Collyrium for Fresh Eyes || Skin Deep: Cosmetic Safety Reviews

COLLYRIUM FOR FRESH EYES

last updated: 10/01/09 brand: Collyrium by Bausch & Lomb

SCORE

moderate hazard (out of 10)

36%

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's animal testing policy is unknown.

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: Endocrine disruption, Organ system toxicity (non-reproductive), Multiple, additive exposure sources, Irritation (skin, eyes, or lungs), Occupational hazards

Ingredients from packaging: Active Ingredients: Boric Acid, Sodium Borate, Sodium Chloride (Eye wash), Purified Water (Eye wash)Inactive Ingredients: Benzalkonium Chloride (0.01%) (PRESERVATIVE ADDED)

Directions from packaging: Flush the affected eye(s) as needed Control the rate of flow of solution by pressure on the bottle When using an eye cup Rinse the cup with Collyrium Eye Wash immediately before each use Avoid contamination of the rim and inside surfaces of cup Fill the cup half full with collyrium Eye Wash and apply the cup to the affected eye(s), pressing tightly to prevent spillage Tilt the head backward. Open eyelids wide and rotate eyeball to thoroughly wash the eye. Rinse cup with clean water after each use Replace cap after use

Warnings from packaging: WarningsDo not use If you have open wounds in or near the eyes, and get medical help right away If solution changes color or becomes cloudy If Bausch & Lomb Neckband on bottle is broken or missing When using this product Do not touch tip of container to any surface to avoid contamination Remove contact lenses before using Replace cap after use Stop use and ask a doctor if You experience eye pain, changes in vision, continued redness or irritation of the eye Condition worsens or persists Keep out of reach of children. If swallowed, get medical help or contact a poison control center right away. Other Information: Store at 15° - 30°C (59° - 86°F) Keep tightly closed Does not contain thimerosal Enclosed eyecup is sterile if packaging is intact Use before expiration date marked on the carton or bottle

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ingredients

	score	data gap	concerns
BORIC ACID	9	65%	Developmental/reproductive toxicity, Violations, restrictions & warnings, Endocrine disruption, Organ system toxicity (non-reproductive), Multiple, additive exposure sources, Occupational hazards
BENZALKONIUM CHLORIDE	7	62%	Violations, restrictions & warnings, Allergies/immunotoxicity, Organ system toxicity (non-reproductive), Irritation (skin, eyes, or lungs)
SODIUM BORATE	6	51%	Developmental/reproductive toxicity, Violations, restrictions & warnings, Organ system toxicity (non-reproductive), Multiple, additive exposure sources, Occupational hazards
SODIUM CHLORIDE	0	0%	innocuous
WATER	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 non-mammalian cells show positive mutation results		SODIUM BORATE, BORIC ACID
One or more in vitro tests on mammalian cells show positive mutation results		SODIUM CHLORIDE, BENZALKONIUM CHLORIDE

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)
Limited evidence of reproductive toxicity		SODIUM BORATE, BORIC ACID

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 BORATE, BORIC ACID, BENZALKONIUM CHLORIDE
Restricted in cosmetics (recommendations or requirements) - use, concentration, or manufacturing restrictions - Use is restricted in Canadian cosmetics		SODIUM BORATE, BENZALKONIUM CHLORIDE, BORIC ACID
Violation of government restrictions - Banned or found unsafe for use in cosmetics		BORIC ACID
Restricted in cosmetics (recommendations or requirements) - use, concentration, or manufacturing restrictions - Japan - restricted for use in some types of cosmetics (concentration limit)		BENZALKONIUM CHLORIDE

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		SODIUM BORATE
One or more animal studies show brain and nervous system effects at moderate doses		BORIC ACID

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)
Human any disruptor - strong evidence		BORIC ACID
One or more animal studies show endocrine system disruption at high doses		SODIUM BORATE

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)
Known human immune system toxicant		BENZALKONIUM CHLORIDE

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 sense organ effects at low doses	products for use around the eyes, mouth, or lips	SODIUM CHLORIDE
One or more animal studies show broad systemic effects at low doses		SODIUM BORATE, BORIC ACID
Possible human immune system toxicant		BENZALKONIUM CHLORIDE

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)
Prohibited for use in food		SODIUM BORATE

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		SODIUM CHLORIDE
Used in food or as an additive with limited or no toxicity information available		SODIUM BORATE, BORIC ACID

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		BORIC ACID, SODIUM CHLORIDE
One or more animal studies show skin irritation at low doses		BENZALKONIUM CHLORIDE

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 low doses		SODIUM BORATE, BORIC ACID