Works for
CleansingSodium lauroyl isethionate, Stearic acid + 7 moreCan be harsh
“Dove Men+Care Minerals + Sage Bar is a men's bar soap that works to not only give skin a strong cleanse, but also leave you feeling energized and renewed.”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin.
The following cleansing agents are typically mild, but still can cause an irritation or allergy for some people sodium c14-16 olefin sulfonate, sodium palmitate.
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?
Irritancy2 strong irritants: Parfum, Salvia officinalis leaf extractMedium 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 lauroyl isethionate~26–38%
Stearic acid~7–10.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together and works as an emollient
More about Stearic acidSodium tallowate~3.7–5.6%
Sodium palmitate~3.5–5.2%
Sodium stearate~2.7–4%
Water~1.9–2.8%
Lauric acid~1.6–2.4%
- 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 acidSodium isethionate~1.3–2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Sodium cocoate~1.1–1.7%
Sodium palm kernelate~1.2–1.9%
Sodium c14-16 olefin sulfonate~0.85–1.25%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together and used as a cleansing agent. Can be irritating and is better avoided for sensitive skin
More about Sodium c14-16 olefin sulfonateParfum~0.45–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumDipropylene glycol~0.45–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to dissolve other ingredients in a formulation. Slows down the rate of product drying
More about Dipropylene glycolSodium chloride~0.45–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize mixtures of oil and water, and create thicker, gel-like product textures
More about Sodium chloridePropylene glycol~0.35–0.85%
- 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 glycolTetrasodium etidronate~0.3–0.75%
Tetrasodium edta~0.2–0.75%
Zinc pca~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A compound that combines zinc with a hydrating ingredient PCA. Might to be helpful against acne and clogged pores. Can help calm down inflammation in skin. Could be helpful in reducing the formation of free radicals in skin. Might help to reduce fine lines in wrinkles, but solid evidence is missing
More about Zinc pcaGlycerin~0.1–0.5%
- 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 GlycerinSalvia officinalis leaf extract~0.15–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
Sage leaf extract. It can be irritating
More about Salvia officinalis leaf extractTitanium dioxide~0.15–0.65%
- 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 61570~0.05–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ci 15985~0.05–0.15%
Ci 19140~0.05–0.1%
Ingredient list view
Sodium lauroyl isethionate, Stearic acid, Sodium tallowate, Sodium palmitate, Sodium stearate, Water, Lauric acid, Sodium isethionate, Sodium cocoate, Sodium palm kernelate, Sodium c14-16 olefin sulfonate, Parfum, Dipropylene glycol, Sodium chloride, Propylene glycol, Tetrasodium etidronate, Tetrasodium edta, Zinc pca, Glycerin, Salvia officinalis leaf extract, Titanium dioxide, Ci 61570, Ci 15985, Ci 19140
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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.
| DoveBody and Face Bar Minerals + SageYOUR PRODUCT | CetaphilGentle Cleansing Bar | basisSensitive Skin Bar | NeutrogenaTransparent Facial Bar Soap, Face Wash & Cleanser Fragrance Free, Fragrance Free | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 35% | 33% | 33% |
| Price | $36.99 | $4.99−$32.00 | $3.95−$33.04 | $7.14−$29.85 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 6 of 12 | 5 of 12 | 4 of 12 |
| Key difference | — | Petrolatum | Petrolatum | Disodium Cocoamphodiacetate |
| Irritancy | Medium | Medium | Low | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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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.
- 1Final Report On the Safety Assessment of Sodium Alpha-Olefin Sulfonatesjournals.sagepub.com
- 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
- 5
- 6Zinc Therapy in Dermatology: A Review hindawi.com
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