Bug Off! Bug Off! Insect Repelling Wrist Band, Glow in the Dark (2006 formulation) || Skin Deep: Cosmetic Safety Reviews

BUG OFF! BUG OFF! INSECT REPELLING WRIST BAND, GLOW IN THE DARK (2006 FORMULATION)

last updated: 05/01/06 brand: Bug Off! by Kaz Inc.

SCORE

low hazard (out of 10)

79%

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 does not test on animals.

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), Irritation (skin, eyes, or lungs), Contamination concerns

Ingredients from packaging: ACTIVE INGREDIENTS: CITRONELLA 8.4%, GERANIOL 5.2%, LEMONGRASS OIL 2.4% INACTIVE INGREDIENTS: POLYETHYLENE 84.0%

Directions from packaging: For Use: + Remove Bug-Off! band from its sealed two part reusable container (save container for storage). + If glow becomes dim, recharge under a light for at least 30 minutes. Glow can be recharged over and over. + Place Bug-Off! band around wrist or ankle. Insect populations vary from region to region and by weather conditions so for even greater effectiveness, use multiple Bug-Off! bands and place around both wrists or ankles. + Return Bug-Off! band to its container when not in use and store. + When used and stored properly, Bug-Off! band's aroma will last up to 180 hours. + Please dispose of properly in any waste receptacle.

Warnings from packaging: Cautions: In rare cases, certain people may experience mild skin irritation or rashes. If this occurs, wash affected area with mild soap and water and discontinue use. If product is ingested, nausea may occur. Drink plenty of water. If symptoms continue, contact your physician. Not recommended for children under 3 years of age.

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ingredients

	score	data gap	concerns
POLYETHYLENE	6	69%	Allergies/immunotoxicity, Organ system toxicity (non-reproductive), Irritation (skin, eyes, or lungs), Contamination concerns (ETHYLENE OXIDE, 1,4-DIOXANE)
GERANIOL (Active Ingredient)	6	61%	Violations, restrictions & warnings, Allergies/immunotoxicity, Organ system toxicity (non-reproductive), Irritation (skin, eyes, or lungs)
CYMBOPOGON (LEMON GRASS) OIL (Active Ingredient)	1	94%	Irritation (skin, eyes, or lungs)
CITRONELLA (Active Ingredient)	0	100%	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)
Cancer - not classifiable/not likely to be human carcinogen		POLYETHYLENE

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		POLYETHYLENE

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		POLYETHYLENE
One or more animal studies show brain and nervous system effects at moderate doses		GERANIOL

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		GERANIOL
Human immune system toxicant - moderate evidence		POLYETHYLENE

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 low doses		GERANIOL
Possible human immune system toxicant		POLYETHYLENE

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)
Not known to be a wildlife or environmental toxin		POLYETHYLENE, CYMBOPOGON (LEMON GRASS) OIL
Wildlife and environmental toxicity		GERANIOL

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 low doses		CYMBOPOGON (LEMON GRASS) OIL
One or more animal studies show skin irritation at very low doses		GERANIOL
Human any irritant - strong evidence	products for use around the eyes, on the skin, or may be aerosolized (airborne)	POLYETHYLENE

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)
Considered safe based on assumption of low absorption		POLYETHYLENE
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		POLYETHYLENE
Not assessed for safety in cosmetics by industry panel		GERANIOL, CYMBOPOGON (LEMON GRASS) OIL, CITRONELLA
Missing safety data noted by cosmetic industry review		POLYETHYLENE