Works for
MoisturizingGlycerin, Butyrospermum parkii butter + 3 moreWorks
“Enriched with moisturising properties, the formula replenishes skin with hydration while the exfoliating particles help to reveal a silky-smooth surface.”
This product can help improve hydration of the skin with the two types of ingredients.
The first type is called “humectants”:
these ingredients help attract water.
When humectants are on the surface of the skin, they “pull in” the moisture from the outside environment, or from
within deeper layers of the skin. The following ingredients in this product do the job:
glycerin.
This product also contains ingredients called “occlusives”. They help reduce the speed with which our skin loses moisture to the outside environment. These ingredients also help soften the upper layer of the skin, so it feels less tight and nicer to the touch. The following ingredients in this product do the job: butyrospermum parkii butter, jojoba esters.
ExfoliationSEA SALTNot delivered
“Exfoliating Body Scrub Pomegranate Seeds”
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?
Irritancy6 strong irritants: Parfum, Alpha-isomethyl ionone + 4 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
Comedogenic3 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale3 flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Glycerin~5–6.1%
- 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 GlycerinHydrated silica~4.2–5.1%
Sodium lauroyl isethionate~3.9–4.7%
Stearic acid~2.4–2.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together and works as an emollient
More about Stearic acidCocamidopropyl betaine~2.4–2.9%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps water and oil mix together. Used as a cleansing ingredient. Could be an allergen
More about Cocamidopropyl betaineAlumina~1.8–2.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
The same compound that is used safely in dental implants and bone cements. In cosmetics, it is used to improve the consistency of products
More about AluminaButyrospermum parkii butter~1.5–1.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
A great moisturising ingredient that softens the skin and reduces water loss from its upper layer. It also can be helpful in protecting skin from free radicals
More about Butyrospermum parkii butterCetearyl alcohol~1.2–1.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
A non-drying alcohol. Works as an emollient. Helps water and oil mix together and creates a nice product texture
More about Cetearyl alcoholHydroxyacetophenone~0.9–1.1%
Jojoba esters~0.7–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient made of jojoba oil. Helps soften the skin and support its barrier function
More about Jojoba estersLauric acid~0.6–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Helps water and oil mix together. Has anti-bacterial properties that might be helpful in preventing blemishes
More about Lauric acidParfum~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumPhenoxyethanol~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolPunica granatum seed powder~0.55–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Sodium benzoate~0.25–0.5%
Sodium chloride~0.4–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize mixtures of oil and water, and create thicker, gel-like product textures
More about Sodium chlorideSodium hydroxide~0.3–0.6%
Sodium isethionate~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Sodium palm kernelate~0.65–1%
Sodium palmitate~0.65–0.95%
Sodium stearate~0.65–0.95%
Tetrasodium edta~0.2–0.4%
Titanium dioxide~0.3–0.6%
- 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 dioxideZinc oxide~0.4–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A broad spectrum sunblock (protects from both UVA and UVB rays). Is suitable for most sensitive skins. In small concentrations, can be used as a colorant
More about Zinc oxideAlpha-isomethyl ionone~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
A fragrance. Potential allergen and can be irritating
More about Alpha-isomethyl iononeBenzyl alcohol~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
A preservative. Can be used to mask unpleasant smell. Can be irritating
More about Benzyl alcoholBenzyl salicylate~0.1–0.2%
Butylphenyl methylpropional~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
A fragrance. Can trigger allergic reactions and be irritating
More about Butylphenyl methylpropionalHexyl cinnamal~0.05–0.15%
Linalool~0.05–0.1%
Ci 17200~0.05%
Ingredient list view
Water, Glycerin, Hydrated silica, Sodium lauroyl isethionate, Stearic acid, Cocamidopropyl betaine, Alumina, Butyrospermum parkii butter, Cetearyl alcohol, Hydroxyacetophenone, Jojoba esters, Lauric acid, Parfum, Phenoxyethanol, Punica granatum seed powder, Sodium benzoate, Sodium chloride, Sodium hydroxide, Sodium isethionate, Sodium palm kernelate, Sodium palmitate, Sodium stearate, Tetrasodium edta, Titanium dioxide, Zinc oxide, Alpha-isomethyl ionone, Benzyl alcohol, Benzyl salicylate, Butylphenyl methylpropional, Hexyl cinnamal, Linalool, Ci 17200
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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.
| DoveExfoliating Body Scrub Pomegranate SeedsYOUR PRODUCT | Soap and GloryCall of Fruity Summer Scrubbing Cooling Body Scrub | RITUALSThe Ritual of Dao Body Scrub | Carbon TheoryCharcoal & Tea Tree Oil Breakout Control Exfoliating Body Bar | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 34% | 31% | 31% |
| Price | — | — | $20.00 | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 6 | 3 of 6 | 2 of 6 |
| Key difference | — | — | Bisabolol | Mannitol |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | High | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
More alternatives: Melvita L'Argan Bio Melting Body ScrubLa Mer The Body Refiner
Product summary
"Dove - Exfoliating Body Scrub Pomegranate Seeds" could be helpful for: Moisturizing, but its actives are not the most effective or are not well-studied.
Ingredient callouts
- Humectants (glycerin 5.00% - 6.10%). These ingredients help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve the skin hydration.
About the brand
According to Cruelty-Free Kitty "Dove" is cruelty free, but its parent company is not.
Price
The product retails for 8.30$ in the United States and for 10.50CA$ in Canada.
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 7 studies and safety reviews.
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- 3A review of inorganic UV filters zinc oxide and titanium dioxideonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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