Works for
CleansingCocamidopropyl betaine, Sodium laureth sulfate + 4 moreCan be harsh
“The Aveeno Skin Relief Moisturising Body Wash's 95% biodegradable, vegan formula* gently cleanses the skin without drying it, leaving it soothed and nourished.”
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?
Irritancy7 flagged ingredientsLow risk
Comedogenic2 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale2 flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Glycerin~4.1–6.1%
- 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 GlycerinCocamidopropyl betaine~4.6–6.9%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps water and oil mix together. Used as a cleansing ingredient. Could be an allergen
More about Cocamidopropyl betaineSodium laureth sulfate~2.9–4.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
Works as a foaming cleansing agent
More about Sodium laureth sulfateSodium hydrolyzed potato starch dodecenylsuccinate~2–2.9%
Avena sativa kernel flour~1.7–2.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of colloidal oatmeal. Can contain potent antioxidants and anti-inflammatory compounds. Is effective in supporting skin barrier
More about Avena sativa kernel flourAvena sativa kernel extract~1.3–2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An effective moisturizing and skin barrier repair ingredient. Helps calm down inflammation and has some anti-oxidant properties
More about Avena sativa kernel extractAvena sativa kernel oil~1.1–1.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An effective moisturizing and skin barrier repair ingredient. Helps calm down inflammation and has some anti-oxidant properties
More about Avena sativa kernel oilGuar hydroxypropyltrimonium chloride~0.9–1.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps water and oil mix together and create a nice product texture
More about Guar hydroxypropyltrimonium chloridePolyquaternium-10~0.6–1.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product finish
More about Polyquaternium-10Glycol distearate~0.55–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together
More about Glycol distearateDisodium tetrapropenyl succinate~0.4–0.9%
Laureth-4~0.35–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
Helps water and oil mix together
More about Laureth-4Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer~0.2–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Maintains the texture of skincare products. Allows the product to spread evenly. Helps oil and water mix together
More about Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymerSodium chloride~0.15–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize mixtures of oil and water, and create thicker, gel-like product textures
More about Sodium chlorideTetrasodium glutamate diacetate~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps stabilize the product formulation
More about Tetrasodium glutamate diacetateCitric acid~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidSodium hydroxide~0.05–0.25%
Formic acid~0.05–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Potassium sorbate~0.05–0.15%
Sodium benzoate~0.05–0.1%
Ingredient list view
Water, Glycerin, Cocamidopropyl betaine, Sodium laureth sulfate, Sodium hydrolyzed potato starch dodecenylsuccinate, Avena sativa kernel flour, Avena sativa kernel extract, Avena sativa kernel oil, Guar hydroxypropyltrimonium chloride, Polyquaternium-10, Glycol distearate, Disodium tetrapropenyl succinate, Laureth-4, Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer, Sodium chloride, Tetrasodium glutamate diacetate, Citric acid, Sodium hydroxide, Formic acid, Potassium sorbate, Sodium benzoate
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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.
| AveenoSkin Relief Body WashYOUR PRODUCT | CetaphilUltra Gentle Sensitive Body Wash | ZiajaSensitive Creamy Wash Gel For Face And Body | La Roche-PosayLipikar Syndet AP+ Body & Face Wash | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 39% | 33% | 33% |
| Price | $12.97 | $25.22+$12.25 | $7.37−$5.60 | $19.99+$7.02 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 5 of 10 | 4 of 10 | 3 of 10 |
| Key difference | — | Panthenol | Panthenol | Niacinamide |
| Irritancy | Low | Low | Low | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 5 studies and safety reviews.
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- 2Surfactants and experimental irritant contact dermatitisncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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- 5Final Report on the Safety Assessment of Laureths 4 and 23journals.sagepub.com
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