Works for
CleansingSodium laureth sulfate, Coco-glucoside + 7 moreCan be harsh
“Body Gentle Shower Gel”
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 coco-glucoside, glyceryl oleate.
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?
Irritancy1 strong irritant: ParfumMedium risk
Comedogenic3 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale3 flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Water~12–15%
Sodium laureth sulfate~5–6.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
Works as a foaming cleansing agent
More about Sodium laureth sulfateSodium laureth sulfate~3.2–4%
- Irritation risk
- High
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
Works as a foaming cleansing agent
More about Sodium laureth sulfateCoco-glucoside~2.1–2.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used as a cleansing agent (surfactant) in cleansers. Helps water and oil mix together in lotions. Can be irritating
More about Coco-glucosideGlycerin~1.8–2.1%
- 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 GlycerinPeg-7 glyceryl cocoate~1.5–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oils and water mix together and works as a cleansing agent
More about Peg-7 glyceryl cocoatePolysorbate 20~1.4–1.7%
Inulin~1.1–1.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Is claimed to support the growth of "good" bacteria in skin (as a "prebiotic"), but the research is lacking
More about InulinLauryl betaine~1–1.3%
Glyceryl oleate~0.7–1%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together. Can be irritating
More about Glyceryl oleateCeteareth-60 myristyl glycol~0.55–0.85%
Ascorbyl palmitate~0.55–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Being a lipid soluble form of vitamin C, it is more stable and can penetrate the skin better than L-Ascorbic acid. It is effective in protecting the skin from free radicals, as well as evening the skin tone, but is less effective in stimulating collagen production compared to L-Ascorbic acid.
More about Ascorbyl palmitateButyrospermum parkii oil~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Camelina sativa seed oil~0.4–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Camelina sativa seed oilCarthamus tinctorius seed oil~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that helps soften the skin and might help calm down inflammation
More about Carthamus tinctorius seed oilCitric acid~0.3–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidParfum~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumHydrogenated palm glycerides citrate~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Hydrogenated palm glycerides citrateLecithin~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used mostly for creating emulsions - helping oil and water mix together. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about LecithinPropanediol~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolSalicylic acid~0.1–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used for skin exfoliation. It has an anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial effect, helps to unclog pores, prevent blemishes and speed up healing of the existing ones. Sometimes referred to as a BHA (beta-hydroxy acid)
More about Salicylic acidSodium benzoate~0.05–0.15%
Sodium chloride~0.05%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize mixtures of oil and water, and create thicker, gel-like product textures
More about Sodium chlorideSodium myristoyl glutamate~0.15–0.25%
Tocopherol~0.05%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Pure form of vitamin E. Can help moisturise and protect the skin from free radicals. Often used to help stabilise other ingredients or the formula itself
More about TocopherolIngredient list view
Water, Water, Sodium laureth sulfate, Sodium laureth sulfate, Coco-glucoside, Glycerin, Peg-7 glyceryl cocoate, Polysorbate 20, Inulin, Lauryl betaine, Glyceryl oleate, Ceteareth-60 myristyl glycol, Ascorbyl palmitate, Butyrospermum parkii oil, Camelina sativa seed oil, Carthamus tinctorius seed oil, Citric acid, Parfum, Hydrogenated palm glycerides citrate, Lecithin, Propanediol, Salicylic acid, Sodium benzoate, Sodium chloride, Sodium myristoyl glutamate, Tocopherol
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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.
| AvèneBody Gentle Shower GelYOUR PRODUCT | Paula's choiceBody Wash | VichyHomme Hydra Mag C Body & Hair Shower Gel | RevolutionBody Skincare Salicylic Body Blemish Moisture Gel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 83% | 80% | 77% |
| Price | — | $19.00 | $14.72 | $17.32 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 1 of 15 | 3 of 15 | 3 of 15 |
| Key difference | — | Panthenol | Ascorbyl Glucoside | Betaine |
| Irritancy | Medium | Low | 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 13 studies and safety reviews.
- 1Surfactants and experimental irritant contact dermatitisncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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- 3Allergen of the Year—Alkyl Glucosidepracticeupdate.com
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