Works for
CleansingSodium c14-16 olefin sulfonate, Cocamidopropyl betaine + 4 moreCleanses gently
“Bal d'Afrique Body Wash”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (caprylyl/capryl glucoside, cocamidopropyl betaine, decyl glucoside, polyglyceryl-3 cocoate, polyglyceryl-6 laurate, sodium c14-16 olefin sulfonate) 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, sodium c14-16 olefin sulfonate
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy8 strong irritants: Parfum, Limonene + 6 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Sodium c14-16 olefin sulfonate~12–14%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together and used as a cleansing agent. Can be irritating and is better avoided for sensitive skin
More about Sodium c14-16 olefin sulfonateCocamidopropyl betaine~6.4–7.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps water and oil mix together. Used as a cleansing ingredient. Could be an allergen
More about Cocamidopropyl betaineParfum~3.1–3.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumXylitol~2.3–2.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and repair the skin barrier function
More about XylitolDecyl glucoside~2–2.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together. Can be irritating
More about Decyl glucosideSodium chloride~1.7–2.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize mixtures of oil and water, and create thicker, gel-like product textures
More about Sodium chloridePolyglyceryl-3 cocoate~1.4–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Polyglyceryl-3 cocoateTetramethyl acetyloctahydronaphthalenes~1.1–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Citric acid~0.75–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidCaprylyl/capryl glucoside~0.7–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together. Can be used as a cleansing agent
More about Caprylyl/capryl glucosideSodium benzoate~0.25–0.5%
Glycerin~0.5–0.7%
- 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 GlycerinLimonene~0.35–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneCitrus limon peel oil~0.3–0.55%
Citrus aurantium bergamia peel oil~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
Alpha-isomethyl ionone~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- High
A fragrance. Potential allergen and can be irritating
More about Alpha-isomethyl iononeHydroxycitronellal~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
A fragrance. A likely allergen and can be irritating
More about HydroxycitronellalPropylene glycol~0.25–0.45%
- 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 glycolPanthenol~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function
More about PanthenolPolyglyceryl-6 laurate~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Polyglyceryl-6 laurateCitrus aurantium peel oil~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Juniperus virginiana oil~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Cedarwood oil. Used as a fragrance. Can be irritating
More about Juniperus virginiana oilLinalyl acetate~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Pinene~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Trisodium ethylenediamine disuccinate~0.1–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to improve stability of the formulation
More about Trisodium ethylenediamine disuccinateTocopherol~0.1–0.15%
- 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 TocopherolLinalool~0.05%
Helianthus annuus seed oil~0.05–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A great emollient due to its high linoleic acid content. One of the most effective plant oils in helping skin hydration and repairing skin barrier function
More about Helianthus annuus seed oilCoumarin~0.01–0.05%
Ingredient list view
Water, Sodium c14-16 olefin sulfonate, Cocamidopropyl betaine, Parfum, Xylitol, Decyl glucoside, Sodium chloride, Polyglyceryl-3 cocoate, Tetramethyl acetyloctahydronaphthalenes, Citric acid, Caprylyl/capryl glucoside, Sodium benzoate, Glycerin, Limonene, Citrus limon peel oil, Citrus aurantium bergamia peel oil, Alpha-isomethyl ionone, Hydroxycitronellal, Propylene glycol, Panthenol, Polyglyceryl-6 laurate, Citrus aurantium peel oil, Juniperus virginiana oil, Linalyl acetate, Pinene, Trisodium ethylenediamine disuccinate, Tocopherol, Linalool, Helianthus annuus seed oil, Coumarin
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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.
| ByredoBal d'Afrique Body WashYOUR PRODUCT | NiveaFrangipani and Oil Shower Gel | SIDIABraless Hydrating Wash with Plant-Based Retinol | NonfictionGaiac Flower Body Wash | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 37% | 36% | 36% |
| Price | $60.00 | $6.98−$53.02 | $34.30−$25.70 | $36.97−$23.03 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 5 of 9 | 4 of 9 | 4 of 9 |
| Key difference | — | Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate | Prickly Pear Seed Oil | Niacinamide |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 14 studies and safety reviews.
- 1Final Report On the Safety Assessment of Sodium Alpha-Olefin Sulfonatesjournals.sagepub.com
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- 4Surfactants and experimental irritant contact dermatitisncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 5Propylene Glycolpubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 6Skin-sensitizing and irritant properties of propylene glycolonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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