Works for
CleansingAmmonium lauryl sulfate, Sodium laureth sulfate + 3 moreCan be harsh
“Body Cleanser”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin.
The following cleansing agents are typically mild, but still can cause an irritation or allergy for some people ammonium lauryl sulfate, cocamidopropyl betaine, sodium laureth 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?
Irritancy3 strong irritants: Rosa damascena extract, Achillea millefolium extract + 1 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%
Ammonium lauryl sulfate~9.8–11.9%
Sodium laureth sulfate~5.5–6.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
Works as a foaming cleansing agent
More about Sodium laureth sulfateCocamide mea~2.8–3.5%
Cocamidopropyl betaine~3.1–3.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps water and oil mix together. Used as a cleansing ingredient. Could be an allergen
More about Cocamidopropyl betainePeg-7 glyceryl cocoate~1.9–2.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oils and water mix together and works as a cleansing agent
More about Peg-7 glyceryl cocoateAloe barbadensis extract~1.6–2%
- 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 extractHydrolyzed wheat protein~1.4–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Avoid if sensitive to gluten
More about Hydrolyzed wheat proteinAllantoin~1–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps calm down inflammation in skin and can help reduce itching. Helps to repair the skin barrier and keep skin hydrated
More about AllantoinRosa damascena extract~0.9–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
Oil of a very fragrant pink rose used as fragrance in cosmetics. Extensive research has shown it has mixed benefits. In the pro column, inhaling this flower’s scent seems to have relaxing properties and the plant’s petals contain skin-soothing and antioxidant compounds that can benefit skin. On the flipside, the numerous chemicals that create this rose’s distinctive fragrance pose a risk of causing skin aggravation.
More about Rosa damascena extractSymphytum officinale extract~0.7–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Achillea millefolium extract~0.55–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
Plant extract that can help neutralize free radicals in skin. Can be used as a fragrance. Can be irritating
More about Achillea millefolium extractUrtica dioica~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Centaurea cyanus flower~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Calendula officinalis extract~0.4–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals in skin
More about Calendula officinalis extractAnthemis nobilis flower oil~0.35–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil that is used as a fragrance and can be irritating. It might have some anti-oxidant effect in skin
More about Anthemis nobilis flower oilChamomilla recutita extract~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- High
Plant extract that can have healing and anti-inflammatory properties. It is a potential allergen and can be irritating
More about Chamomilla recutita extractFicin~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Sodium chloride~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize mixtures of oil and water, and create thicker, gel-like product textures
More about Sodium chlorideCitric acid~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidDisodium edta~0.15–0.25%
Methylparaben~0.1–0.2%
Propylparaben~0.1–0.15%
Dmdm hydantoin~0.1–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- High
A preservative that releases formaldehyde and can be irritating
More about Dmdm hydantoinIngredient list view
Water, Ammonium lauryl sulfate, Sodium laureth sulfate, Cocamide mea, Cocamidopropyl betaine, Peg-7 glyceryl cocoate, Aloe barbadensis extract, Unknown, Hydrolyzed wheat protein, Allantoin, Rosa damascena extract, Unknown, Symphytum officinale extract, Achillea millefolium extract, Urtica dioica, Centaurea cyanus flower, Calendula officinalis extract, Anthemis nobilis flower oil, Chamomilla recutita extract, Unknown, Ficin, Sodium chloride, Citric acid, Disodium edta, Methylparaben, Propylparaben, Dmdm hydantoin
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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.
| Caswell-MasseyBody CleanserYOUR PRODUCT | NiveaIntimo Body Wash Lotion | Archipelago BotanicalsMilk Body Wash | Baxter of CaliforniaInvigorating Body Wash - Citrus & Herbal Musk | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 37% | 36% | 36% |
| Price | — | — | $19.50 | $13.60 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 4 of 6 | 3 of 6 | 3 of 6 |
| Key difference | — | Lactic Acid | Glycerin | Jojoba Oil |
| 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 6 studies and safety reviews.
- 1Surfactants and experimental irritant contact dermatitisncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 2Wheat in skin caremdedge.com
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- 6Safety Assessment of Anthemis nobilis– Derived Ingredients as Used in Cosmeticsjournals.sagepub.com
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