Cross-Reference Analysis

DEA, MEA & TEA (Ethanolamines) in Sunscreen

Which sunscreen products contain DEA, MEA & TEA (Ethanolamines), and what are the risks?

Hazard Score

7/10

Products Found

About DEA, MEA & TEA (Ethanolamines)

A group of amino acid-based emulsifiers and pH adjusters. Ethanolamines can react with other ingredients to form nitrosamines, which are potent carcinogens. DEA itself is also linked to organ toxicity and developmental harm.

Full ingredient analysis

Banned in EURestricted in CanadaFDA: Not banned in the US. FDA advises manufacturers to remove nitrosamines from products but does not enforce testing.

High Concern

Sunscreen Products Containing DEA, MEA & TEA (Ethanolamines)

0 products found in our database.

No sunscreen products in our database currently contain DEA, MEA & TEA (Ethanolamines) as a flagged ingredient. This ingredient is still commonly found in products from other categories.

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Clean Alternatives

Instead of DEA, MEA & TEA (Ethanolamines), look for sunscreen products made with:

decyl glucoside

coco glucoside

sodium cocoyl glutamate

citric acid (for pH adjustment)

What Numbrrrz Uses Instead

Numbrrrz formulations are ethanolamine-free. Our simple oil-and-wax formula requires no synthetic emulsifiers or pH adjusters.

DEA, MEA & TEA (Ethanolamines) in Other Categories

Face Moisturizer Lip Gloss

FAQ

Why is DEA, MEA & TEA (Ethanolamines) used in sunscreen products?

Act as emulsifiers, foaming agents, and pH adjusters. They create creamy textures and help blend oil and water phases in formulations.

How many sunscreen products contain DEA, MEA & TEA (Ethanolamines)?

In our database, 0 sunscreen products contain DEA, MEA & TEA (Ethanolamines) as a flagged ingredient. The actual number on the market is likely much higher, as our database covers major brands but not every product available.

Is DEA, MEA & TEA (Ethanolamines) more dangerous in sunscreen than other products?

Risk depends on exposure route and frequency. Sunscreen products are applied to the skin, where ingredients can be absorbed into the bloodstream. Daily exposure increases risk of nitrosamine formation and cumulative organ toxicity.

What is a safe alternative to sunscreen with DEA, MEA & TEA (Ethanolamines)?

Look for sunscreen products that use decyl glucoside, coco glucoside, sodium cocoyl glutamate instead of DEA, MEA & TEA (Ethanolamines). Numbrrrz lip balm uses only organic, food-grade ingredients and contains zero flagged chemicals.

Numbrrrz — the power of four clean ingredients

DEA, MEA & TEA (Ethanolamines)-Free Sunscreen Exists.

Numbrrrz lip balm is made with only four organic, food-grade ingredients. No DEA, MEA & TEA (Ethanolamines). No compromise.