Is Root Retoucher Dark Brown Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Conaxess Trade Norge As
Root Retoucher Dark Brown is a skincare from Conaxess Trade Norge As. It has a Zerotox safety score of 60/100, which means it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.
The main ingredients worth reviewing are Butane, Alcohol Denat, Isobutane.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The product contains several synthetic ingredients such as butane and alcohol denat., which raise concerns about safety and potential irritation. The presence of colorants like CI 77491 and CI 77007 indicates a reliance on artificial components.
Main concern
Butane and isobutane are flammable propellants that may pose safety risks during use.
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 aluminum starch octenylsuccinate, which helps improve texture and application.
- Oryza sativa starch provides a natural base that can enhance the product's feel on hair.
Concerns
- Butane and isobutane are flammable propellants that may pose safety risks during use.
- Alcohol denat. can be drying and irritating to the scalp and hair.
Ingredients breakdown
Each ingredient below is explained in the context of this skincare so the page answers more than a simple label list.
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Is Butane safe in this skincare?
Bad
Butane is used here as solvent. Butane is a flammable gas used as a propellant in this product. Its presence raises safety concerns due to flammability and potential inhalation risks.
Role in formula: solvent
Original: Butane
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Is Alcohol Denat safe in this skincare?
Bad
Alcohol Denat is used here as solvent. Alcohol denat. is a denatured alcohol that can cause dryness and irritation, particularly for sensitive skin or scalps.
Role in formula: solvent
Original: Alcohol denat.
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Is Isobutane safe in this skincare?
Bad
Isobutane is used here as solvent. Isobutane is another flammable propellant that may pose safety risks during application, particularly in enclosed spaces.
Role in formula: solvent
Original: Isobutane
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Is Aluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate safe in this skincare?
Medium
Aluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate is used here as thickener. This ingredient acts as a thickening agent, improving the product's texture. However, concerns exist regarding aluminum compounds and their long-term safety.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: Aluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate
Read the full ingredient profile for Aluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate
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Is Oryza Sativa Starch safe in this skincare?
Good
Oryza Sativa Starch is used here as base. Oryza sativa starch is derived from rice and serves as a natural base, contributing to a smoother application and feel on hair.
Role in formula: base
Original: Oryza Sativa Starch
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Is Isopropyl Myristate safe in this skincare?
Medium
Isopropyl Myristate is used here as emulsifier. Isopropyl myristate is used to enhance the absorption of other ingredients. While effective, it can cause skin irritation in some individuals.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: Isopropyl Myristate
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Is Silica safe in this skincare?
Medium
Silica is used here as absorbent. Silica is used for its absorbent properties, helping to control moisture. However, inhalation of fine silica dust can pose health risks.
Role in formula: absorbent
Original: Silica
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Is Stearalkonium Hectorite safe in this skincare?
Medium
Stearalkonium Hectorite is used here as thickener. This ingredient is a clay-based thickener that helps stabilize the formulation. It is generally considered safe but can be irritating to some skin types.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: Stearalkonium Hectorite
Read the full ingredient profile for Stearalkonium Hectorite
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Is Aqua safe in this skincare?
Good
Aqua is used here as solvent. Aqua serves as a solvent in this formulation, providing moisture and aiding in the distribution of other ingredients.
Role in formula: solvent
Original: Aqua
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Is Propylene Carbonate safe in this skincare?
Medium
Propylene Carbonate is used here as solvent. Propylene carbonate is used as a solvent and stabilizer. While generally regarded as safe, it can cause irritation in sensitive individuals.
Role in formula: solvent
Original: Propylene Carbonate
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Is Triethoxycaprylylsilane safe in this skincare?
Medium
Triethoxycaprylylsilane is used here as emulsifier. This ingredient acts as an emulsifier, helping to blend oil and water components. Its safety profile is generally acceptable, but it is synthetic.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: Triethoxycaprylylsilane
Read the full ingredient profile for Triethoxycaprylylsilane
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Is Cetrimonium Chloride safe in this skincare?
Medium
Cetrimonium Chloride is used here as conditioning_agent. Cetrimonium chloride is a conditioning agent that can improve hair texture. However, it may cause irritation in some users.
Role in formula: conditioning_agent
Original: Cetrimonium Chloride
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Is Ci 77491 safe in this skincare?
Bad
Ci 77491 is used here as colorant. CI 77491 is a synthetic colorant used to provide pigmentation. Its synthetic nature raises concerns about potential skin reactions.
Role in formula: colorant
Original: CI 77491
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Is Ci 77499 safe in this skincare?
Bad
Ci 77499 is used here as colorant. CI 77499 is another synthetic colorant that may cause allergic reactions in sensitive individuals, raising safety concerns.
Role in formula: colorant
Original: CI 77499
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Is Ci 77007 safe in this skincare?
Bad
Ci 77007 is used here as colorant. CI 77007 is a synthetic colorant that can lead to skin irritation or allergic reactions, particularly in sensitive individuals.
Role in formula: colorant
Original: CI 77007
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: 4280612
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