Works for
CleansingSodium cocoyl glutamate, Sodium lauroamphoacetateCleanses gently
“Nirvana Hand & Body Wash”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (sodium cocoyl glutamate, sodium lauroamphoacetate) 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.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy5 strong irritants: Hibiscus sabdariffa flower extract, Alcohol + 3 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Sodium cocoyl glutamate~8.1–12.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Sodium cocoyl glutamateGlycerin~3.2–4.8%
- 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 GlycerinSodium lauroamphoacetate~3.3–5%
Actinidia chinensis seed oil~2–3.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Phormium tenax extract~1.6–2.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Hibiscus sabdariffa flower extract~1.3–2%
- 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 extractPersea gratissima oil~1.2–1.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient that helps soften the skin and could be helpful in repairing its barrier function
More about Persea gratissima oilAnthemis nobilis flower oil~0.9–1.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil that is used as a fragrance and can be irritating. It might have some anti-oxidant effect in skin
More about Anthemis nobilis flower oilRibes nigrum seed oil~0.55–1.25%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient. Can be helpful for restoring skin barrier function.
More about Ribes nigrum seed oilSimmondsia chinensis seed oil~0.45–1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Softens the upper layer of skin and helps restore the healthy skin barrier. Has shown to help calm down inflammation in skin. It is a stable oil, meaning that it retains its properties even when exposed to air.
More about Simmondsia chinensis seed oilCamellia sinensis leaf extract~0.3–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Can contain potent anti-oxidant compounds (abbreviated ECG, GCG, EGC, and EGCG) that might help protect the skin from free radicals. Can help calm down inflammation and has some anti-bacterial properties. Unfortunately, these antioxidants are unstable and lose their effectiveness very quickly in products. The concentration of the antioxidant compounds in the extract also tends to be low to be effective in topical formulation
More about Camellia sinensis leaf extractPetroselinum crispum seed oil~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Hydrolyzed wheat protein~0.15–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Avoid if sensitive to gluten
More about Hydrolyzed wheat proteinPotassium sorbate~0.1–0.45%
Guar hydroxypropyltrimonium chloride~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps water and oil mix together and create a nice product texture
More about Guar hydroxypropyltrimonium chlorideCitric acid~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidPropylene glycol~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together and can enhance the penetration of other ingredients into the skin. It can be irritating
More about Propylene glycolFumaric acid~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Benzyl alcohol~0.05–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
A preservative. Can be used to mask unpleasant smell. Can be irritating
More about Benzyl alcoholSodium benzoate~0.05–0.2%
Dehydroacetic acid~0.05–0.15%
Alcohol~0.05–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- High
Can be drying and contribute to skin irritation. Used in formulars to dissolve other ingredients, create a thinner product consistency or for its antibacterial properties
More about AlcoholParfum~0.01–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumLimonene~0.01–0.05%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneLinalool~0.01–0.05%
Ingredient list view
Water, Sodium cocoyl glutamate, Glycerin, Sodium lauroamphoacetate, Actinidia chinensis seed oil, Phormium tenax extract, Hibiscus sabdariffa flower extract, Persea gratissima oil, Anthemis nobilis flower oil, Ribes nigrum seed oil, Simmondsia chinensis seed oil, Camellia sinensis leaf extract, Petroselinum crispum seed oil, Hydrolyzed wheat protein, Potassium sorbate, Guar hydroxypropyltrimonium chloride, Citric acid, Propylene glycol, Fumaric acid, Benzyl alcohol, Sodium benzoate, Dehydroacetic acid, Alcohol, Parfum, Limonene, Linalool
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Worth comparing, line by line.
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.
| AntipodesNirvana Hand & Body WashYOUR PRODUCT | BHAWAPearl Jasmine Shower Gel | Charles + LeeHand and Body Wash | Rogé CavaillèsCream of Milk Shower Gel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 39% | 38% | 38% |
| Price | — | $27.40 | $21.06 | $5.72 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 7 | 7 of 7 | 2 of 7 |
| Key difference | — | Decyl Glucoside | — | Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | High | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | Contains drying alcohol | — | — | — |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 13 studies and safety reviews.
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- 5Hibiscus sabdariffa L. – A phytochemical and pharmacological reviewsciencedirect.com
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