Works for
CleansingCocamidopropyl betaine, Sodium cocoyl isethionate + 5 moreCan be harsh
“Handcare Bergamot & Jasmine Hand 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 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?
Irritancy14 strong irritants: Parfum, Limonene + 12 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%
Cocamidopropyl betaine~8.5–10.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps water and oil mix together. Used as a cleansing ingredient. Could be an allergen
More about Cocamidopropyl betaineSodium cocoyl isethionate~5.2–6.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together. Can be used as a cleansing agent
More about Sodium cocoyl isethionateBetaine~3.1–3.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture
More about BetaineSodium chloride~2.4–2.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize mixtures of oil and water, and create thicker, gel-like product textures
More about Sodium chloridePhenoxyethanol~0.5–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolParfum~1.5–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumCoconut acid~1.5–1.9%
Hydroxyacetophenone~1.2–1.4%
Limonene~0.9–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimonenePolyglyceryl-3 cocoate~0.7–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Polyglyceryl-3 cocoatePolyglyceryl-4 caprate~0.6–0.9%
Polyglyceryl-6 caprylate~0.55–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Polyglyceryl-6 caprylatePolyglyceryl-6 ricinoleate~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Polyglyceryl-6 ricinoleateSodium isethionate~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Citrus aurantium dulcis peel oil~0.4–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essentil oil from orange peel. Potential allergen and can be irritating
More about Citrus aurantium dulcis peel oilCitrus aurantium bergamia fruit oil~0.35–0.65%
- 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 oilCitrus limon peel oil~0.3–0.6%
Juniperus mexicana oil~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Citrus aurantifolia oil~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- High
Linalool~0.25–0.45%
Eucalyptus globulus leaf oil~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil that can be very irritating. Has some anti-bacterial properties
More about Eucalyptus globulus leaf oilAbies sibirica oil~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Zingiber officinale root oil~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil that is likely to be irritating and can cause photosensitivity
More about Zingiber officinale root oilMentha arvensis leaf oil~0.25–0.5%
Melaleuca alternifolia leaf oil~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil that can be irritating. Has some anti-bacterial properties
More about Melaleuca alternifolia leaf oilCymbopogon nardus oil~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
Myrocarpus fastigiatus oil~0.25–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Lavandula angustifolia flower extract~0.3–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
Essential oil that can be irritating
More about Lavandula angustifolia flower extractFerula galbaniflua resin oil~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Cistus ladaniferus oil~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Jasminum officinale flower extract~0.1–0.2%
Dipteryx odorata seed extract~0.1–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Fucus vesiculosus extract~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Citric acid~0.05–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidSodium hydroxide~0.05–0.15%
Ingredient list view
Water, Cocamidopropyl betaine, Sodium cocoyl isethionate, Betaine, Sodium chloride, Phenoxyethanol, Parfum, Coconut acid, Hydroxyacetophenone, Limonene, Polyglyceryl-3 cocoate, Polyglyceryl-4 caprate, Polyglyceryl-6 caprylate, Polyglyceryl-6 ricinoleate, Sodium isethionate, Citrus aurantium dulcis peel oil, Citrus aurantium bergamia fruit oil, Citrus limon peel oil, Juniperus mexicana oil, Citrus aurantifolia oil, Linalool, Eucalyptus globulus leaf oil, Abies sibirica oil, Zingiber officinale root oil, Mentha arvensis leaf oil, Melaleuca alternifolia leaf oil, Cymbopogon nardus oil, Myrocarpus fastigiatus oil, Lavandula angustifolia flower extract, Ferula galbaniflua resin oil, Cistus ladaniferus oil, Jasminum officinale flower extract, Dipteryx odorata seed extract, Fucus vesiculosus extract, Citric acid, Sodium hydroxide
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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.
| ESPAHandcare Bergamot & Jasmine Hand WashYOUR PRODUCT | AMELIORATEIntensive Hand Cleanser | NursemCaring Hand Wash | PalmoliveAloe Vera & Chamomile Liquid Hand Wash | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 32% | 30% | 29% |
| Price | — | $6.00 | $13.37 | $6.73 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 5 of 8 | 4 of 8 | 1 of 8 |
| Key difference | — | Urea | Anhydroxylitol | Benzophenone-4 |
| Irritancy | High | High | High | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Product summary
Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 7 studies and safety reviews.
- 1Final Report on the Safety Assessment of Sodium Cocoyl Isethionatejournals.sagepub.com
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- 4Air oxidation increases skin irritation from fragrance terpenesonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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