Colgate Total toothpaste contains an antibacterial ingredient called triclosan. As we recently reported, a Bloomberg News story raised concerns over the potentially harmful effects of the chemical.

A chemical ingredient in a popular toothpaste brand has been linked to cancer-cell growth and disrupted development in animals, Bloomberg reports. The chemical triclosan can be found in Colgate Total, ...

Recent media reports about an ingredient we use in our Colgate Total brand toothpaste are not based on facts or science. As we are talking about one of the best-selling toothpastes in the U.S., we ...

Colgate says Total is safe, citing the rigorous FDA process that led to the toothpaste’s 1997 approval as an over-the-counter drug. Photo: Bloomberg The chemical triclosan has been linked to ...

The chemical triclosan has been linked to cancer-cell growth and disrupted development in animals. Regulators are reviewing whether it’s safe to put in soap, cutting boards and toys. Consumer ...

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ith a launch party on Jan. 31 and a coming Super Bowl commercial, Colgate-Palmolive Co. is making a big splash for its new version of Colgate Total toothpaste. As part of the reformulation, the ...

Add articles to your saved list and come back to them any time. Colgate Total, one of Australia's most popular toothpastes, has come under international scrutiny over health concerns connected with ...

A chemical that has been linked to cancer cell growth is being used by millions of Americans in toothpaste every day, it has emerged, according to a report of Daily Mail Online. The company behind ...

Select independently determines what we cover and recommend. When you buy through our links, we may earn a commission. Learn more. The American Dental Association recommends brushing your teeth for ...

The chemical triclosan has been linked to cancer-cell growth and disrupted development in animals. Regulators are reviewing whether it’s safe to put in soap, cutting boards and toys. Consumer ...