Works for
CleansingSodium laureth sulfate, Tea-lauryl sulfate + 7 moreCan be harsh
“Rosemary Mint 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 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?
Irritancy4 strong irritants: Alcohol, Parfum + 2 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~9.6–11.7%
- 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~3.1–3.7%
Alcohol~2.8–3.4%
- 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%
Glycerin~2–2.4%
- 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-150 distearate~1.7–2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Peg-150 distearatePolysorbate 20~1.4–1.7%
Parfum~1.1–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumPeg-7 glyceryl cocoate~0.95–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oils and water mix together and works as a cleansing agent
More about Peg-7 glyceryl cocoateAcrylates/steareth-20 methacrylate copolymer~0.7–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Aloe barbadensis leaf juice~0.6–0.9%
- 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 juiceBht~0.55–0.85%
Caprylyl glycol~0.55–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolCi 14700~0.5–0.8%
Ci 17200~0.5–0.8%
Ci 19140~0.5–0.8%
Ci 42053~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ci 42090~0.35–0.6%
Citric acid~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidMyristamidopropyl betaine~0.35–0.65%
Panthenol~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 PanthenolPeg-75 shea butter glycerides~0.25–0.5%
Polyquaternium-7~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product finish
More about Polyquaternium-7Sodium benzotriazolyl butylphenol sulfonate~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps protect the ingredients in the formulation against UV light
More about Sodium benzotriazolyl butylphenol sulfonateSodium hydroxide~0.2–0.35%
Sodium pca~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Naturally present in skin and helps to attract water to its upper layer
More about Sodium pcaBenzyl alcohol~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
A preservative. Can be used to mask unpleasant smell. Can be irritating
More about Benzyl alcoholChlorphenesin~0.1–0.2%
Phenoxyethanol~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolPotassium sorbate~0.15–0.25%
Sodium benzoate~0.1–0.2%
Benzyl salicylate~0.05–0.1%
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 LimoneneIngredient list view
Water, Sodium laureth sulfate, Tea-lauryl sulfate, Cocamide mea, Alcohol, Lauramidopropyl betaine, Glycerin, Peg-150 distearate, Polysorbate 20, Parfum, Peg-7 glyceryl cocoate, Acrylates/steareth-20 methacrylate copolymer, Aloe barbadensis leaf juice, Bht, Caprylyl glycol, Ci 14700, Ci 17200, Ci 19140, Ci 42053, Ci 42090, Citric acid, Myristamidopropyl betaine, Panthenol, Peg-75 shea butter glycerides, Polyquaternium-7, Sodium benzotriazolyl butylphenol sulfonate, Sodium hydroxide, Sodium pca, Benzyl alcohol, Chlorphenesin, Phenoxyethanol, Potassium sorbate, Sodium benzoate, Benzyl salicylate, Limonene
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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. BigelowRosemary Mint Hand WashYOUR PRODUCT | La Roche-PosayCicaplast B5 Cleansing Wash | PalmoliveAloe Vera & Chamomile Liquid Hand Wash | Jo Malone LondonPeony & Blush Suede Body & Hand Wash | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 31% | 30% | 27% |
| Price | $18.00 | $5.35−$12.65 | $6.73−$11.27 | $55.00+$37.00 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 6 of 12 | 2 of 12 | 5 of 12 |
| Key difference | — | Manganese Gluconate | Benzophenone-4 | Caffeine |
| Irritancy | High | Low | Medium | High |
| 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 5 studies and safety reviews.
- 1Surfactants and experimental irritant contact dermatitisncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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- 4Skin moisturizing effects of panthenol-based formulationspdfs.semanticscholar.org
- 5
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