Works for
CleansingSodium laureth sulfate, Cocamide mea + 2 moreCan be harsh
“This slightly acidic body wash helps cleanse the body with a rich foam.”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin.
It contains the following cleansing agents that tend to be harsh on the skin: sodium laureth sulfate.
The following cleansing agents are typically mild, but still can cause an irritation or allergy for some people cocamidopropyl betaine.
Keep in mind that 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?
Irritancy8 strong irritants: Oenothera biennis flower extract, Hamamelis virginiana leaf extract + 6 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
Comedogenic1 ingredient rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale1 flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Sodium laureth sulfate~11–13%
- Irritation risk
- High
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
Works as a foaming cleansing agent
More about Sodium laureth sulfateGlycerin~3.9–4.8%
- 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 GlycerinPropylene glycol~3.1–3.8%
- 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 glycolCocamide mea~2.3–2.8%
Lauramide dea~1.9–2.3%
Polyquaternium-10~1.6–2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product finish
More about Polyquaternium-10Cocamidopropyl betaine~2–2.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps water and oil mix together. Used as a cleansing ingredient. Could be an allergen
More about Cocamidopropyl betaineSodium chloride~1.2–1.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize mixtures of oil and water, and create thicker, gel-like product textures
More about Sodium chlorideSodium benzoate~0.25–0.5%
Chlorphenesin~0.16–0.32%
Butylene glycol~0.6–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a nice product texture and help delivery of other ingredients. Might be somewhat helpful in attracting water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Butylene glycol1,2-hexanediol~0.55–0.8%
Pinus palustris leaf extract~0.5–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ulmus davidiana root extract~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant root extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. It might have an anti-inflammatory effect and could help neturalize free radicals in skin
More about Ulmus davidiana root extractOenothera biennis flower extract~0.5–0.75%
Pueraria lobata root extract~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Camellia sinensis leaf extract~0.45–0.7%
- 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 extractArtemisia princeps extract~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that might have some anti-inflammatory and anti-oxidant properties
More about Artemisia princeps extractCentella asiatica extract~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that has been shown to be able to reduce inflammation in skin, support restoration of skin barrier function, as well as support collagen production. Contains active compounds called centelloids: asiaticoside, madecasosside, asiatic acid and madecassic acid. Might be helpful in preventing stretch marks. It can be itself be irritating though.
More about Centella asiatica extractCitric acid~0.35–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidSodium hyaluronate~0.35–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateHamamelis virginiana leaf extract~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that can help calm down inflammation in skin. Can, however, itself be irritating
More about Hamamelis virginiana leaf extractNelumbium speciosum flower extract~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Solanum melongena fruit extract~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Eggplant fruit extract. Might have some anti-oxidant effect
More about Solanum melongena fruit extractMelaleuca alternifolia leaf extract~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil that can be irritating. Has some anti-bacterial properties
More about Melaleuca alternifolia leaf extractHydrolyzed collagen extract~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Dipropylene glycol~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to dissolve other ingredients in a formulation. Slows down the rate of product drying
More about Dipropylene glycolHippophae rhamnoides fruit extract~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals in skin, but research on its effectiveness is lacking
More about Hippophae rhamnoides fruit extractAscorbic acid~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
The most well-researched antioxidant that works in skin. Helps neutralize free radicals supporting collagen production, helping to even out the skin tone and preventing early signs of aging
More about Ascorbic acidSqualane~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An oil naturally present in skin. Works as an emollient to soften the skin and form a protective layer on its surface without a greasy feeling.
More about SqualaneBeta-glucan~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin, calm down inflammation and irritation, restore the barrier function and support wound healing. It can be helpful in reducing fine lines and wrinkles
More about Beta-glucanDisodium edta~0.15–0.3%
Parfum~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumCitral~0.1–0.2%
Geraniol~0.1–0.15%
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 LimoneneLinalool~0.05–0.1%
Ingredient list view
Water, Sodium laureth sulfate, Glycerin, Propylene glycol, Cocamide mea, Lauramide dea, Polyquaternium-10, Cocamidopropyl betaine, Sodium chloride, Sodium benzoate, Chlorphenesin, Butylene glycol, 1,2-hexanediol, Pinus palustris leaf extract, Ulmus davidiana root extract, Oenothera biennis flower extract, Pueraria lobata root extract, Camellia sinensis leaf extract, Artemisia princeps extract, Centella asiatica extract, Citric acid, Sodium hyaluronate, Hamamelis virginiana leaf extract, Nelumbium speciosum flower extract, Solanum melongena fruit extract, Melaleuca alternifolia leaf extract, Hydrolyzed collagen extract, Dipropylene glycol, Hippophae rhamnoides fruit extract, Ascorbic acid, Squalane, Beta-glucan, Disodium edta, Parfum, Citral, Geraniol, Limonene, Linalool
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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.
| APLBHyaluronic Acid Real Moisture Body WashYOUR PRODUCT | Kopari BeautySudsy Shower Oil | ThalgoBody Merveille Arctique Arctic Shower Foam | ShiseidoSenka Perfect Bubble For Body | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 36% | 36% | 36% |
| Price | — | $31.89 | — | $29.40 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 10 | 3 of 10 | 2 of 10 |
| Key difference | — | Ubiquinone | Coco-Glucoside | Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | 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 30 studies and safety reviews.
- 1Surfactants and experimental irritant contact dermatitisncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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- 3Propylene Glycolpubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 4Skin-sensitizing and irritant properties of propylene glycolonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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