bad word:Selenium Sulfide

Selenium Sulfide

Hazard Score: (EWG Risk Score)

EIGHT

Hazard score key:

Low hazard	Moderate hazard	High hazard

What is it?
Antidandruff Agent; Hair Conditioning Agent

Synoym(s): SELENIUM DISULFIDE

Where is it found?

Hair conditioners, anti-dandruff shampoos

The Risk:
This chemical has been banned in both Europe and Japan and is deemed a possible carcinogen by the EPA, NTP and the state of California EPA. It is also toxic to the respiratory, organ, kidney, cardiovascular, and gastrointestinal systems.  

A few companies using this ingredient:

• Selsun Blue
• Head and Shoulders
• Excel
• Generic anti-dandruff companies including Wal-Mart brand Equate

My Opinion:

This is some nasty stuff. It has also been deemed a wildlife and environmental toxicity. Is getting rid of dandruff really worth the risks?!