Works for
CleansingSodium palmate, Sodium cocoateCleanses gently
“The Perfect Bar Soap For A Tough Cleanse”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (sodium cocoate, sodium palmate) 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.
ExfoliationNo ingredient credited for this claimNot delivered
“Made with natural ingredients, this mighty bar soap uses wheat bran and dried grapefruit peel to exfoliate and smooth skin by removing dead skin cells.”
This product does not contain effective exfoliating ingredients. It might be able to deliver physical exfoliation, that is scrub off some of the dead cells on the surface of the skin. We do not recommend physical exfoliation, because it is not uniform (some bits of skin can get exfoliated too much while others not at all). It can also traumatize the skin and aggrevate acne and other skin conditions.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy8 strong irritants: Limonene, Linalool + 6 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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Sodium palmate~25–38%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Works as a cleansing agent. Helps water and oil mix together
More about Sodium palmateSodium cocoate~8.3–12.4%
Glycerin~4–6%
- 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 GlycerinWater~2.9–4.4%
Hydrogenated shea butter~1.9–2.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Theobroma cacao seed butter~1.7–2.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and can be helpful in restoring the skin barrier function. Might have some anti-oxidant effect
More about Theobroma cacao seed butterLimonene~1.1–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneTriticum vulgare bran~1.3–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Hydrolyzed olive fruit extract~0.55–1.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Hydrogenated grapeseed oil~0.5–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Linalool~0.4–0.95%
Rosmarinus officinalis leaf oil~0.4–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant oil with high content of volatile compounds that can irritate the skin. Can be used as a fragrance. Has anti-bacterial properties and might help neutralize free radicals on the surface of the skin
More about Rosmarinus officinalis leaf oilPelargonium graveolens flower oil~0.3–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil. Can be irritating. Can become an allergen with oxidation
More about Pelargonium graveolens flower oilCitrus aurantium dulcis oil~0.15–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used as a fragrance. It can be irritating and cause photosensitivity
More about Citrus aurantium dulcis oilCamellia sinensis extract~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Tea extract. Might be helpful in neutralizing free radicals in skin
More about Camellia sinensis extractJuniperus mexicana oil~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Citrus grandis peel oil~0.1–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant oil with high content of volatile compounds that, especially when exposed to air, can cause allergic reactions and irritate the skin
More about Citrus grandis peel oilTetrasodium etidronate~0.05–0.25%
Pentasodium pentetate~0.05–0.25%
Sodium chloride~0.05–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize mixtures of oil and water, and create thicker, gel-like product textures
More about Sodium chlorideCitronellol~0.05–0.1%
Geraniol~0.01–0.1%
Ingredient list view
Sodium palmate, Sodium cocoate, Glycerin, Water, Hydrogenated shea butter, Theobroma cacao seed butter, Limonene, Triticum vulgare bran, Hydrolyzed olive fruit extract, Hydrogenated grapeseed oil, Linalool, Rosmarinus officinalis leaf oil, Pelargonium graveolens flower oil, Citrus aurantium dulcis oil, Camellia sinensis extract, Juniperus mexicana oil, Citrus grandis peel oil, Tetrasodium etidronate, Pentasodium pentetate, Sodium chloride, Citronellol, Geraniol
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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.
| Caswell-MasseyBody Scrub BarYOUR PRODUCT | Jack BlackCharcoal Body Bar Massaging Soap | SheaMoistureAfrican Black Soap Acne-Prone Face & Body Bar | Beekman 1802Almond Honey Cookie Goat Milk Soap | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 45% | 45% | 45% |
| Price | $16.00 | $16.00 | — | $7.00−$9.00 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 5 | 3 of 5 | 3 of 5 |
| Key difference | — | Gelidiella Acerosa Extract | Butyrospermum Parkii Butter | Butyrospermum Parkii Butter |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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Product summary
"Caswell-Massey - Body Scrub Bar" could be helpful for: Moisturizing, but its actives are not the most effective or are not well-studied.
Ingredient callouts
- Humectants (glycerin 4.50% - 6.70%). These ingredients help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve the skin hydration.
About the brand
According to Cruelty-Free Kitty "Caswell-Massey" is cruelty free and so is its parent company.
Price
The product retails for 16.00$ in the United States.
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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.
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- 5Occupational contact dermatitis due to essential oilsonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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