Works for
CleansingSodium laureth sulfate, Lauryl betaine + 3 moreCan be harsh
“LYCON Tea-Tree Total Wash is the ultimate all-over cleansing and purifying hand and 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 cocamidopropyl 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?
Irritancy11 strong irritants: Melaleuca alternifolia leaf oil, Lavandula angustifolia oil + 9 more — patch-test recommendedHigh 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~45–55%
Sodium laureth sulfate~11–13%
- Irritation risk
- High
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
Works as a foaming cleansing agent
More about Sodium laureth sulfateGlycerin~4.2–5.2%
- 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 GlycerinMelaleuca alternifolia leaf oil~3–3.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil that can be irritating. Has some anti-bacterial properties
More about Melaleuca alternifolia leaf oilLauryl betaine~2.5–3%
Aloe barbadensis leaf juice~1.9–2.4%
- 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 juiceCocamidopropyl betaine~2.2–2.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps water and oil mix together. Used as a cleansing ingredient. Could be an allergen
More about Cocamidopropyl betaineGlyceryl laurate~1.5–1.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together and has an anti-microbial effect helping to preserve product formulations
More about Glyceryl laurateLavandula angustifolia oil~1.1–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil. Potential allergen and can be irritating. It has some anti-bacterial properties
More about Lavandula angustifolia oilPpg-26-buteth-26~0.95–1.15%
Peg-40 hydrogenated castor oil~0.7–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Peg-40 hydrogenated castor oilCymbopogon schoenanthus oil~0.55–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- High
Leptospermum petersonii oil~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil. Can be irritating
More about Leptospermum petersonii oilCitral~0.45–0.7%
Linalool~0.45–0.65%
Limonene~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 LimoneneCalendula officinalis flower extract~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that has some anti-oxidant and anti-bacterial properties. Can be irritating
More about Calendula officinalis flower extractBenzophenone-4~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- High
Sulisobenzone. A UV filter. Is typically used to improve the product stability under exposure to UV light. It is effective against both UVA and UVB rays. It can be used is larger concentrations as a sun protection ingredient for the skin, but can be irritating
More about Benzophenone-4Disodium edta~0.2–0.35%
Tbhq~0.15–0.25%
Caramel~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ci 19140~0.15–0.25%
Ci 42090~0.1–0.2%
Methylchloroisothiazolinone~0.00075–0.0015%
- Irritation risk
- High
A preservative. Is a frequent allergen in cosmetics
More about MethylchloroisothiazolinoneMethylisothiazolinone~0.00075–0.0015%
Ingredient list view
Water, Sodium laureth sulfate, Glycerin, Melaleuca alternifolia leaf oil, Lauryl betaine, Aloe barbadensis leaf juice, Cocamidopropyl betaine, Glyceryl laurate, Lavandula angustifolia oil, Ppg-26-buteth-26, Peg-40 hydrogenated castor oil, Cymbopogon schoenanthus oil, Leptospermum petersonii oil, Citral, Linalool, Limonene, Calendula officinalis flower extract, Benzophenone-4, Disodium edta, Tbhq, Caramel, Ci 19140, Ci 42090, Methylchloroisothiazolinone, Methylisothiazolinone
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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.
| LyconTea-Tree Total WashYOUR PRODUCT | NiveaDeep Shower Gel | DucrayKeracnyl Foaming gel | Le Petit MarseillaisExtra Gentle Bath and Shower Gel White Peach and Nectarine Organic | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 34% | 34% | 34% |
| Price | — | $3.71 | $9.94 | $5.62 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 4 of 7 | 4 of 7 | 3 of 7 |
| Key difference | — | Kaolin | Zinc Coceth Sulfate | — |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | High |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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More alternatives: Neutrogena Refreshing Shower & Bath Gel, Original OriginalFa Mystic Moments Shower Cream
Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 13 studies and safety reviews.
- 1Surfactants and experimental irritant contact dermatitisncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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