Ingredient
BHT
Scout's take
Butylated hydroxytoluene (BHT) is a synthetic antioxidant preservative. Animal studies have raised concerns about endocrine disruption and potential carcinogenicity at higher doses. The EU SCCS considers it safe at low cosmetic concentrations but recommends caution given accumulating evidence.
More from Scout's analyses
Butylated hydroxytoluene -- synthetic antioxidant. NTP lists as 'reasonably anticipated to be a human carcinogen' at high doses; flagged as endocrine disruptor by EWG.
from the analysis of CeraVe Hydrating Mineral Sunscreen Face SPF 30Butylated hydroxytoluene (BHT) is a synthetic antioxidant preservative with concerns about endocrine disruption and potential carcinogenicity at higher doses.
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