Works for
CleansingSodium laureth sulfate, Tea-lauryl sulfate + 11 moreCan be harsh
“Aqua Mellis Hand Wash”
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 decyl glucoside, tea-lauryl sulfate.
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?
Irritancy6 strong irritants: Alcohol, Parfum + 4 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~8.6–10.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
Works as a foaming cleansing agent
More about Sodium laureth sulfateTea-lauryl sulfate~5.1–6.2%
Cocamide mea~3–3.7%
Alcohol~2.7–3.3%
- 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 AlcoholLauramidopropyl betaine~2.6–3.2%
Parfum~1.8–2.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumPeg-7 glyceryl cocoate~1.6–2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oils and water mix together and works as a cleansing agent
More about Peg-7 glyceryl cocoateCaprylyl glycol~1.4–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolAloe barbadensis leaf juice~1.1–1.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Traditionally used to treat sunburns, dermatitis and inflammation, but evidence for its effectiveness is lacking. The extract can contain humectants that help attract water into the skin
More about Aloe barbadensis leaf juicePanthenol~0.9–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function
More about PanthenolMyristamidopropyl betaine~0.7–1.1%
Glycol distearate~0.7–1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together
More about Glycol distearateGuar hydroxypropyltrimonium chloride~0.55–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps water and oil mix together and create a nice product texture
More about Guar hydroxypropyltrimonium chlorideGlycol stearate~0.6–0.9%
Peg-75 shea butter glycerides~0.55–0.85%
Disodium edta~0.5–0.8%
Benzophenone-4~0.7–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- High
Sulisobenzone. A UV filter. Is typically used to improve the product stability under exposure to UV light. It is effective against both UVA and UVB rays. It can be used is larger concentrations as a sun protection ingredient for the skin, but can be irritating
More about Benzophenone-4Peg-16 macadamia glycerides~0.6–0.85%
Bht~0.45–0.7%
Polyquaternium-7~0.5–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product finish
More about Polyquaternium-7Decyl glucoside~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together. Can be irritating
More about Decyl glucosidePeg-60 almond glycerides~0.45–0.65%
Glycerin~0.45–0.65%
- 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 GlycerinCitric 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 hydroxide~0.25–0.5%
Hydrolyzed rice protein~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Might have some anti-oxidant properties
More about Hydrolyzed rice proteinPrunus amygdalus dulcis protein~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Sodium lauroyl oat amino acids~0.3–0.55%
Tocopheryl acetate~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A more stable but less bio-available form of vitamin E compared to Tocopherol. Might help moisturize and protect the skin from free radicals, but mostly used in low concentrations to stabilize other ingredients.
More about Tocopheryl acetateTetrasodium edta~0.2–0.4%
Ethylhexylglycerin~0.2–0.35%
Phenoxyethanol~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolBenzyl alcohol~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
A preservative. Can be used to mask unpleasant smell. Can be irritating
More about Benzyl alcoholChlorphenesin~0.15–0.25%
Sodium benzoate~0.15–0.25%
Benzyl benzoate~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- High
Fragrance with sweet balsamic smell. Help to preserve products and dissolve other ingredients. Could trigger allergic reactions and be irritating
More about Benzyl benzoateLinalool~0.1–0.2%
Limonene~0.1–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneCi 60730~0.1–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ci 42090~0.1–0.15%
Ingredient list view
Water, Sodium laureth sulfate, Tea-lauryl sulfate, Cocamide mea, Alcohol, Lauramidopropyl betaine, Parfum, Peg-7 glyceryl cocoate, Caprylyl glycol, Aloe barbadensis leaf juice, Panthenol, Myristamidopropyl betaine, Glycol distearate, Guar hydroxypropyltrimonium chloride, Glycol stearate, Peg-75 shea butter glycerides, Disodium edta, Benzophenone-4, Peg-16 macadamia glycerides, Bht, Polyquaternium-7, Decyl glucoside, Peg-60 almond glycerides, Glycerin, Citric acid, Sodium hydroxide, Hydrolyzed rice protein, Prunus amygdalus dulcis protein, Sodium lauroyl oat amino acids, Tocopheryl acetate, Tetrasodium edta, Ethylhexylglycerin, Phenoxyethanol, Benzyl alcohol, Chlorphenesin, Sodium benzoate, Benzyl benzoate, Linalool, Limonene, Ci 60730, Ci 42090
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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.
| C.O. BigelowAqua Mellis Hand WashYOUR PRODUCT | PalmoliveAloe Vera & Chamomile Liquid Hand Wash | La Roche-PosayCicaplast B5 Cleansing Wash | Babo Botanicals3-in-1 Sensitive Baby Face, Hands & Body Wipes - Oatmilk & Calendula | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 31% | 29% | 26% |
| Price | — | $6.58 | $5.35 | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 4 of 16 | 5 of 16 | 2 of 16 |
| Key difference | — | Cocamidopropyl Betaine | Manganese Gluconate | Oatmeal Extract |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Low | 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 9 studies and safety reviews.
- 1Surfactants and experimental irritant contact dermatitisncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 2Skin moisturizing effects of panthenol-based formulationspdfs.semanticscholar.org
- 3
- 4
- 5Benzophenone 4: An emerging allergen in cosmetics and toiletries?pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 6
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