Dr. Lhotka Toothpaste

Ingredients

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  Aqua

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  Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice

  Aloe vera juice is produced from the succulent leaves of the aloe plant, Aloe barbadensis.

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  Hydrated Silica

  Hydrated silica is a form of silicon dioxide (sand).

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  Glycerin

  

  

  Glycerin (also called glycerol) is a naturally occurring alcohol compound and a component of many lipids. Glycerin may be of animal or vegetable origin. This ingredient is listed in the PETA's Caring Consumer guide as a byproduct of soap manufacture which typically uses animal fat.

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  Mentha Piperita Water

  Mentha Piperita (Peppermint) Leaf Water is an aqueous solution of the steam distillateobtained from the leaves of Mentha piperita.

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  Xanthan Gum

  

  Xanthan gum is a polysaccharide, a sugar-based polymer produced by bacteria; it is used as a viscosity agent in personal care products and foods.

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  Mentha Spicata Herb Oil

  Syn: Mentha viridis

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  Disodium Cocoyl Glutamate

  Disodium Cocoyl Glutamate is a disodium salt of the coconut acid amide of glutamic acid.

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  Chondrus Crispus

  Chondrus Crispus (Carrageenan) Extract is an extract of the carrageenan, Chondrus crispus.

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  Mentha Arvensis Leaf Oil

  Mentha Arvensis Leaf Oil is an oil derived from the leaves of Mentha arvensis.

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  Parfum

  The word "fragrance" or "parfum" on the product label represents an undisclosed mixture of various scent chemicals and ingredients used as fragrance dispersants such as diethyl phthalate. Fragrance mixes have been associated with allergies, dermatitis, respiratory distress and potential effects on the reproductive system.

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  Dehydroacetic Acid

  Dehydroacetic acid is a synthetic preservative.

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  Sodium Dehydroacetate

  Sodium dehydroacetate is an antimicrobial ingredient used as preservative.

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  Sodium Fluoride

  Inorganic salt of fluorine.

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  Sodium Cocoyl Glutamate

  Sodium Cocoyl Glutamate is a sodium salt of the Cocoyl Glutamic Acid (q.v.).

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  Stevia Rebaudiana Leaf/stem Extract

  Stevia Rebaudiana Extract is an extract of the aerial parts of Stevia rebaudiana.

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  Potassium Sorbate

  Potassium sorbate is a potassium salt of sorbic acid, a naturally occuringantimicrobial compound; used as a preservative

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  Citric Acid

  Citric acid is an alpha hydroxy acid used in personal care products to adjust the acidity or promote skin peeling and re-growth in the case of anti-aging products. Citric acid is naturally found in citric fruits and juices, providing the characteristic acidic taste.

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  Sodium Benzoate

  Sodium benzoate is a preservative commonly used in foods, pharmaceuticals and cosmetics.

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  Limonene

  Limonene is a scent ingredient and solvent naturally ocurring in the rind of citrus fruit. Upon storage and exposure to sunlight and air, limonene degrades to various oxidation products which act as skin and respiratory irritants and sensitizers.

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  Eugenol

  Eugenol is a naturally occuring scent chemical found in clove oil; also manufactured synthetically. Has been associated with allergies and contact dermatitis.

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  Linalool

  Linalool is a terpene.

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  Citral

  Citral is a naturally occurring scent ingredient; manufactured synthetically on a large scale; associated with allergies and contact dermatitis.

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  Titan-Dioxyde

  Titanium dioxide is an inorganic compound used in a range of body care products such as sunscreens and makeup. It appears to have low skin penetration but inhalation is a concern.