MOR Emporium Classics Snow Gardenia Hand & Body Wash
Works for
CleansingSodium lauroyl methyl isethionate, Cocamidopropyl betaine + 2 moreCleanses gently
“Emporium Classics Snow Gardenia Hand & Body Wash”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (cocamidopropyl betaine, polysorbate 20, sodium lauroyl methyl isethionate, xanthan gum) 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
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy7 strong irritants: Gardenia florida flower extract, Parfum + 5 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Sodium lauroyl methyl isethionate~10–12%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Works as a cleansing agent
More about Sodium lauroyl methyl isethionateCocamidopropyl betaine~5.8–7.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps water and oil mix together. Used as a cleansing ingredient. Could be an allergen
More about Cocamidopropyl betaineGlycerin~3–3.6%
- 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 GlycerinAloe barbadensis leaf juice powder~2.3–2.8%
- 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 powderPersea gratissima oil~1.9–2.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient that helps soften the skin and could be helpful in repairing its barrier function
More about Persea gratissima oilChamomilla recutita flower extract~1.6–1.9%
- 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 extractGardenia florida flower extract~1.3–1.6%
Propylene glycol~1.1–1.3%
- 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 glycolPolysorbate 20~0.75–1.15%
Parfum~0.55–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumTocopheryl acetate~0.45–0.7%
- 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 acetateDisodium edta~0.3–0.55%
Xanthan gum~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumCitric acid~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidAlcohol~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
Can be drying and contribute to skin irritation. Used in formulars to dissolve other ingredients, create a thinner product consistency or for its antibacterial properties
More about AlcoholIsobutyl acetate~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Potassium sorbate~0.25–0.45%
Sodium benzoate~0.25–0.45%
Phenoxyethanol~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolMethylparaben~0.15–0.3%
Ethylparaben~0.15–0.3%
Propylparaben~0.1–0.2%
Butylparaben~0.1–0.2%
Isobutylparaben~0.15–0.25%
Methylisothiazolinone~0.00075–0.0015%
Methylchloroisothiazolinone~0.00075–0.0015%
- Irritation risk
- High
A preservative. Is a frequent allergen in cosmetics
More about MethylchloroisothiazolinoneLinalool~0.05–0.1%
Hexyl cinnamal~0.05%
Ingredient list view
Water, Sodium lauroyl methyl isethionate, Cocamidopropyl betaine, Glycerin, Aloe barbadensis leaf juice powder, Persea gratissima oil, Chamomilla recutita flower extract, Gardenia florida flower extract, Propylene glycol, Polysorbate 20, Parfum, Tocopheryl acetate, Disodium edta, Xanthan gum, Citric acid, Alcohol, Isobutyl acetate, Potassium sorbate, Sodium benzoate, Phenoxyethanol, Methylparaben, Ethylparaben, Propylparaben, Butylparaben, Isobutylparaben, Methylisothiazolinone, Methylchloroisothiazolinone, Linalool, Hexyl cinnamal
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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.
| MOREmporium Classics Snow Gardenia Hand & Body WashYOUR PRODUCT | SunescapeHydrating Shower Gel | NaturiumThe Calmer Ceramide Body Wash | ELEMISBody Performance Sea Lavender & Samphire Bath & Shower Milk | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 37% | 37% | 34% |
| Price | — | $10.32 | $14.43 | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 4 of 6 | 4 of 6 | 4 of 6 |
| Key difference | — | Cocos Nucifera Oil | Ceramide Eop | Chondrus Crispus Extract |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | 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 6 studies and safety reviews.
- 1
- 2Surfactants and experimental irritant contact dermatitisncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 3Propylene Glycolpubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 4Skin-sensitizing and irritant properties of propylene glycolonlinelibrary.wiley.com
- 5
- 6Methylisothiazolinone contact allergy: a reviewpubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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