Works for
CleansingSodium lauryl sulfate, Cocamidopropyl betaine + 3 moreCan be harsh
“Dettol body wash combines Dettol's trusted germ protection with added moisturizers to clean and protect your skin from everyday germs and is suitable for daily use.”
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 lauryl sulfate.
The following cleansing agents are typically mild, but still can cause an irritation or allergy for some people cocamidopropyl betaine.
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.
ExfoliationSide benefit · Salicylic acidWorks well
This product can help exfoliate the skin. In other words, it helps break down the bonds between dead cells on the surface of the skin and speed up the skin turnover. Skin often appears softer and brighter after exfoliation, but overdoing it can result in disrupted skin barrier. The following ingredient is doing the exfoliating job in this product: salicylic acid.
Anti-blemishSide benefit · Salicylic acidWorks well
This product can help reduce breakouts and clogged pores because it contains the following ingredient: salicylic acid. This ingredient is used for treating acne and can have a noticeable effect.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy5 strong irritants: Parfum, Limonene + 3 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 lauryl sulfate~11–13%
- Irritation risk
- High
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
A cleansing agent (SLS). It can be irritating
More about Sodium lauryl sulfateGlycerin~4.2–5.2%
- 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 GlycerinCocamidopropyl betaine~4.5–5.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps water and oil mix together. Used as a cleansing ingredient. Could be an allergen
More about Cocamidopropyl betaineGlycol stearate~2.4–2.9%
Propylene glycol~1.9–2.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together and can enhance the penetration of other ingredients into the skin. It can be irritating
More about Propylene glycolSodium chloride~1.7–2.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize mixtures of oil and water, and create thicker, gel-like product textures
More about Sodium chlorideCocamide dea~1.4–1.7%
Glycol distearate~1.2–1.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together
More about Glycol distearateSodium citrate~0.95–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps to control the skin's pH level. Maintains the skin's natural film of amino-lactic acids and oils. Helps to preserve products
More about Sodium citrateCitric acid~0.7–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidSalicylic acid~0.55–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used for skin exfoliation. It has an anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial effect, helps to unclog pores, prevent blemishes and speed up healing of the existing ones. Sometimes referred to as a BHA (beta-hydroxy acid)
More about Salicylic acidParfum~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumChloroxylenol~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Limonene~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneTetrasodium edta~0.25–0.5%
Sodium lactate~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Is often used to adjust the pH level of the product
More about Sodium lactateCitral~0.15–0.25%
Sodium ferrocyanide~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Sodium hydroxide~0.1–0.2%
Methylchloroisothiazolinone~0.00075–0.0015%
- Irritation risk
- High
A preservative. Is a frequent allergen in cosmetics
More about MethylchloroisothiazolinoneMethylisothiazolinone~0.00075–0.0015%
Ingredient list view
Water, Sodium lauryl sulfate, Glycerin, Cocamidopropyl betaine, Glycol stearate, Propylene glycol, Sodium chloride, Cocamide dea, Glycol distearate, Sodium citrate, Citric acid, Salicylic acid, Parfum, Chloroxylenol, Limonene, Tetrasodium edta, Sodium lactate, Citral, Sodium ferrocyanide, Sodium hydroxide, Methylchloroisothiazolinone, Methylisothiazolinone
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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.
| DettolBody Wash SkincareYOUR PRODUCT | Meishoku Brilliant ColorsSkin Soap | NeutrogenaBody Clear Oil-Free Body Acne Wash with Salicylic Acid | VichyHomme Hydra Mag C Body & Hair Shower Gel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 82% | 81% | 81% |
| Price | $5.98 | $8.81+$2.83 | $8.42+$2.44 | $14.72+$8.74 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 8 | 3 of 8 | 2 of 8 |
| Key difference | — | Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate | Disodium Cocoamphodiacetate | Ascorbyl Glucoside |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | 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.
- 1
- 2Surfactants and experimental irritant contact dermatitisncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 3Propylene Glycolpubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 4Skin-sensitizing and irritant properties of propylene glycolonlinelibrary.wiley.com
- 5Salicylic acid as a peeling agent: a comprehensive reviewncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 6Beta Hydroxy Acidsfda.gov
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