweet Almond) Oil, Glycine Soja (Soybean) Oil, Glycine Soja (Soybean) Sterols, Glycolipids, Glycerin, Phospholipids, Amodimethicone, Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Lauryl Lactyl Lactate, Hydroxyacetophenone, PEG-150 Distearate, Parfum (Fragrance), Hydrolyzed Vegetable Protein PG-Propyl Silanetriol, Cellulose, Phenoxyethanol, Citric Acid, PEG-150 Stearate, Disodium EDTA, PEG-1M, Stearic Acid, Sodium Hydroxide, Sodium Acetate, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Benzoate, Linalool
Directions from packaging:
Massage vigorously into scalp & wet hair. Add more water as needed to work product through the hair. Rinse thoroughly. Wash a second time as desired. Follow with your preferred PATTERN conditioner. Avoid contact with eyes. If contact occurs, rinse well with water.
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