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Quick answer: Both score equally on our risk model. Lead is banned in the EU and allowed in the US; Lead acetate is banned in the EU and allowed in the US.
| Property | Lead | Lead acetate |
|---|---|---|
| EU status | Banned | Banned |
| US status | Allowed | Allowed |
| Risk level | high | high |
| Banned in | European Union | European Union |
| Restricted in | — | — |
| Category | heavy metal | heavy metal |
| Where it hides | lipstick (contaminant), kohl | progressive hair dye, men's hair color |
Lead (Lead) is a toxic heavy metal contaminant.
Lead acetate is a lead compound used in progressive darkening hair dyes.
Lead: A potent neurotoxin with no safe level; banned 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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