Works for
CleansingSodium coco-sulfate, Coco-glucoside + 4 moreCleanses gently
“Any impurities and dirt will be gently cleansed away without leaving your hands feeling dry or uncomfortable, thanks to its silky feel that will work to strengthen your skin's moisture barrier.”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (coco-glucoside, coconut alcohol, hexylene glycol, hydroxypropyl methylcellulose, peg-40 hydrogenated castor oil, 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: coco-glucoside
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%
Sodium coco-sulfate~10–12%
Coco-glucoside~6.1–7.5%
- 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-glucosideGlycerin~3–3.7%
- 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 GlycerinParfum~1.8–2.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumCitric acid~1.8–2.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidSodium chloride~1.6–2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize mixtures of oil and water, and create thicker, gel-like product textures
More about Sodium chlorideAloe barbadensis leaf juice~1.3–1.6%
- 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 juiceHexylene glycol~1–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps create a more spreadable product texture
More about Hexylene glycolPpg-26-buteth-26~0.8–1.2%
Sodium benzoate~0.25–0.5%
Peg-40 hydrogenated castor oil~0.55–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Peg-40 hydrogenated castor oilCoconut alcohol~0.5–0.8%
Hydroxypropyl methylcellulose~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to create a thicker product consistency and stabilize the formulation
More about Hydroxypropyl methylcelluloseSodium sulfate~0.4–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to improve the product consistency and stabilize formulations
More about Sodium sulfateLimonene~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimonenePotassium sorbate~0.3–0.6%
Benzyl alcohol~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
A preservative. Can be used to mask unpleasant smell. Can be irritating
More about Benzyl alcoholPropylene glycol~0.25–0.45%
- 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 glycolLinalool~0.25–0.4%
Benzyl salicylate~0.2–0.35%
Alpha-isomethyl ionone~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
A fragrance. Potential allergen and can be irritating
More about Alpha-isomethyl iononeGeraniol~0.15–0.25%
Citronellol~0.1–0.2%
Hexyl cinnamal~0.1–0.15%
Benzyl cinnamate~0.05–0.15%
Citrus grandis fruit extract~0.05–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
Tocopheryl acetate~0.05–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A more stable but less bio-available form of vitamin E compared to Tocopherol. Might help moisturize and protect the skin from free radicals, but mostly used in low concentrations to stabilize other ingredients.
More about Tocopheryl acetateChamomilla recutita flower extract~0.01–0.05%
- 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 extractSodium citrate~0.01–0.05%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps to control the skin's pH level. Maintains the skin's natural film of amino-lactic acids and oils. Helps to preserve products
More about Sodium citrateIngredient list view
Water, Sodium coco-sulfate, Coco-glucoside, Glycerin, Parfum, Citric acid, Sodium chloride, Aloe barbadensis leaf juice, Hexylene glycol, Ppg-26-buteth-26, Sodium benzoate, Peg-40 hydrogenated castor oil, Coconut alcohol, Hydroxypropyl methylcellulose, Sodium sulfate, Limonene, Potassium sorbate, Benzyl alcohol, Propylene glycol, Linalool, Benzyl salicylate, Alpha-isomethyl ionone, Geraniol, Citronellol, Hexyl cinnamal, Benzyl cinnamate, Citrus grandis fruit extract, Tocopheryl acetate, Chamomilla recutita flower extract, Sodium citrate
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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.
| Kiehl'sLiquid Hand Soap GrapefruitYOUR PRODUCT | The Scottish Fine Soaps CompanyClassic Original Recipes Goat's Milk & Avocado Hand Wash | EOEveryone Spearmint + Lemongrass Hand Soap | AlphanovaKids Wash Your Hands Ultra-Rich Cleansing Gel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 35% | 33% | 33% |
| Price | $20.00 | — | $6.90−$13.10 | $6.80−$13.20 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 2 of 7 | 3 of 7 | 3 of 7 |
| Key difference | — | Peg-175 Distearate | Panthenol | Bisabolol |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | High | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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Product summary
"Kiehl's - Liquid Hand Soap Grapefruit" could be helpful for: Moisturizing, but its actives are not the most effective or are not well-studied.
Ingredient callouts
- Humectants (glycerin 3.00% - 3.70%). These ingredients help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve the skin hydration.
Price
The product retails for 29.99$ in the United States and from 16.15£ up to 19.00£ in the United Kingdom.
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 10 studies and safety reviews.
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- 2Allergen of the Year—Alkyl Glucosidepracticeupdate.com
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