Is Cosmia Women's Disposable Razors 3 Blades Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Cosmia
Cosmia's Cosmia Women's Disposable Razors 3 Blades is reviewed here as a other. Zerotox gives it 60/100 based on the current ingredient profile, so it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.
The ingredient review below focuses especially on Styrene Butadiene Copolymer, Peg 160m, Peg 9m.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes several synthetic ingredients like styrene/butadiene copolymer and PEG compounds, which raise concerns about potential skin irritation and environmental impact. Natural extracts like aloe vera and argan oil are present but do not outweigh the synthetic components.
Main concern
Styrene/butadiene copolymer is a synthetic polymer that may raise concerns regarding skin irritation.
Why it matters: This ingredient is flagged in our analysis based on regulatory and scientific sources. Check the Ingredients section for details and see Data sources for methodology.
Regulation status: Ingredient safety is assessed from EU/EPA/CIR and similar databases; formulations may vary. Always read the product label.
Pros
- Contains aloe barbadensis leaf powder, which may provide soothing properties for the skin.
- Includes argania spinosa kernel oil, known for its moisturizing benefits.
- Tocopheryl acetate is present, which is a form of vitamin E that can help protect the skin.
Concerns
- Styrene/butadiene copolymer is a synthetic polymer that may raise concerns regarding skin irritation.
- PEG compounds like PEG-160M and PEG-9M are synthetic and can be associated with potential skin absorption issues.
- Colorants CI 77007, CI 73915, and CI 73900 are artificial and may pose risks for sensitive skin.
Ingredients breakdown
Below, each ingredient is described in the context of this other, not just listed as a raw label.
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Is Styrene Butadiene Copolymer safe in this other?
Bad
Styrene Butadiene Copolymer is used here as base. Styrene/butadiene copolymer is a synthetic polymer used for its structural properties in this razor. It raises concerns about skin irritation and environmental impact.
Role in formula: base
Original: STYRENE/BUTADIENE COPOLYMER
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Is Peg 160m safe in this other?
Bad
Peg 160m is used here as base. PEG-160M is a synthetic polymer that serves as a thickener. It can be associated with skin absorption issues and potential irritation.
Role in formula: base
Original: PEG-160M
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Is Peg 9m safe in this other?
Bad
Peg 9m is used here as base. PEG-9M is a synthetic compound used for its emulsifying properties. It raises concerns regarding skin irritation and absorption.
Role in formula: base
Original: PEG-9M
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Is Peg 400 1 4 Butanediol Smdi Copolymer safe in this other?
Bad
Peg 400 1 4 Butanediol Smdi Copolymer is used here as base. This copolymer is a synthetic ingredient that functions as a stabilizer. Its synthetic nature raises concerns about skin compatibility.
Role in formula: base
Original: PEG-400/1,4-BUTANEDIOLl/SMDI COPOLYMER
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Is Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Powder safe in this other?
Good
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Powder is used here as natural_extract. Aloe barbadensis leaf powder is derived from the aloe vera plant and is known for its soothing and moisturizing properties, beneficial for skin care.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: ALOE BARBADENSIS LEAF POWDER
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Is Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil safe in this other?
Good
Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil is used here as natural_extract. Argania spinosa kernel oil, or argan oil, is rich in fatty acids and antioxidants, providing moisturizing benefits and skin nourishment.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: ARGANIA SPINOSA KERNEL OIL
Read the full ingredient profile for Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil
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Is Tocopheryl Acetate safe in this other?
Good
Tocopheryl Acetate is used here as natural_extract. Tocopheryl acetate is a form of vitamin E that acts as an antioxidant, helping to protect the skin from damage and improve moisture retention.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: TOCOPHERYL ACETATE
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Is Ethylene Distearamide safe in this other?
Medium
Ethylene Distearamide is used here as base. Ethylene distearamide is a synthetic compound used as a lubricant. While it aids in smooth operation, its synthetic nature raises concerns.
Role in formula: base
Original: ETHYLENE DISTEARAMIDE
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Is Glycol Montanate safe in this other?
Medium
Glycol Montanate is used here as base. Glycol montanate is a synthetic emulsifier that helps blend ingredients. Its synthetic origin may raise concerns about skin compatibility.
Role in formula: base
Original: GLYCOL MONTANATE
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Is Octadecyl Di T Butyl 4 Hydroxyhydrocinnamate safe in this other?
Medium
Octadecyl Di T Butyl 4 Hydroxyhydrocinnamate is used here as antioxidant. This compound is used as an antioxidant to prevent degradation. However, its synthetic nature raises questions about safety and skin effects.
Role in formula: antioxidant
Original: OCTADECYL DI-T-BUTYL-4-HYDROXYHYDROCINNAMATE
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Is Ci 77007 safe in this other?
Bad
Ci 77007 is used here as colorant. CI 77007 is an artificial colorant that may cause allergic reactions in sensitive individuals, raising safety concerns.
Role in formula: colorant
Original: CI 77007
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Is Ci 73915 safe in this other?
Bad
Ci 73915 is used here as colorant. CI 73915 is a synthetic colorant that can pose risks for skin irritation and allergic reactions, particularly for sensitive skin.
Role in formula: colorant
Original: CI 73915
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Is Ci 73900 safe in this other?
Bad
Ci 73900 is used here as colorant. CI 73900 is an artificial colorant that may lead to skin irritation or allergic reactions, raising concerns for sensitive users.
Role in formula: colorant
Original: CI 73900
How we score
Our safety scores and ingredient breakdowns are based on regulatory and scientific sources. See Data sources & methodology and How Zerotox works for full details.
Product info
Product ID: 4289087
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