Works for
CleansingSodium laureth sulfate, Ammonium lauryl sulfate + 5 moreCan be harsh
“Natural Mild Body Wash”
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 ammonium lauryl sulfate, cocamidopropyl betaine, coco-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?
Irritancy5 strong irritants: Parfum, Coumarin + 3 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
Comedogenic3 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale3 flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Sodium laureth sulfate~11–13%
- Irritation risk
- High
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
Works as a foaming cleansing agent
More about Sodium laureth sulfateGlycerin~4.1–5.1%
- 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 GlycerinAmmonium lauryl sulfate~4.2–5.1%
Cocamidopropyl betaine~3.2–3.9%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps water and oil mix together. Used as a cleansing ingredient. Could be an allergen
More about Cocamidopropyl betaineSodium chloride~2–2.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize mixtures of oil and water, and create thicker, gel-like product textures
More about Sodium chlorideParfum~1.6–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumSodium benzoate~0.25–0.5%
Phenoxyethanol~0.5–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolCitric acid~0.95–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidStyrene/acrylates copolymer~0.75–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create an even product consistency. Can help boost efficiency of sunscreen filters
More about Styrene/acrylates copolymerLauric acid~0.7–1.05%
- 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 acidCetyl alcohol~0.65–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A non-drying alcohol that works to soften the skin and stabilize product formulations helping oil and water mix together
More about Cetyl alcoholCocamide mea~0.55–0.8%
Disodium edta~0.5–0.7%
Trihydroxystearin~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and improve the product texture
More about TrihydroxystearinCoumarin~0.45–0.65%
Alpha-isomethyl ionone~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- High
A fragrance. Potential allergen and can be irritating
More about Alpha-isomethyl iononeCoco-glucoside~0.5–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used as a cleansing agent (surfactant) in cleansers. Helps water and oil mix together in lotions. Can be irritating
More about Coco-glucosideCitronellol~0.3–0.55%
Hydroxycitronellal~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
A fragrance. A likely allergen and can be irritating
More about HydroxycitronellalBenzoic acid~0.25–0.5%
Glycine soja oil~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
A good emollient that helps soften the skin and helps repair its barrier function. It can clog pores if used in high concentrations.
More about Glycine soja oilButylene glycol~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a nice product texture and help delivery of other ingredients. Might be somewhat helpful in attracting water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Butylene glycolMusa sapientum fruit extract~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Pyrus malus fruit extract~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can have some moisturizing properties due to its sugar content
More about Pyrus malus fruit extractOryza sativa extract~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A grain extract that helps to create a thicker product consistency. It might have some anti-oxidant properties and help attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Oryza sativa extractAlthaea officinalis root extract~0.15–0.25%
- 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 extractHordeum vulgare seed extract~0.1–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A grain extract. It might contain compounds that help neutralize free radicals in skin
More about Hordeum vulgare seed extractMaltodextrin~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize the product formulation and can help absorb oil
More about MaltodextrinOryza sativa bran extract~0.1–0.15%
Aloe barbadensis leaf extract~0.15–0.25%
- 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 extractEthylhexylglycerin~0.05–0.1%
Ingredient list view
Water, Sodium laureth sulfate, Glycerin, Ammonium lauryl sulfate, Cocamidopropyl betaine, Sodium chloride, Parfum, Sodium benzoate, Phenoxyethanol, Citric acid, Styrene/acrylates copolymer, Lauric acid, Cetyl alcohol, Cocamide mea, Disodium edta, Trihydroxystearin, Coumarin, Alpha-isomethyl ionone, Coco-glucoside, Citronellol, Hydroxycitronellal, Benzoic acid, Glycine soja oil, Butylene glycol, Musa sapientum fruit extract, Pyrus malus fruit extract, Oryza sativa extract, Althaea officinalis root extract, Hordeum vulgare seed extract, Maltodextrin, Oryza sativa bran extract, Aloe barbadensis leaf extract, Ethylhexylglycerin
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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.
| Happy BathNatural Mild Body WashYOUR PRODUCT | innisfreeMoisturizing body cleanser | PalmoliveNaturals Body Wash Milk & Cherry Blossom Shower Gel | The Body ShopStrawberry Shower Gel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 41% | 36% | 35% |
| Price | — | — | $5.22 | $6.00 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 7 of 10 | 5 of 10 | 3 of 10 |
| Key difference | — | Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract | Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Seed Extract | Avobenzone |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 7 studies and safety reviews.
- 1Surfactants and experimental irritant contact dermatitisncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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- 5Allergen of the Year—Alkyl Glucosidepracticeupdate.com
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