Is Oral B Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Advanced Prevenzione Tartaro
Advanced Prevenzione Tartaro's Oral B is reviewed here as a skincare. Zerotox gives it 45/100 based on the current ingredient profile, so it shows multiple flagged ingredients that may matter for sensitive users.
The ingredient review below focuses especially on Sodium Lauryl Sulfate, Aroma, Sodium Saccharin.
45 / 100
Why score is 45
The composition includes sodium benzoate and sodium saccharin, both synthetic additives that raise quality concerns. The presence of sodium lauryl sulfate also indicates potential irritation issues.
Main concern
Sodium lauryl sulfate is a surfactant that can cause irritation for sensitive users.
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 glycerin, which helps retain moisture and provides a smooth texture.
- Hydrated silica acts as a mild abrasive, aiding in plaque removal without excessive wear.
Concerns
- Sodium lauryl sulfate is a surfactant that can cause irritation for sensitive users.
- Sodium benzoate is a synthetic preservative that raises concerns about synthetic additives.
Who should avoid this product?
This formula may not suit:
- people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity
- users trying to avoid sulfates
Ingredients breakdown
Below, each ingredient is described in the context of this skincare, not just listed as a raw label.
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Is Glycerin safe in this skincare?
Good
Glycerin is used here as base. Glycerin is a humectant that helps retain moisture in this formulation, contributing to a smooth texture.
Role in formula: base
Original: Glycerin
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Is Hydrated Silica safe in this skincare?
Good
Hydrated Silica is used here as abrasive. Hydrated silica serves as a mild abrasive, effectively aiding in plaque removal while minimizing wear on enamel.
Role in formula: abrasive
Original: Hydrated Silica
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Is Sodium Hexametaphosphate safe in this skincare?
Medium
Sodium Hexametaphosphate is used here as chelating_agent. Sodium hexametaphosphate acts as a chelating agent, helping to prevent tartar buildup but may raise concerns about synthetic processing.
Role in formula: chelating_agent
Original: Sodium Hexametaphosphate
Read the full ingredient profile for Sodium Hexametaphosphate
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Is Propylene Glycol safe in this skincare?
Medium
Propylene Glycol is used here as solvent. Propylene glycol is used as a solvent and humectant, though it raises some concerns regarding its synthetic nature.
Role in formula: solvent
Original: Propylene Glycol
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Is Peg 6 safe in this skincare?
Medium
Peg 6 is used here as emulsifier. PEG-6 is an emulsifier that helps blend ingredients but is a synthetic compound that may raise safety concerns.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: PEG-6
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Is Aqua safe in this skincare?
Good
Aqua is used here as base. Aqua serves as a solvent, providing a medium for other ingredients to dissolve and function effectively.
Role in formula: base
Original: Aqua
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Is Zinc Lactate safe in this skincare?
Good
Zinc Lactate is used here as antimicrobial. Zinc lactate has antimicrobial properties, contributing to oral hygiene by inhibiting bacterial growth.
Role in formula: antimicrobial
Original: Zinc Lactate
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Is Trisodium Phosphate safe in this skincare?
Medium
Trisodium Phosphate is used here as buffer. Trisodium phosphate acts as a buffering agent, helping to maintain pH balance but raises concerns about synthetic processing.
Role in formula: buffer
Original: Trisodium Phosphate
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Is Sodium Lauryl Sulfate safe in this skincare?
Bad
Sodium Lauryl Sulfate is used here as surfactant. Sodium lauryl sulfate is a surfactant that can cause irritation, particularly for sensitive individuals, raising safety concerns.
Role in formula: surfactant
Original: Sodium Lauryl Sulfate
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Is Aroma safe in this skincare?
Bad
Aroma is used here as flavor. Aroma is a vague term that may include synthetic fragrances, which can cause allergic reactions or sensitivities.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Aroma
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Is Sodium Gluconate safe in this skincare?
Medium
Sodium Gluconate is used here as chelating_agent. Sodium gluconate serves as a chelating agent, helping to stabilize the formulation but is a synthetic compound.
Role in formula: chelating_agent
Original: Sodium Gluconate
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Is Stannous Fluoride safe in this skincare?
Good
Stannous Fluoride is used here as antimicrobial. Stannous fluoride is effective in preventing cavities and reducing plaque, contributing positively to oral health.
Role in formula: antimicrobial
Original: Stannous Fluoride
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Is Sodium Saccharin safe in this skincare?
Bad
Sodium Saccharin is used here as sweetener. Sodium saccharin is an artificial sweetener that raises concerns about synthetic additives and potential health effects.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: Sodium Saccharin
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Is Xanthan Gum safe in this skincare?
Medium
Xanthan Gum is used here as thickener. Xanthan gum is a thickening agent that helps improve texture but is a processed ingredient that may raise concerns.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: Xanthan Gum
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Is Pvp safe in this skincare?
Medium
Pvp is used here as film_former. PVP is a film-forming agent that helps stabilize the formulation but is a synthetic polymer with potential safety concerns.
Role in formula: film_former
Original: PVP
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Is Carrageenan safe in this skincare?
Bad
Carrageenan is used here as thickener. Carrageenan is a thickener that has raised concerns regarding its potential inflammatory effects in some individuals.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: Carrageenan
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Is Cocamidopropyl Betaine safe in this skincare?
Medium
Cocamidopropyl Betaine is used here as surfactant. Cocamidopropyl betaine is a surfactant derived from coconut oil, providing mild cleansing properties but may cause irritation.
Role in formula: surfactant
Original: Cocamidopropyl Betaine
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Is Sodium Fluoride safe in this skincare?
Good
Sodium Fluoride is used here as antimicrobial. Sodium fluoride is effective in preventing cavities and enhancing oral health, contributing positively to the formulation.
Role in formula: antimicrobial
Original: Sodium Fluoride
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Is Sodium Chloride safe in this skincare?
Medium
Sodium Chloride is used here as buffer. Sodium chloride is used to adjust the formulation's viscosity and stability but is a common salt with minimal concerns.
Role in formula: buffer
Original: Sodium Chloride
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Is Sodium Hydroxide safe in this skincare?
Medium
Sodium Hydroxide is used here as buffer. Sodium hydroxide is used to adjust pH levels in the formulation, though it is a strong base that requires careful handling.
Role in formula: buffer
Original: Sodium Hydroxide
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Is Sodium Benzoate safe in this skincare?
Bad
Sodium Benzoate is used here as preservative. Sodium benzoate is a synthetic preservative that raises concerns about potential health effects and synthetic additives.
Role in formula: preservative
Original: Sodium Benzoate
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Is Ci 42090 safe in this skincare?
Bad
Ci 42090 is used here as colorant. CI 42090 is a synthetic colorant that may cause allergic reactions in sensitive individuals, raising safety concerns.
Role in formula: colorant
Original: CI 42090
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Is Menthol safe in this skincare?
Medium
Menthol is used here as flavor. Menthol provides a cooling sensation and flavor but can cause irritation for some users, particularly in high concentrations.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Menthol
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Is Anethole safe in this skincare?
Medium
Anethole is used here as flavor. Anethole is a flavoring agent that adds a sweet, aromatic taste but may cause sensitivities in some individuals.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Anethole
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: 4282816
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