Is Diethyl Phthalate Safe? Hazard Score, Concerns & Alternatives
The Lowdown on Diethyl Phthalate
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Is Hydroquinone Safe? Hazard Score, Concerns & Alternatives
Hydroquinone scores a concerning 7 out of 10 on our hazard scale, with links to carcinogenicity and irritation. But here's the thing — it's still avai...
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Is Coal Tar Safe? Hazard Score, Concerns & Alternatives
Short answer: Coal Tar scores a concerning 9 out of 10 on our hazard scale. Here's why.
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Is Triclosan Safe? Hazard Score, Concerns & Alternatives
Short answer: Triclosan is not safe. Here's why.
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Is DMDM Hydantoin Safe? Hazard Score, Concerns & Alternatives
DMDM Hydantoin scores a concerning 7 out of 10 on our hazard scale. That's higher than 71% of the ingredients in our database. If you're looking for a...
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Is Formaldehyde Safe? Hazard Score, Concerns & Alternatives
Formaldehyde scores a perfect 10 out of 10 on our hazard scale, making it one of the most concerning ingredients in skincare. After analyzing 592 bran...
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Is Octinoxate Safe? Hazard Score, Concerns & Alternatives
The Lowdown on Octinoxate Safety
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Is Butylparaben Safe? Hazard Score, Concerns & Alternatives
Short answer: Butylparaben scores a concerning 7 out of 10 on our hazard scale. Here's why. Our database shows that 55 products contain this preservat...
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Is Propylparaben Safe? Hazard Score, Concerns & Alternatives
Short answer: Propylparaben scores a 6 out of 10 on our hazard scale, making it a moderate concern. Here's why.
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Is Methylparaben Safe? Hazard Score, Endocrine Disruption Risk & Alternatives
Methylparaben is in 47% of cosmetic products. We scored it 5/10 for hazard — moderate concern. Here's the full safety breakdown, who should avoid it, and what to use instead.
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Is Sodium Laureth Sulfate Safe? Hazard Score, Concerns & Alternatives
Short answer: Sodium Laureth Sulfate (SLES) scores 4 out of 10 on our hazard scale, making it a moderate concern. Here's why.
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We Scored 12,000 Beauty Products by Ingredient Safety — Here's What We Found
84% of cosmetics contain at least one flagged ingredient. Fragrance alone appears in 8,643 products. Our full analysis of the beauty industry's ingredient problem.
Research
Is Fragrance Safe? Hazard Score, Concerns & Alternatives
Short answer: not entirely. Fragrance scores a 6 on our hazard scale, indicating moderate concern. And here's a surprise — out of 1837 skincare produc...
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Is Dimethicone Safe? Hazard Score, Pore-Clogging Myths & What Dermatologists Say
Dimethicone is in 42% of skincare products. We scored it 2/10 for hazard — low concern. But the internet says it clogs pores and suffocates skin. Here's what the data actually shows.
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Pregnancy-Safe Skincare Guide — What to Avoid, What's Safe & Product Recommendations
Complete guide to pregnancy-safe skincare ingredients. Retinoids, high-dose salicylic acid, and chemical sunscreens are out. Niacinamide, vitamin C, and mineral SPF are in. Full routine inside.
Guide
Neutrogena Ingredient Safety Review — 40+ Products Scored & Compared
We analyzed Neutrogena's full product line for ingredient safety. Average score 6.8/10. Some products are excellent (Hydro Boost), others are concerning (oxybenzone SPF). Full breakdown inside.
Brands
Top 10 Safest Sunscreens in 2026 — Mineral, Reef-Safe & Pregnancy-Safe Picks
We ranked 300+ sunscreens by ingredient safety. These 10 mineral and mineral-hybrid formulas scored highest — all reef-safe, pregnancy-safe, and free of endocrine disruptors.
Rankings
Is Fragrance in Skincare Safe? The "Parfum" Loophole, EU Allergens & Who Should Avoid It
Fragrance scores 6/10 on our hazard scale and appears in 68% of cosmetic products. One word on a label can hide 3,000+ undisclosed chemicals. Here's what that means for your skin.
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Endocrine Disruptors in Cosmetics — Which Products Contain Them?
About 15% of cosmetic products in our database contain at least one ingredient flagged as an endocrine disruptor. Here's which ingredients, which products, and how to avoid them.
Safety
The Ordinary vs CeraVe — Which Has Safer Ingredients? Full Data Comparison
We compared The Ordinary (avg 8.2/10) with CeraVe (avg 7.8/10) across ingredient safety, concerns, and value. Here's the data breakdown.
Comparisons
Top 10 Safest Moisturizers for Sensitive Skin (2026) — Scored by Ingredients
We ranked 500+ moisturizers by ingredient safety. These 10 scored 8+/10 with zero concerning ingredients — perfect for sensitive, reactive, and pregnancy-safe routines.
Rankings
CeraVe Ingredient Safety Review — Every Product Scored
We analyzed every CeraVe product for ingredient safety. Average score 7.8/10. Their ceramide formulas are excellent, but a few products have concerning ingredients.
Brands
Is Sodium Lauryl Sulfate Safe? SLS Hazard Score, Myths & Gentler Alternatives
SLS scores 4/10 on our hazard scale — moderate concern. It's a known irritant, but it's not the carcinogen the internet claims. Here's what the data actually shows.
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Are Parabens Safe? The Full Breakdown — Hazard Scores, EU Bans & What To Use Instead
Parabens are in 47% of cosmetic products. Some are banned in the EU, others are considered safe. We scored each one and break down which to avoid and which are fine.
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Is Oxybenzone Safe? Hazard Score, Coral Reef Damage & Safer Sunscreen Alternatives
Oxybenzone is banned in Hawaii but still in hundreds of US sunscreens. We scored it 7/10 for hazard. Here's what the data shows and what to use instead.
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Is Retinol Safe? Hazard Score, Pregnancy Risk & Safer Alternatives
We analyzed retinol across 12,000+ cosmetic products. Here's our safety assessment, which products contain it, and what to use instead during pregnancy.
Ingredients
The 5 Safest Sunscreens in 2025 (We Scored 297 Products)
We analyzed 297 sunscreens ingredient-by-ingredient. 86% had at least one concerning ingredient. Here are the 5 that didn't.
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