Kiehl's Bath and Shower Liquid Body Cleanser Grapefruit
Works for
CleansingDisodium laureth sulfosuccinate, Cocamidopropyl betaine + 7 moreCleanses gently
“Bath and Shower Liquid Body Cleanser Grapefruit”
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, disodium laureth sulfosuccinate, peg-150 pentaerythrityl tetrastearate, peg-6 caprylic/capric glycerides, ppg-5-ceteth-20, sodium cocoamphoacetate, sodium lauryl sulfoacetate, sucrose cocoate) 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
ExfoliationSide benefit · Salicylic acidWorks well
This product can help exfoliate the skin. In other words, it helps break down the bonds between dead cells on the surface of the skin and speed up the skin turnover. Skin often appears softer and brighter after exfoliation, but overdoing it can result in disrupted skin barrier. The following ingredient is doing the exfoliating job in this product: salicylic acid.
Anti-blemishSide benefit · Salicylic acidWorks well
This product can help reduce breakouts and clogged pores because it contains the following ingredient: salicylic acid. This ingredient is used for treating acne and can have a noticeable effect.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy10 strong irritants: Parfum, Limonene + 8 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Disodium laureth sulfosuccinate~9.5–11.6%
Glycerin~4.3–5.2%
- 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 GlycerinCocamidopropyl betaine~4.5–5.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps water and oil mix together. Used as a cleansing ingredient. Could be an allergen
More about Cocamidopropyl betaineSodium cocoamphoacetate~2.6–3.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together and works as a cleansing agent. Creates foam
More about Sodium cocoamphoacetatePpg-5-ceteth-20~2–2.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A solvent with some emollient properties
More about Ppg-5-ceteth-20Sodium lauryl sulfoacetate~2–2.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Sodium lauryl sulfoacetateDecyl glucoside~1.5–1.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together. Can be irritating
More about Decyl glucosideSodium chloride~1.3–1.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize mixtures of oil and water, and create thicker, gel-like product textures
More about Sodium chlorideSucrose cocoate~0.95–1.15%
Peg-150 pentaerythrityl tetrastearate~0.7–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Peg-150 pentaerythrityl tetrastearateParfum~0.55–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumSodium hydroxide~0.5–0.75%
Caprylyl glycol~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolCitric acid~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidPeg-6 caprylic/capric glycerides~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps dissolve other ingredients
More about Peg-6 caprylic/capric glyceridesPropylene glycol~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together and can enhance the penetration of other ingredients into the skin. It can be irritating
More about Propylene glycolSalicylic acid~0.3–0.6%
- 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 acidLimonene~0.3–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneBenzoic acid~0.25–0.5%
Benzyl alcohol~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
A preservative. Can be used to mask unpleasant smell. Can be irritating
More about Benzyl alcoholTrisodium ethylenediamine disuccinate~0.3–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to improve stability of the formulation
More about Trisodium ethylenediamine disuccinateLinalool~0.25–0.4%
Benzyl salicylate~0.25–0.45%
Alpha-isomethyl ionone~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
A fragrance. Potential allergen and can be irritating
More about Alpha-isomethyl iononeGeraniol~0.2–0.4%
Aloe barbadensis leaf juice powder~0.25–0.45%
- 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 powderCitronellol~0.2–0.35%
Hexyl cinnamal~0.15–0.3%
Benzyl cinnamate~0.15–0.25%
Sodium pca~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Naturally present in skin and helps to attract water to its upper layer
More about Sodium pcaCitrus grandis fruit extract~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
Citrus grandis fruit extract~0.1–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- High
Hydrolyzed soy protein~0.1–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Might have some anti-aging, anti-oxidant, and skin lightening properties, but solid evidence is missing
More about Hydrolyzed soy proteinSorbitol~0.05–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture
More about SorbitolIngredient list view
Water, Disodium laureth sulfosuccinate, Glycerin, Cocamidopropyl betaine, Sodium cocoamphoacetate, Ppg-5-ceteth-20, Sodium lauryl sulfoacetate, Decyl glucoside, Sodium chloride, Sucrose cocoate, Peg-150 pentaerythrityl tetrastearate, Parfum, Sodium hydroxide, Caprylyl glycol, Citric acid, Peg-6 caprylic/capric glycerides, Propylene glycol, Salicylic acid, Limonene, Benzoic acid, Benzyl alcohol, Trisodium ethylenediamine disuccinate, Linalool, Benzyl salicylate, Alpha-isomethyl ionone, Geraniol, Aloe barbadensis leaf juice powder, Citronellol, Hexyl cinnamal, Benzyl cinnamate, Sodium pca, Citrus grandis fruit extract, Citrus grandis fruit extract, Hydrolyzed soy protein, Sorbitol
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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'sBath and Shower Liquid Body Cleanser GrapefruitYOUR PRODUCT | Baxter of CaliforniaInvigorating Body Wash - Italian Lime and Pomegranate | Paula's choiceBody Wash | LOréal Paris Men ExpertCool Power Shower Gel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 100% | 83% | 81% |
| Price | $56.00 | $16.31−$39.69 | $19.00−$37.00 | $5.19−$50.81 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 10 of 12 | 1 of 12 | 3 of 12 |
| Key difference | — | Ascorbyl Glucoside | Panthenol | Coco-Betaine |
| Irritancy | High | High | Low | High |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | Contains drying alcohol |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 13 studies and safety reviews.
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- 3Surfactants and experimental irritant contact dermatitisncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 4Propylene Glycolpubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 5Skin-sensitizing and irritant properties of propylene glycolonlinelibrary.wiley.com
- 6Salicylic acid as a peeling agent: a comprehensive reviewncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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