Product Insider 4.3.7

This mobile application stands out for its versatile approach to helping users identify non-toxic personal care products through two primary methods:

1. Scanning product labels to detect toxic ingredients.
2. Selecting specific ingredients to exclude in order to refine searches for safer alternatives.

The application has recently enhanced its functionality by enabling users to take photos of ingredient labels, revealing over 15 commonly found toxic substances. It is free to use, making it a practical tool for consumers looking to make informed choices while shopping.

Some of the toxic ingredients identified by the app include:

• Acrylates
• Benzenes
• BHA/BHT
• Carbon Black/Coal Tar Dye
• Ethanolamine
• Formaldehyde
• Fragrance
• PABA
• Parabens
• PEG/PPG
• Petroleum/Petroleum Jelly
• Phthalates
• Silicones/Siloxanes
• Sulfate
• Triclosan
• Toluene
• Hydroquinone
• Oxybenzone

This application also provides a category-based search function, allowing users to filter products according to specific known toxic ingredients, resulting in a curated list of safe options and direct purchasing links from platforms like Amazon.com.

Furthermore, it includes a dedicated section highlighting Chemicals of Concern as reported by the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) and offers a selection of Lower Risk Products free from toxic substances. Users can also investigate chemical compounds by entering the first three letters of a substance found in personal care products, accessing extensive information from the PubChem database covering various topics such as safety data, first aid measures, and environmental impact.

This application proves to be a comprehensive resource for consumers committed to making safer personal care choices.