Works for
CleansingDecyl glucosideCan be harsh
“Awaken Body Wash”
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 decyl glucoside.
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?
Irritancy9 strong irritants: Citrus nobilis peel oil, Citrus aurantium dulcis peel oil + 7 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
Comedogenic2 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale2 flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Aloe barbadensis leaf juice~6.3–9.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Traditionally used to treat sunburns, dermatitis and inflammation, but evidence for its effectiveness is lacking. The extract can contain humectants that help attract water into the skin
More about Aloe barbadensis leaf juiceDecyl glucoside~4.2–6.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together. Can be irritating
More about Decyl glucosideGlycerin~2.8–4.2%
- 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 GlycerinChondrus crispus~2.1–3.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Red algae extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and create a nicer product consistency
More about Chondrus crispusCarrageenan~1.7–2.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Helps thicken the product formula and create a nice product formulation
More about CarrageenanCitric acid~1.4–2.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidSodium benzoate~0.25–0.5%
Potassium sorbate~0.3–0.6%
Citrus nobilis peel oil~0.8–1.25%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant oil with high content of volatile compounds that, especially when exposed to air, can cause allergic reactions and irritate the skin
More about Citrus nobilis peel oilCitrus aurantium dulcis peel oil~0.5–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essentil oil from orange peel. Potential allergen and can be irritating
More about Citrus aurantium dulcis peel oilLavandula angustifolia oil~0.4–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil. Potential allergen and can be irritating. It has some anti-bacterial properties
More about Lavandula angustifolia oilCitrus aurantium bergamia fruit oil~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant oil with a high content of volatile compounds that can irritate the skin and lead to allergic reactions. Can lead to photosensitivity
More about Citrus aurantium bergamia fruit oilCymbopogon schoenanthus oil~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- High
Pelargonium graveolens oil~0.15–0.65%
Anthemis nobilis flower oil~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil that is used as a fragrance and can be irritating. It might have some anti-oxidant effect in skin
More about Anthemis nobilis flower oilZingiber officinale root oil~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil that is likely to be irritating and can cause photosensitivity
More about Zingiber officinale root oilMelissa officinalis leaf oil~0.05–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
Rosa damascena flower oil~0.05–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used as a fragrance. Can be irritating
More about Rosa damascena flower oilIngredient list view
Water, Aloe barbadensis leaf juice, Decyl glucoside, Glycerin, Chondrus crispus, Carrageenan, Citric acid, Sodium benzoate, Potassium sorbate, Citrus nobilis peel oil, Citrus aurantium dulcis peel oil, Lavandula angustifolia oil, Citrus aurantium bergamia fruit oil, Cymbopogon schoenanthus oil, Pelargonium graveolens oil, Anthemis nobilis flower oil, Zingiber officinale root oil, Melissa officinalis leaf oil, Rosa damascena flower oil
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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.
| ErbavivaAwaken Body WashYOUR PRODUCT | Babo Botanicals3-in-1 Sensitive Baby Face, Hands & Body Wipes - Oatmilk & Calendula | Green PeopleBody Scent Free Shower Gel | CattierCleansing Gel Hair and Body Organic | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 37% | 34% | 33% |
| Price | — | — | $24.47 | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 2 of 3 | 2 of 3 | 2 of 3 |
| Key difference | — | Oatmeal Extract | Gluconolactone | Cocamidopropyl Betaine |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Low | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Sources cited in this review
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