Fixodent Complete Denture Adhesive Cream || Skin Deep: Cosmetic Safety Reviews

FIXODENT COMPLETE DENTURE ADHESIVE CREAM

last updated: 10/01/09 brand: Fixodent by Procter & Gamble

SCORE

moderate hazard (out of 10)

84%

data gap

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COMPANY POLICIES

Compact for Safe Cosmetics
Non-signer: This company has not signed the Compact.

Animal Testing Policy
This company conducts animal tests.

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, Persistence and bioaccumulation, Organ system toxicity (non-reproductive), Miscellaneous, Contamination concerns, Occupational hazards

Ingredients from packaging: POLYMETHYVINYLETHER MALEIC ACID CALCIUM-ZINC SALT, PETROLATUM, MINERAL OIL, CELLULOSE GUM, SILICON DIOXIDE, FLAVOR, RED 27 ALUMINUM LAKE.

Directions from packaging: 1.Clean and dry dentures thoroughly before applying Fixodent. Apply Fixodent to dentures in strips (as shown in the diagram) or series of dots. Do not apply too close to denture edges. 2.Start with a small amount of product; use more if you need more hold. Press dentures firmly in place and hold briefly. 3.Don't use too much product at first. It may take a few tries to find the right amount for you. 4.Touching the tube nozzle to a wet denture can clog the nozzle. Keep nozzle and cap dry to avoid clogging. 5.To help clean gums, use a soft toothbrush and warm water. 6.Consult your dentist regularly to ensure proper fitting dentures.

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ingredients

	score	data gap	concerns
QUARTZ SILICON DIOXIDE	3	64%	Cancer, Organ system toxicity (non-reproductive), Occupational hazards
FLAVOR	4	100%	Miscellaneous
D&C RED 27 LAKE RED 27 ALUMINUM LAKE	3	91%	Developmental/reproductive toxicity, Neurotoxicity
MINERAL OIL	2	73%	Organ system toxicity (non-reproductive), Occupational hazards
PETROLATUM	2	94%	Organ system toxicity (non-reproductive), Contamination concerns (PAHS)
POLYMETHYVINYLETHER MALEIC ACID CALCIUM-ZINC SALT	2	83%	Allergies/immunotoxicity, Persistence and bioaccumulation
CELLULOSE GUM	1	80%	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 animal studies show tumor formation at high doses		MINERAL OIL, CELLULOSE GUM
One or more in vitro tests on mammalian cells show positive mutation results		QUARTZ

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 moderate doses		CELLULOSE GUM
Human nervous system toxicant - moderate evidence		D&C RED 27 LAKE

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)
Strong evidence of human neurotoxicity		D&C RED 27 LAKE

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)
Limited evidence of immune system toxicity		POLYMETHYVINYLETHER MALEIC ACID CALCIUM-ZINC SALT

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)
Not suspected to be bioaccumulative		QUARTZ, PETROLATUM
Persistent, bioaccumulative in wildlife		POLYMETHYVINYLETHER MALEIC ACID CALCIUM-ZINC SALT

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)
Classified as expected to be toxic or harmful		QUARTZ, PETROLATUM
One or more animal studies show broad systemic effects at high doses (low dose studies may be unavailable for this ingredient)		CELLULOSE GUM
One or more animal studies show classified as toxic effects at moderate doses (low dose studies may be unavailable for this ingredient)		POLYMETHYVINYLETHER MALEIC ACID CALCIUM-ZINC SALT
One or more animal studies show sense organ effects at low doses	products for use around the eyes, mouth, or lips	MINERAL OIL

Miscellaneous*

*This table includes all possible miscellaneous 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 not fully labeled - identity unknown		FLAVOR

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		MINERAL 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)
Not assessed for safety in cosmetics by industry panel		MINERAL OIL, PETROLATUM, POLYMETHYVINYLETHER MALEIC ACID CALCIUM-ZINC SALT, QUARTZ, FLAVOR
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		CELLULOSE GUM

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		QUARTZ
Allowed workplace exposures restricted to moderate doses		MINERAL OIL

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 high doses where the human health implications are not yet well understood		CELLULOSE GUM