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Quick answer: Lead acetate carries the heavier risk profile. Antimony is banned in the EU and allowed in the US; Lead acetate is banned in the EU and allowed in the US.
| Property | Antimony | Lead acetate |
|---|---|---|
| EU status | Banned | Banned |
| US status | Allowed | Allowed |
| Risk level | medium | high |
| Banned in | European Union | European Union |
| Restricted in | — | — |
| Category | heavy metal | heavy metal |
| Where it hides | kohl eyeliner (contaminant) | progressive hair dye, men's hair color |
Antimony (Antimony) is a toxic heavy metal contaminant.
Lead acetate is a lead compound used in progressive darkening hair dyes.
Antimony: Toxic and restricted; banned as an ingredient in EU cosmetics.
Lead acetate: Lead is a potent neurotoxin with no safe level. Banned in EU cosmetics; the US FDA revoked its authorization in 2018.
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