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Leaf Simple Salicylic Acid Cotton Pads, 1%
EWG scientists reviewed the Leaf Simple Salicylic Acid Cotton Pads, 1% product label collected on March 23, 2021 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 Leaf Simple Salicylic Acid Cotton Pads, 1% is 2.
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Data last updated: March 2021
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
- Irritation (skin, eyes, or lungs)
- Occupational hazards
- Use restrictions
MODERATE
- Multiple, additive exposure sources
- Organ system toxicity (non-reproductive)
LOW
- Enhanced skin absorption
- Ecotoxicology
Ingredient Concerns
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Good
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• Enhanced skin absorption |
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Fair
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• Enhanced skin absorption |
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Good
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• Use restrictions (moderate) |
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Good
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• Use restrictions (moderate) |
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Robust
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None
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Limited
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Fair
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Fair
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Fair
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Fair
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Fair
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Limited
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• Allergies/immunotoxicity (low) |
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Limited
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• Irritation (skin, eyes, or lungs) (moderate) |
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Fair
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Limited
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Fair
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• Enhanced skin absorption |
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:
:Water,1,2-Hexanediol,Salicylic Acid,Amylopectin,Dextrin,Allantoin,Xanthan Gum,Sodium Hyaluronate,Tetrasodium EDTA,Citric Acid,Hamamelis Virginiana Extract,Butylene Glycol,Glycerin,Sorbitol,Caprylyl Glycol,Disodium EDTA.
Directions from packaging:
Usage:1 Secondary cleansing: using the textured surface of cotton pads to wipe the face after cleansing. It can cleanse the skin, be good for acnes and converge pores. No need to wash after using, just continue the follow-up skincare directly. 2 Partial moisten compress: after cleansing, the smooth surface of the cotton pads is applied to the part with acne on face or back, the part with coarse pore and other parts for 3~5minutes to relieve the skin and be good for acne.(Suggested 2~3 times in a week, increase the frequency of use after the skin adapts. )
Warnings from packaging:
Cautions:1 Please apply some to skin behind the ears for a test before using. It can be used after testing without any adverse reactions. This product has passed the quality inspection, but very few people may have adverse reactions such as allergies. Once abnormal reactions occur, please stop using it immediately and consult a doctor timely. 2 Be careful not to get into your eyes. If in eyes accidentally, please rinse immediately with water. 3 Please moisturizing in time after using to prevent from skin dry. 4 This product contains salicylic acid. Do not use on children under 3 years of age. 5 Please use within 3 months after opening.
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