Works for
CleansingCoco-glucoside, Glyceryl oleate + 1 moreCleanses gently
“Natural Defence Foaming Hand Wash”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (coco-glucoside, glyceryl oleate, 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: coco-glucoside, glyceryl oleate
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy12 strong irritants: Alcohol denat., Hamamelis virginiana extract + 10 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Glycerin~4–6%
- 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 GlycerinAlcohol denat.~3.8–5.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
Produces temporary toning effect. Can help dissolve other ingredients or preserve products
More about Alcohol denat.Coco-glucoside~3.7–5.6%
- 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-glucosideHamamelis virginiana extract~2.1–3.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that can help calm down inflammation in skin. Can, however, itself be irritating
More about Hamamelis virginiana extractLevulinic acid~1.6–2.5%
Melaleuca viridiflora leaf oil~1.5–2.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
Aloe barbadensis leaf juice powder~1.3–1.9%
- 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 powderCymbopogon schoenanthus oil~1–1.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
Sodium levulinate~0.85–1.3%
Glyceryl oleate~0.55–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together. Can be irritating
More about Glyceryl oleatePotassium sorbate~0.3–0.6%
Alcohol~0.4–0.95%
- 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 AlcoholLavandula hybrida oil~0.4–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- High
Plant extract that can be irritating and is a known allergen
More about Lavandula hybrida oilAcacia senegal gum~0.35–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps mask the small of other ingredients and improve the product texture
More about Acacia senegal gumXanthan gum~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumThymus vulgaris flower/leaf oil~0.3–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- High
Citric acid~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidVetiveria zizanoides root oil~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Cinnamomum zeylanicum leaf oil~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
Tocopherol~0.15–0.6%
- 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 TocopherolHydrogenated palm glycerides citrate~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Hydrogenated palm glycerides citrateCitral~0.1–0.4%
Limonene~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneLinalool~0.1–0.35%
Geraniol~0.05–0.3%
Ingredient list view
Water, Glycerin, Alcohol denat., Coco-glucoside, Hamamelis virginiana extract, Levulinic acid, Melaleuca viridiflora leaf oil, Aloe barbadensis leaf juice powder, Cymbopogon schoenanthus oil, Sodium levulinate, Glyceryl oleate, Potassium sorbate, Alcohol, Lavandula hybrida oil, Acacia senegal gum, Xanthan gum, Thymus vulgaris flower/leaf oil, Citric acid, Vetiveria zizanoides root oil, Cinnamomum zeylanicum leaf oil, Tocopherol, Hydrogenated palm glycerides citrate, Citral, Limonene, Linalool, Geraniol
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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.
| NealNatural Defence Foaming Hand WashYOUR PRODUCT | BamfordGeranium Hand Body Wash | ATTITUDEFoaming Hand Soap | Babo BotanicalsSensitive Baby Fragrance Free Foam Hand Soap | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 40% | 39% | 39% |
| Price | — | — | $8.95 | $10.50 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 4 of 5 | 3 of 5 | 2 of 5 |
| Key difference | — | Vitamin E | Decyl Glucoside | Rosemary Extract |
| Irritancy | High | High | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | Contains drying alcohol | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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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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