Lotion P50 vs Lotion P50W: which is safer?

Lotion P50 is our pick: better on PFAS and on the overall hazard picture.

Our pick

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Lotion P50

PFAS grade

A 90/100

Overall grade

C 78/100

Verdict

Buy

Hazard flags

⚑ 3

Material

Water, glycerin, botanical extracts, humectants

Confidence

78%

PossibleFragrance allergens (botanical extracts and essential oils if present)

PossibleMicrobial growth in water-based formulation

PossibleContact irritation or sensitization from botanical components

Why this gradeBuy

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Lotion P50W

PFAS grade

C 75/100

Overall grade

F 63/100

Verdict

Buy

Hazard flags

⚑ 3

Material

water-based cosmetic lotion with typical emulsifiers and preservatives

Confidence

72%

PossiblePreservative contact sensitization

PossibleFragrance allergen load

PossibleMicrobial contamination from storage or use

Why this gradeBuy

Both products run through the same public rubric: materials, coatings, brand disclosure, lab findings, and recalls, plus a beyond-PFAS hazard analysis. Grades are model-based estimates, not lab tests. How grades work →

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