Works for
CleansingSodium laureth sulfate, Lauramide mipa + 4 moreCan be harsh
“Aromatics Elixir Body 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.
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?
Irritancy11 strong irritants: Parfum, Geraniol + 9 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~11–13%
- Irritation risk
- High
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
Works as a foaming cleansing agent
More about Sodium laureth sulfateLauramide mipa~4.4–5.4%
Lauramidopropyl betaine~4.3–5.2%
Sodium phosphate~2.3–2.8%
Parfum~1.8–2.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumCocamide mea~1.6–2%
Ppg-5-ceteth-20~1.4–1.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A solvent with some emollient properties
More about Ppg-5-ceteth-20Sodium chloride~1.2–1.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize mixtures of oil and water, and create thicker, gel-like product textures
More about Sodium chlorideTocopheryl acetate~0.95–1.2%
- 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 acetateDisodium phosphate~0.7–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps adjust the product pH and stabilize the formulation
More about Disodium phosphateGlycerin~0.65–0.95%
- 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 GlycerinButylene glycol~0.55–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a nice product texture and help delivery of other ingredients. Might be somewhat helpful in attracting water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Butylene glycolSodium cocoate~0.6–0.9%
Magnesium nitrate~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Pentaerythrityl tetra-di-t-butyl hydroxyhydrocinnamate~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to increase stability of product formulations
More about Pentaerythrityl tetra-di-t-butyl hydroxyhydrocinnamateSodium metabisulfite~0.1–0.2%
Disodium edta~0.45–0.65%
Potassium sorbate~0.3–0.6%
Phenoxyethanol~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolGeraniol~0.3–0.55%
Citral~0.3–0.55%
Benzyl benzoate~0.3–0.5%
- 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~0.25–0.5%
Benzyl salicylate~0.25–0.45%
Eugenol~0.25–0.45%
Limonene~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneEvernia prunastri extract~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Alpha-isomethyl ionone~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
A fragrance. Potential allergen and can be irritating
More about Alpha-isomethyl iononeHydroxycitronellal~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
A fragrance. A likely allergen and can be irritating
More about HydroxycitronellalCitronellol~0.15–0.3%
Mica~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Creates an illusion of smoother and more radiant skin tone. Adds shimmer to the skin by reflecting light
More about MicaCi 19140~0.15–0.25%
Titanium dioxide~0.25–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Works as a UV filter when used in high concentrations. It is photostable and is effective mostly against the UVB light, with some protection in the UVA range. In small concentrations, used for its ability to improve the color of cosmetic products. Is usually well tolerated by the skin
More about Titanium dioxideCi 14700~0.1–0.15%
Ingredient list view
Water, Sodium laureth sulfate, Lauramide mipa, Lauramidopropyl betaine, Sodium phosphate, Parfum, Cocamide mea, Ppg-5-ceteth-20, Sodium chloride, Tocopheryl acetate, Disodium phosphate, Glycerin, Butylene glycol, Sodium cocoate, Magnesium nitrate, Pentaerythrityl tetra-di-t-butyl hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Sodium metabisulfite, Disodium edta, Potassium sorbate, Phenoxyethanol, Geraniol, Citral, Benzyl benzoate, Linalool, Benzyl salicylate, Eugenol, Limonene, Evernia prunastri extract, Alpha-isomethyl ionone, Hydroxycitronellal, Citronellol, Mica, Ci 19140, Titanium dioxide, Ci 14700
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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.
| CliniqueAromatics Elixir Body WashYOUR PRODUCT | La Roche-PosayLipikar Nourishing Shower Gel | BIOTHERMEnergising Shower Gel | Le Petit MarseillaisExtra Gentle Bath and Shower Gel White Peach and Nectarine Organic | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 36% | 34% | 34% |
| Price | — | $17.99 | $22.66 | $5.62 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 8 | 4 of 8 | 2 of 8 |
| Key difference | — | Niacinamide | Coco-Betaine | Cocamidopropyl Betaine |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | High | High |
| 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
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