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Is Oral-B Professional Safe? Ingredient Analysis

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Oral-B's Oral-B Professional is reviewed here as a skincare. 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 Sodium Lauryl Sulfate, Aroma, Carrageenan.

60 / 100

Moderate quality

Why score is 60

The composition includes sodium lauryl sulfate and sodium saccharin, which are synthetic and raise quality concerns. However, it also contains natural oils like mentha viridis leaf oil, contributing positively to the overall rating.

Main concern

Sodium lauryl sulfate is a synthetic surfactant that may cause irritation for some 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 mentha viridis leaf oil, providing a natural flavor and potential freshness.
  • Includes zinc citrate, which may help in maintaining oral hygiene.
  • Xanthan gum acts as a stabilizer, ensuring product consistency.
  • Stannous fluoride is included for its potential benefits in dental care.

Concerns

  • Sodium lauryl sulfate is a synthetic surfactant that may cause irritation for some users.
  • Carrageenan is a thickener that has raised concerns regarding its safety in oral products.
  • Sodium saccharin and sucralose are artificial sweeteners, which may not be preferred by all consumers.
  • Sodium benzoate is a synthetic preservative that raises quality concerns due to its processing.

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.

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: 4282814

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Frequently asked questions

Oral-B — Oral-B Professional has a Zerotox score of 60 / 100 among skincare products. See the full breakdown above.
This product includes positive or neutral ingredients such as: aqua, zinc citrate, stannous fluoride. See the Ingredients section above.
Our analysis flags fragrance in this product. See the Ingredients section above. Search products with this ingredient.
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.
Oral-B — Oral-B Professional has a Zerotox safety score of 60 / 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.
Our analysis notes: Contains mentha viridis leaf oil, providing a natural flavor and potential freshness.; Includes zinc citrate, which may help in maintaining oral hygiene.; Xanthan gum acts as a stabilizer, ensuring product consistency.. See the Pros section above.
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Yes. Our analysis flags fragrance in Oral-B — Oral-B Professional. See the Ingredients section above.
This product is flagged for: Sodium lauryl sulfate is a synthetic surfactant that may cause irritation for some users.; Carrageenan is a thickener that has raised concerns regarding its safety in oral products.; Sodium saccharin and sucralose are artificial sweeteners, which may not be preferred by all consumers.. See the Concerns and Ingredients sections above.
We do not detect parabens in this product's listed ingredients. Always check the label as formulations change.
Yes. Our analysis indicates fragrance or parfum. This can irritate sensitive skin. See the Ingredients section.
The composition includes sodium lauryl sulfate and sodium saccharin, which are synthetic and raise quality concerns. However, it also contains natural oils like mentha viridis leaf oil, contributing positively to the overall rating. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.

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