TROPICAL SANDS SUNLESS TANNING SPRAY
last updated: 03/17/09 brand: Tropical Sands by Mexitan Products
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Given the incomplete information made available by companies and the government, EWG provides additional information on personal care product ingredients from the published scientific literature. The chart below indicates that research studies have found that exposure to one or more ingredients in this product -- not the product itself -- caused the indicated health effect(s) in the studies reviewed by Skin Deep researchers. Actual health risks, if any, will vary based on the level of exposure to the ingredient and individual susceptibility -- information not available in Skin Deep.
Ingredients in this product are linked to: | |
 | Cancer |
| Developmental/reproductive toxicity |
| Violations, restrictions & warnings |
 | Allergies/immunotoxicity |
| Other concerns for ingredients used in this product: Organ system toxicity (non-reproductive), Multiple, additive exposure sources, Irritation (skin, eyes, or lungs), Enhanced skin absorption, Contamination concerns, Occupational hazards |
Ingredients from packaging: Deionized Water, SD-Alcohol 40B, Glycerin, DHA, Green Tea Extract, Grapefruit Seed Extract, Pomegranate Extract, Carrot Extract, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Lauryl Sulfate, Sodium Benzoate, Tetrasodium EDTA
Directions from packaging: SHAKE WELL. Spray generously on freshly exfoliated skin and rub in for even application. Allow to dry for 2-3 minutes. A darker skin tone will develop within 6-10 hours when applied as directed. Apply up to twice daily until the desired results are achieved, and regularly thereafter. Wash hands with soap immediately after use.
Warnings from packaging: Keep out of reach of children. Avoid contact with eyes and lips. Spray onto hands and apply to face. If irritation occurs, wash with soap and water and discontinue use. Do not inhale. Apply in a well-ventilated area. Avoid spraying on clothing or other materials as staining may occur. This product does not contain a sunscreen and will not prevent sunburn. Use caution and limit amount of time exposed to sunlight. Repeated sun exposure or indoor tanning can increase the risk of skin cancer, skin aging, and other ailments, even without a sunburn.
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ingredients
| score | data gap | concerns | |
| DIHYDROXYACETONE DHA | 5 | 73% | Violations, restrictions & warnings, Multiple, additive exposure sources |
| SD ALCOHOL 40B | 4 | 81% | Cancer, Developmental/reproductive toxicity, Organ system toxicity (non-reproductive), Multiple, additive exposure sources, Enhanced skin absorption |
| TETRASODIUM EDTA | 2 | 80% | Organ system toxicity (non-reproductive), Irritation (skin, eyes, or lungs), Enhanced skin absorption, Occupational hazards |
| CITRUS GRANDIS (GRAPEFRUIT) SEED EXTRACT | 3 | 100% | Multiple, additive exposure sources, Contamination concerns (BENZETHONIUM CHLORIDE, METHYLPARABEN, TRICLOSAN) |
| SODIUM LAURYL SULFATE | 3 | 68% | Organ system toxicity (non-reproductive), Irritation (skin, eyes, or lungs) |
| GLYCERIN | 2 | 74% | Organ system toxicity (non-reproductive), Occupational hazards |
| SODIUM BENZOATE | 2 | 67% | Organ system toxicity (non-reproductive) |
| POTASSIUM SORBATE | 1 | 85% | none identified |
| CAMELLIA OLEIFERA (TEA-OIL CAMELLIA) SEED EXTRACT GREEN TEA EXTRACT | 0 | 100% | none identified |
| DAUCUS CAROTA SATIVA (CARROT) ROOT EXTRACT CARROT EXTRACT | 0 | 100% | none identified |
| WATER (DEIONIZED) | 0 | 0% | innocuous |
Cancer*
*This table includes all possible cancer concerns for the ingredients used by this manufacturer. Some categorizations depend on how the product is used or formulated.
| type of concern | product conditions | ingredient(s) |
| One or more in vitro tests on mammalian cells show positive mutation results | SODIUM LAURYL SULFATE, SODIUM BENZOATE, POTASSIUM SORBATE, GLYCERIN, DIHYDROXYACETONE | |
| Cancer - limited evidence | SD ALCOHOL 40B |
Developmental/reproductive toxicity*
*This table includes all possible developmental/reproductive toxicity concerns for the ingredients used by this manufacturer. Some categorizations depend on how the product is used or formulated.
| type of concern | product conditions | ingredient(s) |
| One or more animal studies show reproductive effects at high doses | SODIUM LAURYL SULFATE, SODIUM BENZOATE | |
| One or more animal studies show reproductive effects at moderate doses | GLYCERIN | |
| Limited evidence of reproductive toxicity | SD ALCOHOL 40B |
Violations, restrictions & warnings*
*This table includes all possible violations, restrictions & warnings concerns for the ingredients used by this manufacturer. Some categorizations depend on how the product is used or formulated.
| type of concern | product conditions | ingredient(s) |
| Determined safe for use in cosmetics, subject to concentration or use limitations - Safe for use in cosmetics with some qualifications | SODIUM LAURYL SULFATE, SODIUM BENZOATE | |
| Violation of government restrictions - Restricted in cosmetics; use, concentration, or manufacturing restrictions - Color additive not approved by FDA for cosmetics used around eyes | products for use around the eyes | DIHYDROXYACETONE |
Neurotoxicity*
*This table includes all possible neurotoxicity concerns for the ingredients used by this manufacturer. Some categorizations depend on how the product is used or formulated.
| type of concern | product conditions | ingredient(s) |
| nervous system - weight of evidence unknown/unassessed/unreview: published lit review or major tox study | SD ALCOHOL 40B | |
| One or more animal studies show brain and nervous system effects at high doses | POTASSIUM SORBATE, GLYCERIN | |
| One or more animal studies show brain and nervous system effects at moderate doses | SODIUM LAURYL SULFATE, SODIUM BENZOATE |
Endocrine disruption*
*This table includes all possible endocrine disruption concerns for the ingredients used by this manufacturer. Some categorizations depend on how the product is used or formulated.
| type of concern | product conditions | ingredient(s) |
| One or more animal studies show endocrine system disruption at high doses | SODIUM LAURYL SULFATE, SODIUM BENZOATE, GLYCERIN |
Organ system toxicity (non-reproductive)*
*This table includes all possible organ system toxicity (non-reproductive) concerns for the ingredients used by this manufacturer. Some categorizations depend on how the product is used or formulated.
| type of concern | product conditions | ingredient(s) |
| One or more animal studies show broad systemic effects at high doses (low dose studies may be unavailable for this ingredient) | DIHYDROXYACETONE | |
| One or more animal studies show broad systemic effects at moderate doses (low dose studies may be unavailable for this ingredient) | POTASSIUM SORBATE | |
| Limited evidence of gastrointestinal or liver toxicity | SD ALCOHOL 40B | |
| One or more animal studies show broad systemic effects at low doses | SODIUM LAURYL SULFATE, SODIUM BENZOATE | |
| One or more animal studies show kidney or renal system effects at very low doses | GLYCERIN | |
| Limited evidence of eye toxicity | products for use around the eyes | TETRASODIUM EDTA |
Multiple, additive exposure sources*
*This table includes all possible multiple, additive exposure sources concerns for the ingredients used by this manufacturer. Some categorizations depend on how the product is used or formulated.
| type of concern | product conditions | ingredient(s) |
| Designated as safe for general or specific, limited use in food | TETRASODIUM EDTA, SODIUM LAURYL SULFATE, SODIUM BENZOATE, POTASSIUM SORBATE, GLYCERIN | |
| Used in food or as an additive with limited or no toxicity information available | SD ALCOHOL 40B, DIHYDROXYACETONE, CITRUS GRANDIS (GRAPEFRUIT) SEED EXTRACT |
Irritation (skin, eyes, or lungs)*
*This table includes all possible irritation (skin, eyes, or lungs) concerns for the ingredients used by this manufacturer. Some categorizations depend on how the product is used or formulated.
| type of concern | product conditions | ingredient(s) |
| One or more animal studies show skin irritation at high doses | SODIUM BENZOATE | |
| One or more animal studies show skin irritation at moderate doses | GLYCERIN | |
| One or more animal studies show skin irritation at low doses | TETRASODIUM EDTA | |
| Human any irritant - strong evidence | products for use around the eyes, on the skin, or may be aerosolized (airborne) | SODIUM LAURYL SULFATE |
Data gaps*
*This table includes all possible data gaps concerns for the ingredients used by this manufacturer. Some categorizations depend on how the product is used or formulated.
| type of concern | product conditions | ingredient(s) |
| Safety unknown for products that may be inhaled | products that may be aerosolized (airborne) | SODIUM BENZOATE |
| Risk assessment method deficiencies and data gaps - Maximum reported "as used" concentration is basis of safety assessment by industry safety panel (Cosmetic Ingredient Review, CIR) - implicit safe concentration limit in product | TETRASODIUM EDTA, SD ALCOHOL 40B, POTASSIUM SORBATE | |
| Not assessed for safety in cosmetics by industry panel | GLYCERIN, DAUCUS CAROTA SATIVA (CARROT) ROOT EXTRACT, CITRUS GRANDIS (GRAPEFRUIT) SEED EXTRACT, CAMELLIA OLEIFERA (TEA-OIL CAMELLIA) SEED EXTRACT |
Occupational hazards*
*This table includes all possible occupational hazards concerns for the ingredients used by this manufacturer. Some categorizations depend on how the product is used or formulated.
| type of concern | product conditions | ingredient(s) |
| Allowed workplace exposures restricted to moderate doses | GLYCERIN | |
| Allowed workplace exposures restricted to low doses | TETRASODIUM EDTA |
Biochemical or cellular level changes*
*This table includes all possible biochemical or cellular level changes concerns for the ingredients used by this manufacturer. Some categorizations depend on how the product is used or formulated.
| type of concern | product conditions | ingredient(s) |
| One or more animal studies show biochemical changes at moderate doses where the human health implications are not yet well understood | SODIUM LAURYL SULFATE | |
| One or more animal studies show biochemical changes at high doses where the human health implications are not yet well understood | GLYCERIN, SODIUM BENZOATE |
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