Works for
CleansingSodium laureth sulfate, Peg-200 hydrogenated glyceryl palmate + 5 moreCan be harsh
“Baby Gentle Hair & 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 coco-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?
Irritancy1 strong irritant: ParfumMedium 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~40–60%
Glycerin~3.8–5.7%
- 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 GlycerinSodium laureth sulfate~4.7–7.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
Works as a foaming cleansing agent
More about Sodium laureth sulfatePeg-200 hydrogenated glyceryl palmate~2.9–4.3%
Coco-betaine~2.6–3.9%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together and works as a cleansing agent. Can be allergenic
More about Coco-betaineSodium chloride~1.5–2.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize mixtures of oil and water, and create thicker, gel-like product textures
More about Sodium chloridePpg-5-ceteth-20~1.2–1.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A solvent with some emollient properties
More about Ppg-5-ceteth-20Polysorbate 20~1.1–1.6%
Peg-7 glyceryl cocoate~0.55–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oils and water mix together and works as a cleansing agent
More about Peg-7 glyceryl cocoatePeg-60 hydrogenated castor oil~0.45–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Peg-60 hydrogenated castor oilSodium benzoate~0.25–0.5%
Polyquaternium-7~0.2–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product finish
More about Polyquaternium-7Parfum~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumPrunus amygdalus dulcis oil~0.1–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that softens the skin
More about Prunus amygdalus dulcis oilSodium hydroxide~0.05–0.2%
Citric acid~0.01–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidIngredient list view
Water, Glycerin, Sodium laureth sulfate, Peg-200 hydrogenated glyceryl palmate, Coco-betaine, Sodium chloride, Ppg-5-ceteth-20, Polysorbate 20, Peg-7 glyceryl cocoate, Peg-60 hydrogenated castor oil, Sodium benzoate, Polyquaternium-7, Parfum, Prunus amygdalus dulcis oil, Sodium hydroxide, Citric acid
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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.
| Kiehl'sBaby Gentle Hair & Body WashYOUR PRODUCT | La Roche-PosayCicaplast B5 Cleansing Wash | GarnierMicellar Gel Face Wash Sensitive Skin | BiodermaAtoderm Ultra-Soothing Body Wash Very Dry Skin | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 48% | 38% | 38% |
| Price | — | $5.29 | $3.53 | $12.43 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 8 of 8 | 7 of 8 | 4 of 8 |
| Key difference | — | Panthenol | Peg-55 Propylene Glycol Oleate | Niacinamide |
| Irritancy | Medium | Low | Low | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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More alternatives: Topicrem Ultra-Moisturizing Shower GelNivea Body Wash Sensitive
Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 3 studies and safety reviews.
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- 2Surfactants and experimental irritant contact dermatitisncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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