Is Total Moisture Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Dr Squatch
This page reviews Total Moisture by Dr Squatch as a other. Its current score is 60/100, suggesting that it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.
If you want the short version, start with these flagged ingredients: Sodium Hydroxide, Chromium Oxide Greens Ci 77288.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes several oils like Elaeis Guineensis (Palm) Oil and Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Oil, which are beneficial but also raises concerns due to the presence of Sodium Hydroxide and Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil, indicating moderate processing.
Main concern
Sodium Hydroxide is a strong base that can be harsh and raises safety concerns in formulations.
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 natural oils like Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Oil, which can provide moisturizing benefits.
- Includes Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter, known for its skin-nourishing properties.
- Glycerin is present, which acts as a humectant, helping to retain moisture.
- Camellia Sinensis (Green Tea) Leaf Extract offers antioxidant properties.
Concerns
- Sodium Hydroxide is a strong base that can be harsh and raises safety concerns in formulations.
- Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil is a processed ingredient that may not align with clean ingredient preferences.
- Chromium Oxide Greens (CI 77288) is a synthetic colorant, which may be viewed negatively by some consumers.
- Kaolin is a clay that can be drying, potentially counteracting the moisturizing intent.
Ingredients breakdown
The ingredient notes below are written to explain what each ingredient does in this other and why it matters.
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Is Elaeis Guineensis Palm Oil safe in this other?
Medium
Elaeis Guineensis Palm Oil is used here as base. Elaeis guineensis (Palm) Oil serves as a moisturizing base in this product, but its sustainability and environmental impact raise concerns.
Role in formula: base
Original: Elaeis Guineensis (Palm) Oil
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Is Cocos Nucifera Coconut Oil safe in this other?
Good
Cocos Nucifera Coconut Oil is used here as base. Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Oil is a natural oil that provides hydration and nourishment, contributing positively to skin moisture.
Role in formula: base
Original: Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Oil
Read the full ingredient profile for Cocos Nucifera Coconut Oil
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Is Water safe in this other?
Good
Water is used here as base. Water acts as a solvent and base for the formulation, essential for hydration and product consistency.
Role in formula: base
Original: Water (Aqua)
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Is Olea Europaea Olive Fruit Oil safe in this other?
Good
Olea Europaea Olive Fruit Oil is used here as base. Olea Europaea (Olive) Fruit Oil is rich in antioxidants and provides moisturizing benefits, enhancing skin health.
Role in formula: base
Original: Olea Europaea (Olive) Fruit Oil
Read the full ingredient profile for Olea Europaea Olive Fruit Oil
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Is Sodium Hydroxide safe in this other?
Bad
Sodium Hydroxide is used here as base. Sodium Hydroxide is a strong alkaline compound used for pH adjustment, but it can be harsh and irritating to the skin.
Role in formula: base
Original: Sodium Hydroxide
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Is Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Sweet Almond Oil safe in this other?
Good
Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Sweet Almond Oil is used here as base. Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Sweet Almond) Oil is a nourishing oil that helps to soften and moisturize the skin effectively.
Role in formula: base
Original: Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Sweet Almond) Oil
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Is Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil safe in this other?
Medium
Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil is used here as base. Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil is a processed fat that can provide texture but may raise concerns about trans fats.
Role in formula: base
Original: Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil
Read the full ingredient profile for Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil
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Is Camellia Sinensis Green Tea Leaf Powder safe in this other?
Good
Camellia Sinensis Green Tea Leaf Powder is used here as natural_extract. Camellia Sinensis (Green Tea) Leaf Powder is rich in antioxidants, providing protective benefits to the skin.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: Camellia Sinensis (Green Tea) Leaf Powder
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Is Camellia Sinensis Green Tea Leaf Extract safe in this other?
Good
Camellia Sinensis Green Tea Leaf Extract is used here as natural_extract. Camellia Sinensis (Green Tea) Leaf Extract offers additional antioxidant properties, enhancing the product's skin benefits.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: Camellia Sinensis (Green Tea) Leaf Extract
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Is Glycerin safe in this other?
Good
Glycerin is used here as humectant. Glycerin is a humectant that draws moisture to the skin, helping to maintain hydration levels effectively.
Role in formula: humectant
Original: Glycerin
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Is Butyrospermum Parkii Shea Butter safe in this other?
Good
Butyrospermum Parkii Shea Butter is used here as base. Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter is a rich emollient that provides deep moisture and nourishment to the skin.
Role in formula: base
Original: Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter
Read the full ingredient profile for Butyrospermum Parkii Shea Butter
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Is Chromium Oxide Greens Ci 77288 safe in this other?
Bad
Chromium Oxide Greens Ci 77288 is used here as colorant. Chromium Oxide Greens (CI 77288) is a synthetic colorant that may raise concerns for consumers preferring natural ingredients.
Role in formula: colorant
Original: Chromium Oxide Greens (CI 77288)
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Is Kaolin safe in this other?
Medium
Kaolin is used here as base. Kaolin is a clay that can absorb excess oil but may also lead to dryness, which could counteract moisturizing effects.
Role in formula: base
Original: Kaolin
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Is Sodium Chloride safe in this other?
Medium
Sodium Chloride is used here as base. Sodium Chloride is used for thickening and stabilizing the formulation, but excessive use can lead to skin irritation.
Role in formula: base
Original: Sodium Chloride
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Is Magnesium Carbonate safe in this other?
Medium
Magnesium Carbonate is used here as base. Magnesium Carbonate is used for texture and stability in formulations, but its effects on skin hydration are minimal.
Role in formula: base
Original: Magnesium Carbonate
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: 3443192
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