NARS SHEER LIPSTICK, CAPTIVA
last updated: 04/01/05 brand: NARS by NARS Cosmetics
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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: Neurotoxicity, Endocrine disruption, Persistence and bioaccumulation, Organ system toxicity (non-reproductive), Irritation (skin, eyes, or lungs), Enhanced skin absorption, Contamination concerns, Occupational hazards, Biochemical or cellular level changes |
Ingredients from packaging: RICINUS COMMUNIS (RICINUS COMMUNIS [CASTOR] SEED OIL), CAPRYLIC/CAPRICTRIGLYCERIDE, ISOPROPYL LANOLATE, BEESWAX (CERA ALBA), EUPHORBIA CERIFERA WAX (CANDELILLA), CETYL LACTATE, OZOKERITE, ETHYLHEXYL METHOXYCINNAMATE, TOCOPHEROL, METHYLPARABEN, ASCORBYL PALMITATE, PROPYLPARABEN, (+/- [MAY CONTAIN]: MICA, TITANIUM DIOXIDE (CI 77891), IRON OXIDES (CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499), MANGANESE VIOLET (CI 77742), CARMINE (CI 75470), RED 6 LAKE (CI 15850), RED 7 LAKE (CI 15850), RED 27 LAKE (CI 45410), RED 28 LAKE (CI 45410), RED 30 LAKE (CI 12085), RED 33 LAKE (CI 17200), RED 36 LAKE (CI 12085), ORANGE 5 (CI 45370), YELLOW 5 LAKE (CI 19140), YELLOW 6 LAKE (CI 15985), BLUE 1 LAKE (CI 42090)
Directions from packaging: Application Technique:Once the lips have been defined with appropriate lip liner, use the Lip Brush to apply lipstick to the lip. Using the Lip Brush will provide control and aid in blending. Applying the lipstick directly from the tube will allow a richer application of color. For more of a matte finish and to remove excess product, place tissue over the lips and gently smooth finger over the lips. Application Tip:For Extra Long Lasting Color:Define and fill in entire lip with lip liner. Apply lip color directly from tube. Using only a single ply of tissue place tissue over the lips. Using a powder puff or sponge, pat loose powder over the lips to set. Reapply lipstick. Full Looking Lips:Add Lip Gloss or Lip Lacquer just in the center of the bottom lip and at the bow of the top lip.
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ingredients
| score | data gap | concerns | |
| METHYLPARABEN | 8 | 65% | Violations, restrictions & warnings, Allergies/immunotoxicity, Organ system toxicity (non-reproductive), Irritation (skin, eyes, or lungs), Biochemical or cellular level changes |
| OCTINOXATE (OCTYL METHOXYCINNAMATE) ETHYLHEXYL METHOXYCINNAMATE (Active Ingredient) | 6 | 66% | Violations, restrictions & warnings, Allergies/immunotoxicity, Persistence and bioaccumulation, Enhanced skin absorption, Biochemical or cellular level changes |
| D&C RED 30 LAKE | 4 | 72% | Developmental/reproductive toxicity, Neurotoxicity, Persistence and bioaccumulation |
| D&C RED 27 LAKE | 3 | 91% | Developmental/reproductive toxicity, Neurotoxicity |
| FD&C BLUE 1 ALUMINUM LAKE BLUE 1 LAKE | 4 | 91% | Developmental/reproductive toxicity, Neurotoxicity, Organ system toxicity (non-reproductive) |
| FD&C YELLOW 5 ALUMINUM LAKE YELLOW 5 LAKE | 4 | 91% | Developmental/reproductive toxicity, Neurotoxicity, Organ system toxicity (non-reproductive) |
| PROPYLPARABEN | 4 | 82% | Developmental/reproductive toxicity, Endocrine disruption, Allergies/immunotoxicity, Organ system toxicity (non-reproductive) |
| TITANIUM DIOXIDE (NON-NANO) | 1 | 82% | Allergies/immunotoxicity, Organ system toxicity (non-reproductive), Occupational hazards, Biochemical or cellular level changes |
| CETYL LACTATE | 4 | 74% | Violations, restrictions & warnings |
| D&C RED 7 LAKE | 4 | 73% | Developmental/reproductive toxicity, Neurotoxicity |
| D&C RED 28 ALUMINUM LAKE RED 28 LAKE | 4 | 72% | Developmental/reproductive toxicity, Neurotoxicity, Organ system toxicity (non-reproductive) |
| D&C ORANGE 5 | 1 | 71% | none identified |
| ISOPROPYL LANOLATE | 3 | 84% | Allergies/immunotoxicity |
| CI 77491 | 2 | 76% | Persistence and bioaccumulation, Occupational hazards, Biochemical or cellular level changes |
| MICA | 3 | 75% | Persistence and bioaccumulation, Organ system toxicity (non-reproductive), Occupational hazards |
| CI 77499 | 3 | 74% | Persistence and bioaccumulation, Organ system toxicity (non-reproductive), Occupational hazards, Biochemical or cellular level changes |
| TOCOPHEROL | 2 | 87% | Contamination concerns (HYDROQUINONE) |
| IRON OXIDES | 2 | 85% | Persistence and bioaccumulation, Enhanced skin absorption |
| CASTOR OIL RICINUS COMMUNIS (RICINUS COMMUNIS [CASTOR] SEED OIL) | 2 | 80% | Developmental/reproductive toxicity, Irritation (skin, eyes, or lungs), Enhanced skin absorption |
| FD&C YELLOW 6 LAKE | 2 | 70% | none identified |
| CAPRYLIC/ CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE | 0 | 94% | none identified |
| CARMINE | 0 | 94% | none identified |
| MANGANESE VIOLET | 0 | 94% | none identified |
| OZOKERITE | 1 | 91% | none identified |
| ASCORBYL PALMITATE (VITAMIN C PALMITATE) | 1 | 88% | none identified |
| D&C RED 36 LAKE | 1 | 76% | none identified |
| D&C RED 6 LAKE | 1 | 76% | none identified |
| D&C RED 33 LAKE | 1 | 75% | none identified |
| CI 77492 | 0 | 100% | none identified |
| BEESWAX | 0 | 93% | none identified |
| EUPHORBIA CERIFERA (CANDELILLA) WAX EUPHORBIA CERIFERA WAX (CANDELILLA) | 0 | 93% | none identified |
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 non-mammalian cells show positive mutation results | D&C RED 33 LAKE, D&C ORANGE 5 | |
| One or more in vitro tests on mammalian cells show positive mutation results | TOCOPHEROL, TITANIUM DIOXIDE (NON-NANO), PROPYLPARABEN, METHYLPARABEN | |
| Cancer - not classifiable/not likely to be human carcinogen | CETYL LACTATE | |
| Cancer - not classifiable/not likely to be human carcinogen | CI 77499, CI 77491, FD&C YELLOW 6 LAKE |
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 any effects at low doses | PROPYLPARABEN | |
| One or more animal studies show reproductive effects at moderate doses | OCTINOXATE (OCTYL METHOXYCINNAMATE) | |
| Human nervous system toxicant - moderate evidence | FD&C YELLOW 5 ALUMINUM LAKE, FD&C BLUE 1 ALUMINUM LAKE, D&C RED 7 LAKE, D&C RED 30 LAKE, D&C RED 28 ALUMINUM LAKE, D&C RED 27 LAKE | |
| Limited evidence of reproductive toxicity | CASTOR OIL |
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 | CETYL LACTATE, D&C ORANGE 5, FD&C YELLOW 6 LAKE, D&C RED 7 LAKE, D&C RED 6 LAKE, D&C RED 36 LAKE, D&C RED 33 LAKE, D&C RED 28 ALUMINUM LAKE, D&C RED 30 LAKE | |
| Restricted in cosmetics (recommendations or requirements) - use, concentration, or manufacturing restrictions - Japan - restricted for use in some types of cosmetics (concentration limit) | products for use around the eyes; products for use on the lips | OCTINOXATE (OCTYL METHOXYCINNAMATE) |
| Violation of industry recommendations - Restricted in cosmetics; use, concentration, or manufacturing restrictions - Allowable pH limits | CETYL LACTATE | |
| Violation of government restrictions - Banned or found unsafe for use in cosmetics | METHYLPARABEN |
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) |
| One or more animal studies show brain and nervous system effects at high doses | FD&C YELLOW 6 LAKE | |
| One or more animal studies show brain and nervous system effects at moderate doses | METHYLPARABEN | |
| Strong evidence of human neurotoxicity | FD&C YELLOW 5 ALUMINUM LAKE, FD&C BLUE 1 ALUMINUM LAKE, D&C RED 7 LAKE, D&C RED 30 LAKE, D&C RED 28 ALUMINUM LAKE, D&C RED 27 LAKE |
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 | FD&C YELLOW 6 LAKE, D&C ORANGE 5 | |
| One or more studies show weak endocrine disruption | OCTINOXATE (OCTYL METHOXYCINNAMATE), METHYLPARABEN | |
| Limited evidence of any disruption | PROPYLPARABEN |
Allergies/immunotoxicity*
*This table includes all possible allergies/immunotoxicity 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 gastrointestinal effects at moderate doses | MICA | |
| One or more human case studies show possible photoallergic effects | OCTINOXATE (OCTYL METHOXYCINNAMATE) | |
| One or more animal studies show immune effects at low doses | TITANIUM DIOXIDE (NON-NANO) | |
| Human skin toxicant - strong evidence | PROPYLPARABEN, METHYLPARABEN, ISOPROPYL LANOLATE |
Persistence and bioaccumulation*
*This table includes all possible persistence and bioaccumulation 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) |
| Ingredient is suspected or measured to accumulate in people | OCTINOXATE (OCTYL METHOXYCINNAMATE) | |
| Persistent, bioaccumulative in wildlife | D&C RED 30 LAKE | |
| Persistent, bioaccumulative in wildlife and humans | CI 77499, IRON OXIDES, MICA |
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 liver effects at high doses (low dose studies may be unavailable for this ingredient) | OCTINOXATE (OCTYL METHOXYCINNAMATE) | |
| One or more animal studies show kidney or renal system effects at high doses (low dose studies may be unavailable for this ingredient) | D&C ORANGE 5, FD&C YELLOW 6 LAKE, ASCORBYL PALMITATE (VITAMIN C PALMITATE) | |
| One or more animal studies show sense organ effects at moderate doses (low dose studies may be unavailable for this ingredient) | products for use around the eyes, mouth, or lips | OZOKERITE, ISOPROPYL LANOLATE, CASTOR OIL |
| Limited evidence of sense organ toxicity | PROPYLPARABEN, CI 77499, FD&C YELLOW 5 ALUMINUM LAKE, FD&C BLUE 1 ALUMINUM LAKE, D&C RED 28 ALUMINUM LAKE | |
| One or more animal studies show cardiovascular effects at very low doses | TITANIUM DIOXIDE (NON-NANO) | |
| Possible human respiratory toxicant | MICA | |
| Known human any toxicant | METHYLPARABEN |
Ecotoxicology*
*This table includes all possible ecotoxicology 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) |
| Wildlife and environmental toxicity | OCTINOXATE (OCTYL METHOXYCINNAMATE) | |
| Wildlife and environmental toxicity | PROPYLPARABEN |
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 moderate doses | TITANIUM DIOXIDE (NON-NANO), OZOKERITE, ISOPROPYL LANOLATE | |
| One or more animal studies show skin irritation at low doses | METHYLPARABEN | |
| Human any irritant - strong evidence | products for use around the eyes, on the skin, or may be aerosolized (airborne) | CASTOR OIL |
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 assessment was based on related chemical | CASTOR OIL | |
| 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 | TOCOPHEROL, PROPYLPARABEN, OZOKERITE, METHYLPARABEN, ISOPROPYL LANOLATE, CASTOR OIL, EUPHORBIA CERIFERA (CANDELILLA) WAX, BEESWAX, ASCORBYL PALMITATE (VITAMIN C PALMITATE) | |
| Not assessed for safety in cosmetics by industry panel | CI 77499, CI 77492, TITANIUM DIOXIDE (NON-NANO), CAPRYLIC/ CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE |
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 very low doses | CI 77491 | |
| Allowed workplace exposures restricted to moderate doses | CI 77499 | |
| Allowed workplace exposures restricted to low doses | MICA, | |
| Allowed workplace exposures restricted to low doses | TITANIUM DIOXIDE (NON-NANO) |
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) |
| Interferes with gene expresion | METHYLPARABEN | |
| Produces excess reactive oxygen species that can interfere with cellular signaling, cause mutations, lead to cell death and may be implicated in cardiovascular disease. | OCTINOXATE (OCTYL METHOXYCINNAMATE) | |
| One or more animal studies show biochemical changes at low doses where the human health implications are not yet well understood | CI 77499, CI 77491 | |
| One or more animal studies show biochemical changes at very low doses where the human health implications are not yet well understood | TITANIUM DIOXIDE (NON-NANO) |
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