Excellence 1 Sort product image with 30/100 Zerotox safety score

Is Excellence 1 Sort Safe? Ingredient Analysis

L'Oreal Norge AS

L'Oreal Norge AS's Excellence 1 Sort is reviewed here as a skincare. Zerotox gives it 30/100 based on the current ingredient profile, so it has several flagged ingredients and may not suit cautious buyers.

The ingredient review below focuses especially on Toluene 2 5 Diamine, Titanium Dioxide.

30 / 100

Low quality

Why score is 30

The product contains several synthetic ingredients such as toluene-2,5-diamine and phenoxyethanol, which raise safety concerns. The presence of artificial colors and fragrances further indicates a highly processed composition.

Main concern

Toluene-2,5-diamine is a synthetic dye that raises safety concerns due to potential 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 water as a base, which is essential for product formulation and hydration.
  • Includes glycerin, a humectant that helps retain moisture in hair.
  • Amodimethicone provides conditioning benefits, improving hair texture and manageability.

Concerns

  • Toluene-2,5-diamine is a synthetic dye that raises safety concerns due to potential skin irritation.
  • Phenoxyethanol is a synthetic preservative that may cause allergic reactions in sensitive individuals.
  • Presence of artificial fragrances can lead to irritation or allergic reactions for some users.
  • Titanium dioxide is included as a colorant, which may raise concerns about inhalation risks in powder form.

Ingredients breakdown

Below, each ingredient is described in the context of this skincare, not just listed as a raw label.

  • Is Water safe in this skincare?

    Good

    Water is used here as base. Water serves as the primary solvent in this formulation, providing hydration and facilitating the distribution of other ingredients.

    Role in formula: base

    Original: AQUA / WATER

    Read the full ingredient profile for Water

  • Is Cetearyl Alcohol safe in this skincare?

    Medium

    Cetearyl Alcohol is used here as emulsifier. Cetearyl alcohol acts as an emulsifier and thickener, helping to stabilize the formulation. It is derived from natural sources but is processed.

    Role in formula: emulsifier

    Original: CETEARYL ALCOHOL

    Read the full ingredient profile for Cetearyl Alcohol

  • Is Toluene 2 5 Diamine safe in this skincare?

    Bad

    Toluene 2 5 Diamine is used here as colorant. Toluene-2,5-diamine is a synthetic dye used for coloring hair. It raises safety concerns due to potential skin irritation and allergic reactions.

    Role in formula: colorant

    Original: TOLUENE-2,5-DIAMINE

  • Is Phenoxyethanol safe in this skincare?

    Medium

    Phenoxyethanol is used here as preservative. Phenoxyethanol is a synthetic preservative that helps prevent microbial growth. It may cause allergic reactions in sensitive individuals.

    Role in formula: preservative

    Original: PHENOXYETHANOL

    Read the full ingredient profile for Phenoxyethanol

  • Is Titanium Dioxide safe in this skincare?

    Bad

    Titanium Dioxide is used here as colorant. Titanium dioxide is used as a colorant in this product. Concerns arise regarding its safety, particularly in inhalable forms.

    Role in formula: colorant

    Original: CI 77891 / TITANIUM DIOXIDE

    Read the full ingredient profile for Titanium Dioxide

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: 4279880

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Frequently asked questions

L'Oreal Norge AS — Excellence 1 Sort has a Zerotox safety score of 30 / 100. Check the ingredient breakdown above. More L'Oreal Norge AS products. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
The product contains several synthetic ingredients such as toluene-2,5-diamine and phenoxyethanol, which raise safety concerns. The presence of artificial colors and fragrances further indicates a highly processed composition. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
Our analysis notes: Contains water as a base, which is essential for product formulation and hydration.; Includes glycerin, a humectant that helps retain moisture in hair.; Amodimethicone provides conditioning benefits, improving hair texture and manageability.. See the Pros section above.
L'Oreal Norge AS — Excellence 1 Sort has a Zerotox safety score of 30 / 100. Higher scores mean fewer concerning ingredients. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
This product includes positive or neutral ingredients such as: water. See the Ingredients section above.
Based on our data we do not detect fragrance in this product's listed ingredients. Formulations can change; check the label.
We do not detect parabens in this product's listed ingredients. Always check the label as formulations change.
Main concerns for this product: Toluene-2,5-diamine is a synthetic dye that raises safety concerns due to potential skin irritation.; Phenoxyethanol is a synthetic preservative that may cause allergic reactions in sensitive individuals.. See the full list above.
This depends on the ingredient profile. People with sensitive skin or scalp, users avoiding fragrance, sulfates or animal-derived ingredients, and cautious shoppers should review the breakdown above before buying. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
L'Oreal Norge AS — Excellence 1 Sort scores 30 / 100. Daily use depends on your skin type and tolerance, so review the flagged ingredients and patch-test if you are sensitive. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
Check the ingredient list above. Zerotox flags common irritants; see the Ingredients section for details. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
This product scores 30 / 100 mainly because of: Toluene-2,5-diamine is a synthetic dye that raises safety concerns due to potential skin irritation.; Phenoxyethanol is a synthetic preservative that may cause allergic reactions in sensitive individuals.. See the Concerns and Ingredients sections above. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.

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