Toxicity Exposure from Everyday Productsprelab

Name______Date______

Toxicity Exposure from Everyday ProductsPrelab

Procedure:

1. Brainstorm the most common bands of personal care products used by the students.
   The more detailed the description of the product the better.
   Ex. Coppertone - Water Babies Pure & Simple Sunscreen Lotion SPF 50 instead of just Coppertone, if possible. 
2. Tally totals of personal care products to determine the 3 most commonly used brands.
3. Enter the 3 most commonly used personal care product brands in the table below.

Product Type / Brand #1 / Brand #2 / Brand #3
Sunscreen
Deodorant
Hair Spray
Mousse/ Styling Gel
Shampoo/ Conditioner
Body/Face Lotion
Tooth Paste
Soap

Name ______Date ______Per ______

Toxicity Exposure Frequencies

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Purpose: To investigate student/family chemical exposure from common household personal care
products.

Vocabulary:

Toxicity - is the degree to which a substance can damage a living thing.

Chemical Exposure- Touching (skin absorption), breathing, eating or drinking harmful chemicals.

Dose - amount of something (chemical, physical, or biological) that may impact a living thing; the
greater the amountthe larger the dose

Carcinogen – substance that causes cancer

Neurotoxin – substance that causes harm to the brain and/or nervous system

Allergen - an overreaction of the body's natural defense system that helps fight infections

Immunotoxin- substance that harms/compromises the immune system

Developmental /Reproductive toxin–substance that can cause infertility, birth defects, developmental
delays in children, and reproductive organ cancers

Table: Toxicity Data for Group 1 Sunscreens

Name of Product / Neutrogena Ultra Sheer Body Mist Sun block, SPF 30 / Banana Boat
Sport Performance Ultra Continuous Spray Sunscreen, SPF 15 / Coppertone Sport SPF 30
Toxicity Rating of Product →
Least Toxic 1-10 Most Toxic
# of ingredients in the product that are:
Carcinogens (causes cancer)
Developmental/Reproductive toxins
Neurotoxins
Algerians/ Immunotoxins
Irritants (skin, eyes, or lungs)

Name ______Date ______Per ______

Toxicity Exposure Frequencies

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Purpose: To investigate student/family chemical exposure from common household personal care
products.

Vocabulary:

Toxicity - is the degree to which a substance can damage a living thing.

Chemical Exposure- Touching (skin absorption), breathing, eating or drinking harmful chemicals.

Dose - quantity of something (chemical, physical, or biological) that may impact an organism
biologically; the greater the quantity, the larger the dose

Carcinogen – substance that causes cancer

Neurotoxin – substance that causes harm to the brain and/or nervous system

Allergen - an overreaction of the body's natural defense system that helps fight infections

Immunotoxin- substance that harms/compromises the immune system

Developmental /Reproductive toxin – substance that can cause infertility, birth defects, developmental
delays in children, and reproductive organ cancers

Table: Toxicity Data for Group 2 Deodorant

Name of Product / Secret Flawless Invisible Solid Unscented / Axe Deodorant Body Spray, Phoenix / Degree Ultra clear
Toxicity Rating of Product
Least Toxic 1-10 Most Toxic
# of ingredients in the product that are:
Carcinogens (causes cancer)
Developmental/Reproductive toxins
Neurotoxins
Algerians/ Immunotoxins
Irritants (skin, eyes, or lungs)

Name ______Date ______Per ______

Toxicity Exposure Frequencies

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Purpose: To investigate student/family chemical exposure from common household personal care
products.

Vocabulary:

Toxicity - is the degree to which a substance can damage a living thing.

Chemical Exposure- Touching (skin absorption), breathing, eating or drinking harmful chemicals.

Dose - quantity of something (chemical, physical, or biological) that may impact an organism
biologically; the greater the quantity, the larger the dose

Carcinogen – substance that causes cancer

Neurotoxin – substance that causes harm to the brain and/or nervous system

Allergen - an overreaction of the body's natural defense system that helps fight infections

Immunotoxin- substance that harms/compromises the immune system

Developmental /Reproductive toxin – substance that can cause infertility, birth defects, developmental
delays in children, and reproductive organ cancers

Table: Toxicity Data for Group 3 Hair Spray

Name of Product / Suave Max Hold / White Rain Classic Care Non-Aerosol, Maximum Hold / Aussie Mega Styling Spray, Flexible Hold
Toxicity Rating of Product
Least Toxic 1-10 Most Toxic
# of ingredients in the product that are:
Carcinogens (causes cancer)
Developmental/Reproductive toxins
Neurotoxins
Algerians/ Immunotoxins
Irritants (skin, eyes, or lungs)

Name ______Date ______Per ______

Toxicity Exposure Frequencies

Go to

Purpose: To investigate student/family chemical exposure from common household personal care
products.

Vocabulary:

Toxicity - is the degree to which a substance can damage a living thing.

Chemical Exposure- Touching (skin absorption), breathing, eating or drinking harmful chemicals.

Dose - quantity of something (chemical, physical, or biological) that may impact an organism
biologically; the greater the quantity, the larger the dose

Carcinogen – substance that causes cancer

Neurotoxin – substance that causes harm to the brain and/or nervous system

Allergen - an overreaction of the body's natural defense system that helps fight infections

Immunotoxin- substance that harms/compromises the immune system

Developmental /Reproductive toxin – substance that can cause infertility, birth defects, developmental
delays in children, and reproductive organ cancers

Table: Toxicity Data for Group 4 Mousse/Styling Gel

Name of Product / Suave Mousse-Max Control / Axe Clean-Cut Look Pomade / L.A. Looks Mega Mega Hold
Toxicity Rating of Product
Least Toxic 1-10 Most Toxic
# of ingredients in the product that are:
Carcinogens (causes cancer)
Developmental/Reproductive toxins
Neurotoxins
Algerians/ Immunotoxins
Irritants (skin, eyes, or lungs)

Name ______Date ______Per ______

Toxicity Exposure Frequencies

Go to

Purpose: To investigate student/family chemical exposure from common household personal care
products.

Vocabulary:

Toxicity - is the degree to which a substance can damage a living thing.

Chemical Exposure- Touching (skin absorption), breathing, eating or drinking harmful chemicals.

Dose - quantity of something (chemical, physical, or biological) that may impact an organism
biologically; the greater the quantity, the larger the dose

Carcinogen – substance that causes cancer

Neurotoxin – substance that causes harm to the brain and/or nervous system

Allergen - an overreaction of the body's natural defense system that helps fight infections

Immunotoxin- substance that harms/compromises the immune system

Developmental /Reproductive toxin – substance that can cause infertility, birth defects, developmental
delays in children, and reproductive organ cancers

Table: Toxicity Data for Group 5 Shampoo/Conditioner

Name of Product / Axe Just Clean / Suave Professional Sleek / Pantene Pro-V Classic Clean
Toxicity Rating of Product
Least Toxic 1-10 Most Toxic
# of ingredients in the product that are:
Carcinogens (causes cancer)
Developmental/Reproductive toxins
Neurotoxins
Algerians/ Immunotoxins
Irritants (skin, eyes, or lungs)

Name ______Date ______Per ______

Toxicity Exposure Frequencies

Go to

Purpose: To investigate student/family chemical exposure from common household personal care
products.

Vocabulary:

Toxicity - is the degree to which a substance can damage a living thing.

Chemical Exposure- Touching (skin absorption), breathing, eating or drinking harmful chemicals.

Dose - quantity of something (chemical, physical, or biological) that may impact an organism
biologically; the greater the quantity, the larger the dose

Carcinogen – substance that causes cancer

Neurotoxin – substance that causes harm to the brain and/or nervous system

Allergen - an overreaction of the body's natural defense system that helps fight infections

Immunotoxin- substance that harms/compromises the immune system

Developmental /Reproductive toxin – substance that can cause infertility, birth defects, developmental
delays in children, and reproductive organ cancers

Table: Toxicity Data for Group 6 Body/Face Lotion

Name of Product / Neutrogena Body Moisturizer Norwegian Formula / Aveeno Baby Fragrance Free / Olay Complete Ultra-Rich Moisturizer Lotion For Extra Dry Skin
Toxicity Rating of Product
Least Toxic 1-10 Most Toxic
# of ingredients in the product that are:
Carcinogens (causes cancer)
Developmental/Reproductive toxins
Neurotoxins
Algerians/ Immunotoxins
Irritants (skin, eyes, or lungs)

Name ______Date ______Per ______

Toxicity Exposure Frequencies

Go to

Purpose: To investigate student/family chemical exposure from common household personal care
products.

Vocabulary:

Toxicity - is the degree to which a substance can damage a living thing.

Chemical Exposure- Touching (skin absorption), breathing, eating or drinking harmful chemicals.

Dose - quantity of something (chemical, physical, or biological) that may impact an organism
biologically; the greater the quantity, the larger the dose

Carcinogen – substance that causes cancer

Neurotoxin – substance that causes harm to the brain and/or nervous system

Allergen - an overreaction of the body's natural defense system that helps fight infections

Immunotoxin- substance that harms/compromises the immune system

Developmental /Reproductive toxin – substance that can cause infertility, birth defects, developmental
delays in children, and reproductive organ cancers

Table: Toxicity Data for Group 7 Tooth Paste

Name of Product / Crest Cavity Protection / Colgate Cavity Protection / AquafreshCavity Protection
Toxicity Rating of Product
Least Toxic 1-10 Most Toxic
# of ingredients in the product that are:
Carcinogens (causes cancer)
Developmental/Reproductive toxins
Neurotoxins
Algerians/ Immunotoxins
Irritants (skin, eyes, or lungs)

Name ______Date ______Per ______

Toxicity Exposure Frequencies

Go to

Purpose: To investigate student/family chemical exposure from common household personal care
products.

Vocabulary:

Toxicity - is the degree to which a substance can damage a living thing.

Chemical Exposure- Touching (skin absorption), breathing, eating or drinking harmful chemicals.

Dose - quantity of something (chemical, physical, or biological) that may impact an organism
biologically; the greater the quantity, the larger the dose

Carcinogen – substance that causes cancer

Neurotoxin – substance that causes harm to the brain and/or nervous system

Allergen - an overreaction of the body's natural defense system that helps fight infections

Immunotoxin- substance that harms/compromises the immune system

Developmental /Reproductive toxin – substance that can cause infertility, birth defects, developmental
delays in children, and reproductive organ cancers

Table: Toxicity Data for Group 8 Soap

Name of Product / Dove Beauty Bar With Moisturizing Lotion For Sensitive Skin / Dial Antibacterial deodorant Bar Soap, Gold / Suave For Men Body Wash, Active Sport. Invigorating Clean
Toxicity Rating of Product
Least Toxic 1-10 Most Toxic
# of ingredients in the product that are:
Carcinogens (causes cancer)
Developmental/Reproductive toxins
Neurotoxins
Algerians/ Immunotoxins
Irritants (skin, eyes, or lungs)

Bar graph the toxicity ratings of your 3 products. Put the appropriate labels for Title, Y-axis, X-Axis & product names.

Title :______

______

X-axis Title: ______

Extra Credit:

Bar graph your # of exposures to:

1. Carcinogens (causes cancer)

1. Developmental/Reproductive toxins

1. Neurotoxins

1. Algerians/ Immunotoxins

1. Irritants (skin, eyes, or lungs)