EvoMuse Eviscerate HYPERnova - 6 Oz

Notice there are currently no amazon reviews for Hypernova as of October 2018. I believe this can be attributed to the high cost and lengthy list of questionable ingredients. I purchased this product directly from the evolutionarymuse website and have been using it now for a few months. However, I recently began to have some doubts regarding the safety. Although a number of the ingredients seem rather dubious, I am mostly concerned about the following:1. Sesamol: Sesamol is a natural organic compound that is a component of sesame seeds and sesame oil. There is however some evidence that sesame seeds and sesame seed oil can promote cancer. Several studies have found that sesame seed components can stimulate the growth of estrogen-dependent breast cancer cells. Sesamol is also considered a hazardous substance according to Osha 29 CFR 1910.1200. It is believed to cause inflammation of the skin on contact and if entered into the blood stream through cuts or abrasions, Sesamol may produce systemic injury with harmful effects.2. N-Methyl-2 Pyrrolidone: This ingredient is used in the petrochemical and plastics industries as a solvent. Although N-Methyl-2 Pyrrolidone has a low acute toxicity by all relevant routes of exposure, it is readily absorbed into the skin. Due to the potential for chronic toxicity, it is therefore recommended that appropriate gloves and personal protective equipment be worn and that this substance should be handled within a closed system with proper ventilation.3. D-limonene (mispelled as d-limonine on the bottle): Limonene is a chemical found in the peels of citrus fruits and in other plants. Although limonene does not pose a direct threat, once exposed to the air around us, it can produce a carcinogen known as formaldehyde.4. Polyacrylamide: This is a polymer that is formed from units of acrylamide, a known neurotoxin. Although polyacrylamide itself is not considered to be toxic, it is still a controversial ingredient because of its potential ability to secrete acrylamide. Because of this, the Cosmetic Database finds polyacrylamide to be a moderately hazardous ingredient and notes multiple concerns, including neurotoxicity.5. Triethanolamine: Triethanolamine is used for several purposes in a variety of cosmetics and personal care items. Its main purpose is to balance the pH level of products, but it also helps to emulsify ingredients that usually do not blend well. This ensures they spread smoothly on skin and hair and prolongs shelf-life. However, triethanolamine is a reactionary byproduct of two toxic substances: ethylene oxide and ammonia. Although very small doses of this substance are approved by the FDA and the Cosmetic Ingredient Review for use in cosmetics and personal care products, it is recommended only for discontinuous use, meaning that it should be washed off briefly after application. This means that triethanolamine can be dangerous in large doses or over long-term use. In clinical trials done on animals, high doses of triethanolamine caused liver, bladder and testicular cancer. Similar animal studies showed it can have negative effects on organs, even in low doses, especially when applied around the lips, mouth and eyes.What's more concerning is that such questionable ingredients are assisted by the following emulsifiers and compounds to penetrate more deeply into the body.6. Ceteareth-12/20, Ceteareth Alcohol: Ceteareth is often classified as a toxic allergen that can enhance the skin's absorption of other potentially harmful ingredients. The Environmental Working Group recommends that consumers stay away from ingredients that contain the clause "ceteareth," claiming that it can contaminate a product with carcinogens. More specifically, ceteareths may contain 1,4-dioxane and ethylene oxide, both possible human carcinogens.7. Octyl Salicylate: This is another penetration enhancer, meaning that it can increase the amount of other ingredients passing into the skin. This means if there are other potentially hazardous ingredients in the formula such as the ones mentioned above, it can usher these ingredients much more deeply into the skin and potentially into the body.Other than the incredibly lengthy list of dubious ingredients, Hypernova is also dark brown in color, which turns the skin dark brown as well. If left on for too long, the skin remains dark for quite a while, which is kind of concerning to me. Not to mention the fact that the product clumps really badly as the bottle is used more and more. In regards to fat loss, I have used Hypernova for a couple of months and have noticed that the area I applied it to seems to be smaller. However, because of the safety concerns, I'm just not sure about continuing to use this product long term.