Molton Brown Coastal Cypress & Sea Fennel Bath & Shower Gel
Works for
CleansingSodium laureth sulfate, Cocamidopropyl betaine + 6 moreCan be harsh
“Coastal Cypress & Sea Fennel Bath & Shower Gel”
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, 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, Limonene + 3 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
Comedogenic2 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale2 flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Sodium laureth sulfate~10–12%
- Irritation risk
- High
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
Works as a foaming cleansing agent
More about Sodium laureth sulfateCocamidopropyl betaine~6.1–7.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps water and oil mix together. Used as a cleansing ingredient. Could be an allergen
More about Cocamidopropyl betaineParfum~3–3.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumLaureth-7 citrate~2.4–3%
Glycerin~2–2.4%
- 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 chloride~1.7–2.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize mixtures of oil and water, and create thicker, gel-like product textures
More about Sodium chlorideCoco-glucoside~1.5–1.9%
- 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-glucosideCallitris columellaris leaf/wood extract~1.1–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Crithmum maritimum extract~0.8–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
An algae extract that might have anti-oxidant properties
More about Crithmum maritimum extractPolyquaternium-7~0.75–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product finish
More about Polyquaternium-7Lonicera caprifolium flower extract~0.55–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals in skin. Can contain volalite oils and be irritating
More about Lonicera caprifolium flower extractLonicera japonica flower extract~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals in skin. Can contain volalite oils and be irritating
More about Lonicera japonica flower extractPropylene glycol~0.45–0.7%
- 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 glycolButylene glycol~0.45–0.7%
- 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 glycolCaprylic/capric triglyceride~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A good mix of fatty acids that forms a protective layer on the skin. Improves the shelf life of products. Derived from coconut and glycerin
More about Caprylic/capric triglycerideLauryl alcohol~0.5–0.75%
Myristyl alcohol~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps to stabilize the product formulation while softening the upper layer of the skin. Can be irritating
More about Myristyl alcoholHydrogenated palm glycerides citrate~0.4–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Hydrogenated palm glycerides citratePpg-26-buteth-26~0.3–0.6%
Ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- High
Octinoxate. When used in higher concentrations, works as a sunscreen protecting the skin from UVB rays. When used in lower concentration, helps to preserve the product formulation. Is shown to be harmful to coral reefs - consider avoiding bathing in coral reef areas when wearing a product with this ingredient. It can be irritating
More about Ethylhexyl methoxycinnamateButyl methoxydibenzoylmethane~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Avobenzone. An organic, or so-called "chemical" UV filter. Protects against both UVA and UVB rays. Needs to be combined with other filters in a formulation to be stable.
More about Butyl methoxydibenzoylmethaneEthylhexyl salicylate~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Octisalate. A UV filter. It offers some protection against the sun rays that cause sunburn (UVB), but does not protect against the most aging sun rays (UVA). It loses its effectiveness quickly when exposed to sunlight. It is an organic, or so called "chemical" sunscreen
More about Ethylhexyl salicylatePeg-40 hydrogenated castor oil~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Peg-40 hydrogenated castor oilLimonene~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneAlpha-isomethyl ionone~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
A fragrance. Potential allergen and can be irritating
More about Alpha-isomethyl iononeLinalool~0.25–0.45%
Tetrasodium glutamate diacetate~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps stabilize the product formulation
More about Tetrasodium glutamate diacetateTocopherol~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Pure form of vitamin E. Can help moisturise and protect the skin from free radicals. Often used to help stabilise other ingredients or the formula itself
More about TocopherolSodium phytate~0.25–0.5%
Alcohol denat.~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
Produces temporary toning effect. Can help dissolve other ingredients or preserve products
More about Alcohol denat.Benzyl alcohol~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
A preservative. Can be used to mask unpleasant smell. Can be irritating
More about Benzyl alcoholPhenoxyethanol~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolSodium benzoate~0.25–0.45%
Sorbic acid~0.2–0.4%
Citric acid~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidSodium hydroxide~0.2–0.35%
Peg-150 pentaerythrityl tetrastearate~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Peg-150 pentaerythrityl tetrastearatePpg-2 hydroxyethyl cocamide~0.15–0.3%
Ci 42090~0.15–0.25%
Ci 17200~0.15–0.25%
Ci 19140~0.1–0.15%
Ingredient list view
Water, Sodium laureth sulfate, Cocamidopropyl betaine, Parfum, Laureth-7 citrate, Glycerin, Sodium chloride, Coco-glucoside, Callitris columellaris leaf/wood extract, Crithmum maritimum extract, Polyquaternium-7, Lonicera caprifolium flower extract, Lonicera japonica flower extract, Propylene glycol, Butylene glycol, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Lauryl alcohol, Myristyl alcohol, Hydrogenated palm glycerides citrate, Ppg-26-buteth-26, Ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate, Butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane, Ethylhexyl salicylate, Peg-40 hydrogenated castor oil, Limonene, Alpha-isomethyl ionone, Linalool, Tetrasodium glutamate diacetate, Tocopherol, Sodium phytate, Alcohol denat., Benzyl alcohol, Phenoxyethanol, Sodium benzoate, Sorbic acid, Citric acid, Sodium hydroxide, Peg-150 pentaerythrityl tetrastearate, Ppg-2 hydroxyethyl cocamide, Ci 42090, Ci 17200, Ci 19140
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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.
| Molton BrownCoastal Cypress & Sea Fennel Bath & Shower GelYOUR PRODUCT | NiveaDeep Shower Gel | BaleaVanilla Coconut Shower Cream | PalmoliveNaturals Body Wash Milk & Cherry Blossom Shower Gel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 40% | 39% | 37% |
| Price | — | $3.71 | $1.99 | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 4 of 13 | 5 of 13 | 4 of 13 |
| Key difference | — | Kaolin | Panthenol | Benzophenone-4 |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | Contains drying alcohol | — | — | — |
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More alternatives: Le Petit Marseillais Extra Gentle Bath and Shower Gel White Peach and Nectarine OrganicBABE LABORATORIOS Intimate Hygiene Gel
Product summary
"Molton Brown - Coastal Cypress & Sea Fennel Bath & Shower Gel" could be helpful for: Moisturizing, but its actives are not the most effective or are not well-studied.
Ingredient callouts
- Humectants (glycerin 2.00% - 2.40%). These ingredients help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve the skin hydration.
About the brand
According to Cruelty-Free Kitty "Molton Brown" is cruelty free, but its parent company is not.
Price
The product retails from 22.00$ up to 35.00$ in the United States and from 22.00£ up to 32.00£ 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 16 studies and safety reviews.
- 1Surfactants and experimental irritant contact dermatitisncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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- 4Allergen of the Year—Alkyl Glucosidepracticeupdate.com
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