Ahava Mineral Botanic Velvet Cream Wash - Hibiscus and Fig
Works for
CleansingAmmonium laureth sulfate, Cocamidopropyl betaine + 6 moreCleanses gently
“The luxurious body wash is enriched with Dead Sea minerals and a blend of Vitamins and Antioxidants.”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (ammonium laureth sulfate, cocamide mea, cocamidopropyl betaine, decyl glucoside, disodium laureth sulfosuccinate, peg-16 macadamia glycerides, peg-7 glyceryl cocoate, xanthan gum) and should be able to cleanse the skin gently. Still keep in mind that any cleansing can disrupt the skin barrier, and most people do not need to cleanse their skin more than once per day.
Even though this formulation is mild, the following cleansing agents could trigger an irritation or allergy for some people: cocamidopropyl betaine, decyl glucoside
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy7 strong irritants: Hibiscus sabdariffa flower extract, Parfum + 5 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Ammonium laureth sulfate~10–12%
Cocamidopropyl betaine~5.7–6.9%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps water and oil mix together. Used as a cleansing ingredient. Could be an allergen
More about Cocamidopropyl betaineGlycerin~3–3.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant
More about GlycerinPeg-7 glyceryl cocoate~2.2–2.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oils and water mix together and works as a cleansing agent
More about Peg-7 glyceryl cocoateCocamide mea~1.9–2.3%
Maris aqua~1.6–1.9%
Styrene/acrylamide copolymer~1.4–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Peg-16 macadamia glycerides~1.1–1.4%
Ficus carica fruit extract~0.8–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that can help neutralize free radicals. The concentrations typically used in cosmetics are too small to have an effect
More about Ficus carica fruit extractHibiscus sabdariffa flower extract~0.6–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that can be irritating. It might contain a compound anthocyanin that could be helpful in neutralizing free radicals
More about Hibiscus sabdariffa flower extractDisodium laureth sulfosuccinate~0.6–0.95%
Polyquaternium-7~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product finish
More about Polyquaternium-7Parfum~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumGuar hydroxypropyltrimonium chloride~0.4–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps water and oil mix together and create a nice product texture
More about Guar hydroxypropyltrimonium chlorideDecyl glucoside~0.4–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together. Can be irritating
More about Decyl glucosideDmdm hydantoin~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
A preservative that releases formaldehyde and can be irritating
More about Dmdm hydantoinSodium hyaluronate~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateAllantoin~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps calm down inflammation in skin and can help reduce itching. Helps to repair the skin barrier and keep skin hydrated
More about AllantoinXanthan gum~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumCitric acid~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidButylphenyl methylpropional~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
A fragrance. Can trigger allergic reactions and be irritating
More about Butylphenyl methylpropionalBenzyl salicylate~0.1–0.15%
Hexyl cinnamal~0.05–0.1%
Limonene~0.05–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneIngredient list view
Water, Ammonium laureth sulfate, Cocamidopropyl betaine, Glycerin, Peg-7 glyceryl cocoate, Cocamide mea, Maris aqua, Styrene/acrylamide copolymer, Peg-16 macadamia glycerides, Ficus carica fruit extract, Hibiscus sabdariffa flower extract, Disodium laureth sulfosuccinate, Polyquaternium-7, Parfum, Guar hydroxypropyltrimonium chloride, Decyl glucoside, Dmdm hydantoin, Sodium hyaluronate, Allantoin, Xanthan gum, Citric acid, Butylphenyl methylpropional, Benzyl salicylate, Hexyl cinnamal, Limonene
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Match % combines shared ingredients, the first five ingredients, shared actives and hero ingredients, irritancy (lower counts in the alternative's favour), texture and body area. Only products in the same routine step are compared.
| AhavaMineral Botanic Velvet Cream Wash - Hibiscus and FigYOUR PRODUCT | Rogé CavaillèsNourishing Shower Cream | NaturiumThe Calmer Ceramide Body Wash | Le Comptoir du BainOrganic Almond Milk Shower Cream | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 39% | 37% | 37% |
| Price | — | $8.62 | $14.13 | $7.78 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 4 of 12 | 4 of 12 | 3 of 12 |
| Key difference | — | Butyrospermum Parkii Butter | Ceramide Eop | Kaolin |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Low | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 9 studies and safety reviews.
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- 3Hibiscus sabdariffa L. – A phytochemical and pharmacological reviewsciencedirect.com
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