Works for
CleansingLauric acid, Myristic acid + 8 moreCan be harsh
“Body Wash - 10 Types”
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.
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.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy1 strong irritant: ParfumMedium risk
Comedogenic4 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale4 flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Lauric acid~8.2–10.1%
- 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 acidMyristic acid~4.4–5.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Helps oil and water mix together. Could be comedogenic
More about Myristic acidPotassium hydroxide~3.1–3.8%
Sodium laureth sulfate~2.6–3.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
Works as a foaming cleansing agent
More about Sodium laureth sulfateGlycerin~2–2.5%
- 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 GlycerinPalmitic acid~1.7–2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that is naturally present in skin and helps soften it
More about Palmitic acidGlycol distearate~1.5–1.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together
More about Glycol distearateStearic acid~1.3–1.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together and works as an emollient
More about Stearic acidPropylene glycol~0.9–1.1%
- 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 glycolCocamidopropyl betaine~1.3–1.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps water and oil mix together. Used as a cleansing ingredient. Could be an allergen
More about Cocamidopropyl betaineParfum~0.55–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumCocos nucifera fruit extract~0.55–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
An emollient. Found to be as effective as a moisturizer for dry skin as mineral oil. Could be comedogenic
More about Cocos nucifera fruit extractPotassium cocoyl glycinate~0.45–0.7%
Niacinamide~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Is proven to be effective in reducing blemishes, evening out skin tone and helping to improve lines and wrinkles. It helps the skin to repair sun damage, calm down inflammation and keep maintain good levels of moisture. The concentration of about 2% is effective for supporting the skin barrier and evening out the skin tone. Concentration of 4-6% is better for helping with acne and balancing the sebum production
More about NiacinamidePetrolatum~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the most effective and the most studied occlusive ingredients that creates a protective layer on top of the skin preventing moisture loss
More about PetrolatumCeramide ng~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of lipid similar to ceramides naturally present in skin. Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and supports the skin barrier function to keep it hydrated. Can help to prevent inflammation in skin
More about Ceramide ngMilk~0.3–0.6%
Hydroxypropyl methylcellulose~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to create a thicker product consistency and stabilize the formulation
More about Hydroxypropyl methylcelluloseGuar hydroxypropyltrimonium chloride~0.3–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps water and oil mix together and create a nice product texture
More about Guar hydroxypropyltrimonium chloridePotassium palmate~0.25–0.5%
Pentylene glycol~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to preserve products, dissolve other ingredients and create a nice product texture
More about Pentylene glycolDecylene glycol~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to creat a nice product texture and support penetration of other ingredients
More about Decylene glycolBht~0.2–0.35%
Tetrasodium edta~0.2–0.4%
Etidronic acid~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Potassium sorbate~0.15–0.25%
1,2-hexanediol~0.1–0.2%
Phenoxyethanol~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolPiroctone olamine~0.1–0.2%
Ci 19140~0.05–0.1%
Ci 17200~0.05–0.1%
Ingredient list view
Water, Lauric acid, Myristic acid, Potassium hydroxide, Sodium laureth sulfate, Glycerin, Palmitic acid, Glycol distearate, Stearic acid, Propylene glycol, Cocamidopropyl betaine, Parfum, Cocos nucifera fruit extract, Potassium cocoyl glycinate, Niacinamide, Petrolatum, Ceramide ng, Milk, Hydroxypropyl methylcellulose, Guar hydroxypropyltrimonium chloride, Potassium palmate, Pentylene glycol, Decylene glycol, Bht, Tetrasodium edta, Etidronic acid, Potassium sorbate, 1,2-hexanediol, Phenoxyethanol, Piroctone olamine, Ci 19140, Ci 17200
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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.
| Dove JapanBody Wash - 10 TypesYOUR PRODUCT | La Roche-PosayLipikar Syndet AP Baby | NaturiumThe Purifier Niacinamide Serum Body Wash | OlayFresh Outlast Body Wash Purifying Birch Water & Lavender | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 85% | 81% | 78% |
| Price | — | — | $15.42 | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 4 of 15 | 3 of 15 | 4 of 15 |
| Key difference | — | Butyrospermum Parkii Butter | Cocamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine | Panthenol |
| Irritancy | Medium | Low | Low | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 12 studies and safety reviews.
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- 2Surfactants and experimental irritant contact dermatitisncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 3
- 4Propylene Glycolpubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 5Skin-sensitizing and irritant properties of propylene glycolonlinelibrary.wiley.com
- 6
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