Green People Organic Homme No. 5 Cool Style Shower Wash
Works for
CleansingSodium coco-sulfate, Cocamidopropyl betaine + 1 moreCleanses gently
“Utilising plant actives for a soothing and refreshing experience, including Pineapple, Peppermint and Marshmallow Root, the formula lathers into a rich foam on the skin, cleansing away dirt and impurities whilst gently sloughing away flaky patches from the body and scalp.”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (cocamidopropyl betaine, decyl glucoside, sodium coco-sulfate) and should be able to cleanse the skin gently. Still keep in mind that any cleansing can disrupt the skin barrier, and most people do not need to cleanse their skin more than once per day.
Even though this formulation is mild, the following cleansing agents could trigger an irritation or allergy for some people: cocamidopropyl betaine, decyl glucoside
ExfoliationSalicylic acid ~0.2–0.4%, below the ~0.5% it needsUnder-dosed
“Utilising plant actives for a soothing and refreshing experience, including Pineapple, Peppermint and Marshmallow Root, the formula lathers into a rich foam on the skin, cleansing away dirt and impurities whilst gently sloughing away flaky patches from the body and scalp.”
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?
Irritancy5 strong irritants: Mentha piperita oil, Lavandula angustifolia herb oil + 3 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Sodium coco-sulfate~11–13%
Cocamidopropyl betaine~5.8–7.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps water and oil mix together. Used as a cleansing ingredient. Could be an allergen
More about Cocamidopropyl betaineDecyl glucoside~3.6–4.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together. Can be irritating
More about Decyl glucosideAloe barbadensis leaf juice powder~2.3–2.8%
- 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 juice powderAlthaea officinalis root extract~1.8–2.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might help to reduce inflammation
More about Althaea officinalis root extractChamomilla recutita flower extract~1.5–1.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
Plant extract that can have healing and anti-inflammatory properties. It is a potential allergen and can be irritating
More about Chamomilla recutita flower extractMentha piperita oil~1.1–1.4%
Lavandula angustifolia herb oil~1–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
A fragrance. Is a common allergen and irritant
More about Lavandula angustifolia herb oilEucalyptus globulus leaf oil~0.8–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil that can be very irritating. Has some anti-bacterial properties
More about Eucalyptus globulus leaf oilYucca schidigera stem extract~0.65–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ananas sativus fruit extract~0.55–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A fruit extract that might help to attract water to the upper layer of the skin, but there is no evidence for any other benefits to the skin
More about Ananas sativus fruit extractTriticum vulgare gluten~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Benzyl alcohol~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
A preservative. Can be used to mask unpleasant smell. Can be irritating
More about Benzyl alcoholSalicylic acid~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used for skin exfoliation. It has an anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial effect, helps to unclog pores, prevent blemishes and speed up healing of the existing ones. Sometimes referred to as a BHA (beta-hydroxy acid)
More about Salicylic acidSorbic acid~0.15–0.3%
Glycerin~0.15–0.3%
- 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 GlycerinCitric acid~0.1–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidLinalool~0.05–0.1%
Limonene~0.05–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneIngredient list view
Water, Sodium coco-sulfate, Cocamidopropyl betaine, Decyl glucoside, Aloe barbadensis leaf juice powder, Althaea officinalis root extract, Chamomilla recutita flower extract, Mentha piperita oil, Lavandula angustifolia herb oil, Eucalyptus globulus leaf oil, Yucca schidigera stem extract, Ananas sativus fruit extract, Triticum vulgare gluten, Benzyl alcohol, Salicylic acid, Sorbic acid, Glycerin, Citric acid, Linalool, Limonene
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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.
| Green PeopleOrganic Homme No. 5 Cool Style Shower WashYOUR PRODUCT | PrequelTRAVEL GLEANSER + SA | NeutrogenaBody Clear Scrub With Salicylic Acid | Kiehl'sBath and Shower Liquid Body Cleanser Grapefruit | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 89% | 87% | 86% |
| Price | — | $6.00 | $9.99 | $33.73 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 6 | 3 of 6 | 4 of 6 |
| Key difference | — | Carthamus Tinctorius Seed Oil | Sodium C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate | Sodium Pca |
| Irritancy | High | Low | Medium | High |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 6 studies and safety reviews.
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- 2Salicylic acid as a peeling agent: a comprehensive reviewncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 3Beta Hydroxy Acidsfda.gov
- 4A review of toxicity from topical salicylic acid preparationssciencedirect.com
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